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BARBARA L. TAYLOR

1961 - 2018

BARBARA L. TAYLOR obituary, 1961-2018, HAMPSHIRE, IL

BORN

1961

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Fredrick Funeral Home

284 Park Street

Hampshire, Illinois

BARBARA TAYLOR Obituary

HAMPSHIRE - Barbara L. Taylor, "Barb," 57, passed away suddenly Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018. She was born May 3, 1961 in Belvidere the daughter of Fred and Joanne (Pfaffinger) Bishop. She was a 1979 graduate of Hampshire High School and received her teaching degree from NIU. Barb married James E. Taylor on August 8, 1981 in Hampshire. Her teaching career spanned 35 years, the past 21 years with District 300. She was a Phys. Ed. teacher at St. Charles Borromeo School and Director of the Hampshire Park District before teaching full time. She previously worked at Eastview Elementary and Golfview Elementary as a Phys. Ed. teacher. The past 11 years she was with the Hampshire Middle School as a Phys. Ed. Teacher and girls' volleyball coach and 7th grade girls' basketball coach. Surviving are her husband, Jim; daughter, Nikki (Dustin) Wiepert of Sycamore; son, Josh (fiancee, Sally) Taylor of DeKalb; 6 grandchildren, Brayden, Taylor, and Quinn Wiepert, Gabbie, Cammie, and Jaxson Taylor; Mom, Viola "Vi" Bishop; siblings, Pam (Jodie) Ziller, Stacy (Mike) Bell, Scott (Punk) Getzelman; and many nieces and nephews, cousins, and countless good friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Donnie Getzelman; and nephew, Heston Ziller. Funeral Services will be held at 1 pm Sunday, Sept. 30 at the Hampshire Middle School gymnasium, 560 State St., Hampshire. Burial will follow in the Hampshire Center Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday from 3 to 7 pm also at the Hampshire Middle School gymnasium. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Barb's name may be directed to St. Jude Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the Hampshire Park District Foundation (to support youth athletic programs) PO Box 953, Hampshire, IL 60140. The Fredrick Funeral Home in Hampshire is assisting the family. Info, 847-683-2711 or visit www.fredrickfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Daily Herald from Sep. 23 to Sep. 26, 2018.

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Terri (TJ) Yordy

September 28, 2018

Jim,

I am so sorry to hear of Barb's passing this week. I am still in touch with Niki (Lance's wife) and she notified me. My prayers are with you and the entire family,

TJ Yordy. (Preston Trucking)

Kreuscher Family

September 28, 2018

We are so sorry for your loss! Mrs. Taylor was a wonderful gym teacher that our son Joey loved having.

Z L

September 28, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

September 26, 2018

May the hope of the resurection John 6:40 and God's love John 3:16 brings comfort

Alyssa Mau

September 25, 2018

So loved and definitely so missed

William Damisch

September 25, 2018

Hey Jim,
Very sorry to hear of Barbs passing.

John Gosling

September 25, 2018

To "Mama" Taylor's family, so so sorry to hear of her passing. In my three years with her at HMS, I really enjoyed teaching with her.
She will be missed!
John Gosling

Carole Haeger

September 25, 2018

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for the Taylor family

September 25, 2018

Life is short but you live it well. You made a difference in so many children's lives.

Chris Leahy

September 25, 2018

We had the privilege of having Ms. Taylor at Eastview. She was sturn but kindhearted.0She pushed her students to do their best. Nothing but great memories of her! RIP Ms. Taylor!

Chris Leahy

September 24, 2018

We knew Ms. Taylor when she was at Eastview. We remember her as sturn but kindhearted, demanding yet she was the proudest one in the room when she saw her students succeed! Such a inspiring teacher! Nothing but great memories of her! Our prayers are with her family and friends!

Dawn Butler

September 24, 2018

"To teach...is to touch a life forever." ...
Mrs. Taylor lived this statement until her last moments here with us. Our family was blessed to have multiple children call Barb their teacher.

I'm incredibly thankful for her encouragement... Not only to her students, but also to me in my continuing health struggles.
She was always positive, and had a way of making you see things with a clear perspective.
Fly high with the Angel's Mrs.Taylor...
Until we meet again.

Love,
Dawn Butler and Family

Kirby Kelly

September 24, 2018

I will never forget Ms. Taylor. She made every kid feel special and I wouldn't have had the same school experience without her. Sending love and light to her family.

Julie Provenzano

September 24, 2018

You pushed my child to do his best, he will not ever forget that! You were a wonderful lady and teacher! May You Rest In Peace.

The Luckett Family

September 24, 2018

We pray that God comforts you and surrounds you with his love during this difficult time. My children will miss her smile and kind heart, and will always remember her.

Jay Howe

September 24, 2018

She made us all laugh. It was great having her visit when she came to Colorado. She was Nona's best friend and we'll miss her greatly.

September 24, 2018

Jim and Family, So very sorry for the passing of Barb. My sympathy and prayers are with you. Carol Cleveland.

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Hampshire Middle School gymnasium

560 State St., Hampshire, IL

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