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Joyce Taylor Obituary

Joyce Ann Taylor, 81, passed away peacefully at Angel Medical Center Monday, Dec. 1, 2025.
Born Sept. 5, 1944, in Chester, Pennsylvania, Joyce was the beloved daughter of the late Robert "Doc" Taylor and Lillian Dillard Taylor.
Joyce was a devout Christian whose greatest wish was to serve the Lord. She led several ministry outreach programs and enjoyed volunteering. She was a gifted artist, a talented musician and loved the thrill of adventures. She always had a creative solution for all of life's challenges. She left an indelible mark on the hearts of her children and loved ones. She will not soon be forgotten.
She is survived by her children, Charles Henderson Jr. of Dillard, Georgia, Lesley Henderson of Dillard, Georgia, Michael Henderson of Dillard, Georgia, Tammy Miller of Franklin and Rhonda McCarthy of Clayton, Georgia; and brother, Bobby Frank Taylor of Clayton, Georgia. Joyce's legacy continues through her 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and three nieces and nephews, all of whom brought her immense joy.
A gathering of friends and family will be held at Macon Funeral Home Friday, Dec. 12, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Joyce will be remembered for her warmth, strength and devotion to her family. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of those she loved.
Online condolences can be made at maconfuneralhome.com. Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

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

Published by The Franklin Press from Dec. 10 to Dec. 17, 2025.

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