Mary Emily Griggs Edwards Taylor

Mary Emily Griggs Edwards Taylor obituary, Richmond, KY

Mary Emily Griggs Edwards Taylor

Mary Griggs Edwards Taylor Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home on Nov. 27, 2025.

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Mrs. Mary Emily Griggs Edwards Taylor, 71, of Lexington, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
She was born in Kentucky on February 14, 1954, the daughter of the late George & Bettie Parrish Griggs. A long-time Sales Representative for Avon, Mrs. Taylor enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
Survivors include: her sons, Bryan Edwards (Madeline Keeling), and Brandon Edwards (Laura McNew); three grandchildren, Brandon Edwards Jr., Taylor Masters & Geordyn Edwards; and a host of extended family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one infant son.
The family will receive friends and family for a time of visitation and reflection on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 12:00 PM (Noon), until 1:00 PM, at the Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home, W. Main St., Richmond. Burial will follow in the Richmond Cemetery.
The Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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328 W. Main St. P. O. Box 569, Richmond, KY 40475

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