Beth Ann Taylor

MARCH 21, 1962 - NOVEMBER 24, 2007
Beth Ann Taylor, 45, of Dublin, CA, loving wife, daughter, mother, sister, aunt and friend, left behind a family sadden by her life taken too soon. Beth, a native of Salinas, CA and graduate of Salinas High School, class of 1980, earned her Bachelor of Social Science degree from Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, CA in 1984. She was the Senior Vice President of Human Resources for Activant Solutions, Inc. in Livermore, CA. Beth shared her warm smile, kindness and gentle spirit with everyone around her, she was a sports mom, incredible daughter, loving wife and dedicated friend. She always listened with her heart and gave caring support to all.
Beth is survived by her loving family, beloved husband of eight years, Donnie Taylor; adored children, Tyler Schaaf of Dublin, CA, Paul Schaaf and Brenna Schaaf, both of the home; cherished parents, John and Fran Carothers of Post Falls, ID; caring brothers, Matt Carothers of Coalinga, CA, Stan Carothers of Aromas, CA and Mike Carothers of Couer d'Alene, ID. She also leaves many treasured nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Grady and Edna Carothers and Frank and Vivian Hamner.
Family and friends are welcomed to attend her memorial service, 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at CrossWinds Church, 6444 Sierra Court, Dublin, CA 94568. A reception will be held immediately following the memorial service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to: Shepherd's Gate, 1660 Portola Ave., Livermore, CA 94550 or the American Cancer Society, Tri-Valley Unit, 7000 Village Parkway Ste E, Dublin, CA 94568.
The family would like to express a warm message of gratitude for all the love, support and prayers shared as an act of love for Beth and them.
Arrangements are being handled by Graham-Hitch Mortuary, 4167 First St., Pleasanton, CA 94566 925-846-5624