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CASSIE TAYLOR Obituary

Cassie Yvonne Smith Taylor, 64, of Memphis, went home to be with the LORD Monday, February 3, 2014. She leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 44 years, Reverend Willie J. Taylor; two daughters, DeAndrea L. Shaw and Jameka T. Diggs, one son, Michael D. Taylor I, 4 grandchildren, Jadelynn and JaLeyah Shaw and Michael II and Mason Taylor; three sisters, two brothers and a host of other family and friends. Visitation will be Friday, February 7, 2014 from 5-7 p.m. at G.P. Gillespie & Sons Funeral Home in Olive Branch, Mississippi. Homegoing Celebration services will be Saturday, February 8, 2014 at 1 p.m. at New Mt. Gilliam Baptist Church, 774 Stonewall Road, Byhalia, Mississppi.

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Feb. 6, 2014.

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Your Middle Girl - Jameka

January 31, 2023

Mama,
I cannot believe it'll be 9 years Friday that you decided to go with JESUS forever. I still miss you. I still love you. I still miss our talks, your laugh and smile. It is still heartbreaking that you are no longer here. However, being your daughter, I don't mourn as those who have no hope. I know where you are. I strive daily to be half the woman you were. And Girlfriend, if I can do that... I'm doing alright!
I love you immensely and eternally.
I will see you again...

Joyce Wilson Hudson, Former Member of True Missionary Baptist Church

March 1, 2014

To The Taylor Family,
I did not know that your wife, and mother had passed away until today when I saw Rev. Taylor. I am so sorry to hear that about such a sweet person. I will be praying for your strength during these days and months ahead.

Paula Thompson

February 7, 2014

My beautiful Aunt Cassie Yvonne,
This week has been full of memories going back to my childhood. I remember spending the week in Mason and going home on weekends. I followed Cassie everywhere. This was before she was even in highschool.
1Cor 13:13 "And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love" ALWAYS LOVE!!! Paula Yvonne
Lifting my Smith/Taylor family up in prayer & love. Her light will forever shine.

Cara Julian-Carver

February 6, 2014

Jameka....
On behalf of Whitehaven High School Class of 94 we offer our sincerest condolences and pray God's comforting spirit upon you all. It's so hard to lose a parent, but God knows how much we can bear.
We will continue to keep you all in our prayers and praise God for the life of your mother and the legacy she has left behind.
To God be the Glory!!

February 6, 2014

My Prayers go out to you Deandrea and your family , I did not know your mother a personal basis but I knew of her thru you. If you need anything or if I can assist you and your family please let me know..

Shontay Hilliard/WHS PTSA

A. B. Hill Elementary Staff

February 6, 2014

Cassie touched the lives of many children at A. B. Hill Elementary. She is missed by many coworkers throughout the years.

Rev. Janice Frazier-Scott

February 6, 2014

Jameka and family:

While I did not get an opportunity to know your mom, I can see that she must have been a beautiful person because you are! My prayers are with you and your family during this time of bereavement.

sharon Lewis

February 6, 2014

My heart is with all of you.... A beautiful angel has been received into heaven. ... Please know that if you all need anything. ...please dont hesitate to call. .. God bless you all.

Jameka Diggs

February 6, 2014

My sweet Angel! GOD really loves me because HE saw fit to give me you as My Mommy!!! How I love & miss you so much already!!! Girl... You fought the good fight Mama!! You kept the faith! You've finished your course here! You've earned your crown! I'm so proud of you!
I will love you for Infinity!
.... Until I see your beautiful face again, Rest in Paradise!!! Your family is GOOD because YOU ARE!!
"IT REALLY IS WELL!!"
Your Baby Girl,
Meiki

Lashea Echols

February 6, 2014

The Echols Family would like to express our most sincere condolences to the family of our First Lady, Mrs. Cassie Taylor. The rose may fade, the lilly die, but flowers immortal bloom on high!

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