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Taylor Renee Helland

1996 - 2016

Taylor Renee Helland obituary, 1996-2016, Arlington, TX

Taylor Helland Obituary

Taylor Helland, 19, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, Feb. 20, 2016, at her home surrounded by her family. Celebration of life: 7 p.m. Friday at First Methodist Mansfield, 777 N. Walnut Creek Drive, Mansfield, 76063. Interment: Taylor was laid to rest in Emerald Hills Memorial Park. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to donate to one of the following pediatric cancer charities: The Andrew McDonough Be Positive Foundation, the Fabulous Faith Foundation, or the Michael P. Brown Colon Cancer Foundation. She graduated in 2014 from Martin High School in Arlington. Until recently, she was a sophomore strategic communications major at TCU, a member of Chi-Omega Fraternity and a leader of the TCU Dance Marathon, a program designed to raise funds for Cook Children's Medical Center. Taylor will best be known for her mantra "Choose Joy!" as she won her battle with cancer by choosing joy every day. She was dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the fight against pediatric cancer, and was an active speaker at many fundraising events. Survivors: Mother, Julia; father, Bob; sister, Shara; loving boyfriend, Chris Messer; and many supportive and loving relatives and friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Feb. 24, 2016.

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Julie Gustafson

February 25, 2016

I remember Taylor as a very young girl. She was so sweet! (She grew into a very beautiful young woman!)I am sorry that God called her home so young. I would be coming to her remembrance meeting, but I have a prior commitment. I pray that God will comfort your family during this difficult time.

Tim and Pam Brown

February 24, 2016

Taylor cared for our infant daughter in the nursery at church occasionally. Our daughter was immediately drawn to Taylor and loved her. We have followed Taylor's story on The Caring Bridge and have been so thankful for your family sharing with us in this way. Our lives are better because we knew Taylor. Blessings to you all.

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