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Shirley Taylor Obituary

Shirley Taylor passed away peacefully on February 8, 2023 at the age of 93. She is survived by 6 of 8 children: Constance (Renaldo), Karen (Gordon), Kenneth (Diane), Sheila (Rory), Charles and Eric (Darlene). She was preceded in death by James Lee, III and Byron Leslie. She is also survived her brother, Claude Wiltz; her grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 3368 Esplanade Avenue on Friday, February 24, 2023, at 10:30 am. Visitation will begin at 9:30 am. Interment: Providence Park Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Avenue. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guestbook.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2023.

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Tanya Marine

February 24, 2023

Byron, Brittini & family yall have my deepest sympathy & Prayers! God Bless Love, Tanya Marine & family

Philomena D. Lawson

February 23, 2023

Charles, I was sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. I will keep you and your family lifted in prayer as you mourn her loss. May the wonderful memories stay close to your heart.

Neuby & Tracy Russell

February 23, 2023

May your hearts find peace and comfort in this time of sorrow.

Elbert Wiltz

February 23, 2023

Tee, I'll always remember the way you made me feel.

Lisa A Crinel

February 23, 2023

Hold on to all of the times you all have had together. It's those moments that will help you the most during this time. Eric, who you were a great son!!

Stephanie Taylor

February 23, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Paula Daniels and Family

February 23, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

3368 Esplanade Avenue, LA

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24

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

3368 Esplanade Avenue, LA

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3933 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125

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