Edith Faye Taylor Banta

Edith Faye Taylor Banta Edith Faye Banta returned to her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, August 23, 2005 in Long Beach, California from illness's that had plagued her for many years. Born January 29, 1925 in Long Beach, California, fourth child of Louis C. Taylor and Ethel O. Talbot Taylor. Preceded in death by both parents, sister, Donna Bowen and son, Jack A. Banta. Faye graduated from Poly Tech High School and went on to study piano and voice cu ltivating a great talent in one of the most beautiful voices heard in Southern California. She loved to sing and shared the talent the Lord had given her in singing for all who asked and teaching all who came in contact with her. She was so thankful for her great talent, and the longevity of her ability that she stopped charging for her voice lessons and gave back to her Father in Heavens children what he had so abundantly given to her. Her song may be quieted in this existence, but she is surely singing in the choirs in heaven. Faye married Homer W. Banta on June 3, 1950 and found happiness with him for 55 years. She is survived by her husband and three sons, Mark (Aurora), San Diego; James, Paramount, CA.; and Ronald, Paramount, CA.; brother, Gene (Dorothy) Taylor, Del Mar, CA.; and sister, Ruby Stimson, Placentia, CA.; and many loving nieces, nephews and special friends that loved her dearly. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, Long Beach Virginia Ward, 3114 E. South Street. Friends and family may visit one hour prior to services at the church. Interment at Forest Lawn, Long Beach. Entrusted to: Funeraria del angel Bellflower Mortuary (562) 867-1778