"Love is never wasted, for its value does not rest upon reciprocity." - CS Lewis

I was born June 25, 1957, the favorite daughter of Lee and Sonja Durney. Growing up, my folks provided my brother Eric, and myself loads of opportunities to try anything and everything. As a family we participated in sports, music, art, work and play. I learned that anything is possible. Thank you for the best start in life, Mom and Dad.

I grew up in Blackfoot, Idaho and graduated BHS in 1975 with Marshall Tucker Band, Doobie Brothers, and Fleetwood Mac blaring on the radios of Road Runners, Cameros and Firebirds. What a great time.

Todd Taylor and I married almost 22 years ago. I couldn't ask for a better partner and best friend. He made sure we shared more laughter than tears. My favorite child, Hailey Edwards, married Jake Pratt. They gave me two treasured gifts. Kodi Vacello and Billie Grace. Being their grandma was the best gig. I am over the top proud of Hailey and her family and they will forever have my heart. Marrying Todd brought bonus daughters and their families (Katie Cooper, Jessica Beam and Jane Taylor). Bonus love.

If our paths crossed, I considered you a friend. Maybe it was school, work, playing pool, golf or yoga. Maybe it was playing Bridge. I was lucky enough to have a tribe of friends. Longtime friends and new friends. I'm so grateful for the love and support of dear family and friends.

Bulbar Onset ALS crashed the party August 2022. My family and friends were bouncers helping me keep the effects of it at bay for as long as possible. ALS chips away and robs people of their ability to stay connected. It takes the voice, it takes muscle strength, it takes the breath but it never took my gratitude and love for family and friends. My Grandparents, Gordon and Maxine Durney and Ernie and Grace Josephson were wonderful people. They departed from this world and I hope they are saving me a seat at an after party. Who knows? Maybe I'll be hanging out with Waylon, Prince, Princess Di, Tom Petty and Darwin (my dog and Charles if he's game). I do know, if it's possible, I will be saving seats at my after party. I love you all. Except three of you.

Huzzah!

If my family decides to have a going away party they will let you know. If they don't I'll be hanging around causing trouble and doing good deeds.

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Published by Idaho State Journal on Feb. 20, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Jone Taylor

Sponsored by Hawker Funeral Home - Blackfoot.

36 Entries

Becky Reader

March 15, 2024

You will be missed! ❤

Sal Mascarenas

March 8, 2024

Todd, so sorry to hear. Peace be with you and your family.

Ernie Dillard

March 5, 2024

When you are 7 and you visit your cousin and she lets you ride in her car hanging out the sunroof you realize how amazing and cool she is. At 14 when you watch her play softball and shoot a game of pool with her you realize how talented and competitive she is. Some of my other cousins may argue their side but she may have been the best athlete in the family. Over the years you get to experience more wonderful moments when you visit your family in Idaho and that is what makes a cousin like you so special.

Love Ernie

February 29, 2024

She touched every life she came into contact with and was constant light in the yoga studio. She will be greatly missed.

Susan Caldwell

February 26, 2024

Sending love and support to you on angel wings --- although I haven't met Jone, she must have been a joy to be with. Savor your memories. With sincere condolences, In sympathy.

Paula Blair

February 25, 2024

Lee and Sonja, I am so sorry you have lost your precious daughter. I know you cherished the times you got to spend with her and how proud you were of her.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Janet Neitzel

February 25, 2024

Jone was a beautiful person, inside and out.
I hope her family and friends find peace in the days ahead

Fly high Jone!!!

Kim

February 22, 2024

I went to the yoga class only one time before I moved to another town. Although I was really quite bad at it, Jone still made me feel great about myself. We spoke at length after class about many things.
We shared the time we grew up, as I was born 1 month before her and graduated HS only 10 miles away from her in the same year, and we enjoyed the same music.
I'm glad we met and had even that short time in the same space.

LouJean Condie-Katseanes

February 22, 2024

I’ve known Jone since grade school. I always considered her one of the most talented people I knew, even as a child she could do everything well. My father thought she was a sweetheart and she always held a special place in his heart too. She wrote me the most thoughtful letter at his passing. Typical of her. She is a beautiful, kind and giving person. Our last conversation was bragging about grandchildren. She adored hers!!! She will be missed so much.

Susan Goodman-Sitzmann

February 22, 2024

Such a special lady who I am so thankful to be able to call a friend. I haven’t been able to see you or talk to you lately but you have always been held closely in my heart. Much love and prayers for your precious family.

Ron Murray

February 21, 2024

Lee and Sonja, we are so sad and sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I will always remember what a wonderful home and atmosphere you provided. Love you, Ron and Kathy Murray.

