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Johnnie Taylor Obituary
Tallahassee, FL - Mrs. Johnnie Belle Major Randolph Taylor, 96, departed this life on Saturday, March 6, 2021. Graveside funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 15, at the Tallahassee National Cemetery. Viewing-visitation is 3-5 p.m. Sunday at TILLMAN OF TALLAHASSEE (850-942-1950). Mrs. Taylor was a compassionate, caring and effective educator who gave 39 years of dedicated service to her profession. She was a devoted member of Bethel AME Church, Tallahassee and was also a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, FAMU local and national Alumni Associations,Tallahassee Urban League and the NAACP. Precious memories of her life will be cherished forever by her sisters: Annie Louise Pender of Holder, FL; Ethel Lee (Samuel) Joyner of Crystal River, FL and Adele Young of Dunnellon, FL; a niece whom she helped raise, Rosemary Joyner of Pembroke Pines; adopted children: Jennifer and Allen Byrd and Jacqueline Henderson; adopted grandson, Ashton Henderson, all of Tallahassee, FL; sister-in-law, Elsie Randolph of Corona, NY; godson, Theotis Stallworth of Tallahassee, FL; goddaughter, Florence Langley of Floral City, FL and a host of special nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
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Sandy Walker
March 2, 2024
Aunt Belle,
Thank you for the kindness, the sweetness and love you showed to all. May you rest in eternal peace.
CAROL WOODARD
March 2, 2022
I will always treasure the memories and the joyful times shared with Aunt Belle and Uncle Al from my early childhood until their death! Aunt Belle was such a special member of the Taylor Family and we loved her dearly
Reginald and Rhonda Charlow Davis
March 12, 2021
To the Taylor, Walker, and Ferrell Families:
We cannot express our love and heartfelt sympathy for the passing of Mrs. Taylor. There is a quote that says “When you lose someone you love, you gain an angel you know”. Mrs. Taylor’s love will always leave an indelible imprint in our memories.
Matthew 5: 4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”
Reginald and Rhonda Charlow Davis
Rosemary Joyner
March 11, 2021
Aunt Belle
Your memory is my keepsake which I will never part.
God has you in His keeping
I have you in my heart
Love you,
Rosemary
Robert Walker
March 11, 2021
My loving and dearest aunt. Aunt Belle and Uncle Alfred were our summer retreats with all of the trimmings(fishing trips, shopping sprees, fun at the beaches, back to the kitchen). Even though she shared summer outings, her kitchen was my favorite, especially her signature delicious cornbread. I often had second and third helpings. Aunt Belle gave so much of herself to me and my three sisters that I will forever hold close to my heart. Today, victory belongs to my beloved, Aunt Belle.
CAROL WALKER WOODARD
March 11, 2021
I loved Aunt Belle dearly and always will!
Olivia Carter
March 10, 2021
Mrs. Taylor was a very sweet and caring individual. I will miss our talks about the goodness of God and the overall changes to our educational system. In recent years she shared memories of various trips with her church groups and the surprise celebrations for her birthdays given by her church.
She will truly be missed by those who knew and loved her.
Sending prayers to her family.
May she R.I.P.
Anita Abrams
March 10, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful spirit. I have known the Taylors, Alfred and Johnnie Belle for many, many years. Both of them were wonderful friends and fellow church members. She and I were fellow educators members of the same sorority, Zeta Phi Beta. Such a beautiful soul. . . I pray that she is now on a peaceful journey to see our Saviour's face. Rest in Heaven, Johnnie Belle.
The Byrd Family
March 9, 2021
Some truth in life are hard to accept. Your memories will never be forgotten! Rest in Peace Beautiful Angel...Rest On!
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