Corita Lewis Taylor

Corita Lewis Taylor obituary, New Orleans, LA

Corita Lewis Taylor

Corita Taylor Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. - New Orleans on Oct. 8, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Corita Lewis Taylor, age 96, entered eternal rest on Thursday September 25, 2025. Daughter of the late Terrence Lewis Sr. and Viola H. Lewis. Wife of the late Jessie J.Taylor. She was also preceded in death by 5 brothers and 5 sisters. Mother of Mary J. Rounds, Ulysses Joseph and Shirley J. Dorsey. Sister of Ernest S. Lewis of Springfield, ILL. Also survived by 14 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Third Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Greater St. Peter Baptist Church, Fifth African Baptist Church both of Edgard, La., Second Mount Olive Baptist Church of Donaldsonville, La., Mt.Triumph Baptist Church of St. James La., and Employees of Innophos Inc. of Geismar, LA are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Service for Corita Lewis Taylor on Saturday October 11, 2025 for 10:00 a.m. at Third Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, 2132 Third St. New Orleans, La. 70113. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. service time. Rev. Kendrick C. Allen officiating. Interment: Young Cemetery, Edgard, La., For live stream please type: @epicvisionproductions2173
Arrangements Entrusted To
Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc.
2715 Danneel Street, NOLA 70113
Information: (504) 895-4903

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. - New Orleans

2715 Danneel Street, New Orleans, LA 70113

Make a Donation
in Corita Taylor's name

How to support Corita's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Corita Taylor's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Corita Taylor's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?