Tera Young

February 21, 2024

She's a beautiful soul, I was very lucky to know her. Prayers to her family. Heaven definitely received an angel

Lynn Wadsworth

February 21, 2024

My sincere condolences and prayers go out to Jones family. She was a wonderful high school classmate and friend.

Penny and Dave Hagar

February 21, 2024

Our sincere condolences go out to all of Jone’s family. She is such a joy to visit and laugh with. We are truly thankful to have known her and have her as our friend.

Darrel Francke

February 20, 2024

Amazing friend.

Carol Bottoms

February 20, 2024

What a wonderful woman she was. Everyone that had the privilege to know her was blessed. Warm, caring and always a big smile. She will be greatly missed but the memories of her will live forever. Bless her and her family and give them peace.

Marguerite Hartman

February 20, 2024

O this is a sad time...to lose someone so vital and upbeat and with the world..is truly heart wrenching. I knew this fine soul for many years and was always amazed by her..there are so many people she touched with her beautiful smile and her bubbly personality..she will forever be missed...♥

Lynn Dillard/Jones

February 20, 2024

JJ I am missing you already. Our visits were a precious time together! Hailey, Jone and I both agreed that a parent never ever knows “true Love” until their first child. The girls were the bonus to that. Lee and Sonja, she was such a gifted person in so many ways. I learned more by her listening to others, than by talking. Todd she was so happy you were together.
❤Lynn Dillard
Bruce Jones♥

Julie (Black) Johnson

February 20, 2024

I have many great memories of Jone, during elementary school. She was a kind and wonderful friend. Sad to hear of her passing. So sorry for your loss.

Michelle Cannon

February 20, 2024

My heart goes out to your family so sorry for your loss she was a beautiful person I remember waiting on her at Cathay cafe for ever then saw her thru the years such a sweet lady will be missed.

Jean Spanbauer

February 20, 2024

So sorry to learn of Jone´s passing. She was a very special person. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Joanne Chaffin

February 20, 2024

A dear, sweet and brave young woman. She and Mary Cannon came to visit me not long ago. Chatty Mary and Jone with her write on board. A delightful couple of hours. We never talked of illness , but most everything else. A wonderful day to remember. Memories of way back high school years. She was easy to love.

Lynn Dillard Jones

February 20, 2024

J.J. I already miss our talks! When everyone else was talking. She listened and learned. Jone was so talented! Now you can show The Doobie Brothers, Princess Di, Prince and the rest. Show ‘em’ your Stuff girl! We had many Fun times!
Hailey and girls. We both always said you never really know “Love”,till you have your own children! So true!
Lee, Sonja,Todd and Hailey. Remember the good timesEven when she was sick she had her own beautiful style only she could have❤
Lynn Dillard & Bruce Jones and family’s

Alan Monson

February 20, 2024

I met Jone and family when they lived on Pine St. The baseball games at the Catholic Church were the most spontaneous congregations of fun us kids had. My condolences go out to the whole family. A little piece of Blackfoot has been lost, let’s always remember her. She was a beautiful human being.

Sue Ann Brewer

February 19, 2024

Love this girl, sweet brave cousin, you reside in my soul.

TracyLee Reifschneider

February 19, 2024

RIP Jone! You will be missed

Bob Walker

February 19, 2024

Jone touched my heart in many ways.

Larry

February 19, 2024

Love ya Jone hope there's hot rods in heaven ❤

Brenda Knudson

February 19, 2024

Going to miss your sweet spirit Jone

Cristina Mari

February 19, 2024

My deepest sympathy & sincere condolences to the Taylor & Durney families. I will miss my interactions with Jone as a friend, neighbor & member of Westmark Credit Union. RIP Jone and may your entire family find comfort in all the beautiful memories you blessed us with. Cristina Mari

Judy Broadhead

February 19, 2024

I have always loved Jone i have many good Memories of Christmas together. One year for Lynn’s Birthday she gave his feet a good massage which he loved. Another time she stopped by to wash his truck for Fathers Day. . Hailey ,so thankful you are my Granddaughter . To Todd ,thanks for taking such good care of Jone.Iove Judy

Mike Dayton

February 19, 2024

Joan Jett is what I called her. She worked with my Mom at the paper in Blackfoot so I've known Joan a very long time. I am thankful I was able to call her my friend. I lost touch with her as is what sometimes happens with friends. But she will always have a place in my heart. You will be missed Joan Jett!!

Deana and Byron Molinari

February 19, 2024

Thanks neighbor for the sunshine, cookies, and friendship

Doug Dillard

February 19, 2024

Such a special person, always fun to be around!

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