Barbara J. Taylor

Barbara J. Taylor obituary, Massillon, OH

Barbara J. Taylor

Barbara Taylor Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Heitger Funeral Services - Massillon Chapel on Nov. 9, 2025.

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Barbara J. Taylor, age 78 of Jackson Township passed away November 9, 2025 at her home.
She was born March 5, 1947 in Indianapolis, the daughter of the late Royal and Marion Hewitt.
Barbara was a veteran serving in the Marines serving from 1965 to 1967.
She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, and crafting.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years, George F. Taylor; children, Michelle Berry, Michael (Allison) Taylor, Christine Taylor, Mary Taylor; grandchildren, Samantha, Christopher, Victoria; great-grandchildren, Aurora, Gabriel, Eli, Daniel, Caroline, Mahala, and Wyatt.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, George Cole.
A private service will be held by the family.
Her final place of rest will be at Calvary Cemetery in Massillon.
Condolences to the family may be made at www.heitger.com
Heitger Funeral Home and Crematory 330-833-3248
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