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Jessica TAYLOR Obituary

Age 30 of St. Paul, MN Died unexpectedly and peacefully from a long-time heart condition on April 9, 2013. She is survived by her parents, Rick and Patty Taylor; sister, Katie (Mike and Kinley) Ott and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She graduated from Mounds Park Academy in St. Paul, MN and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from The Art Center for Design in Pasadena, California. Since graduation, she worked as a freelance photographer and most recently, taught overseas in schools in Spain and South Korea. Jessica was gifted with a brilliant mind, unmatchable creative and artistic abilities and great courage to venture into the unknown. She was a model for hard work, determination and passion for each and every project she undertook. In her short life, Jessica made a lot of people happy with her sweet disposition and beautiful smile. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew her. Jessica will be buried at Roselawn Cemetery in St. Paul, following a private family service. Memorials preferred to Open Arms, Minnesota, 2500 Bloomington Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404. 651-228-1006


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Published by Pioneer Press from Apr. 12 to Apr. 14, 2013.

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June 14, 2013

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

May 6, 2013

We are so saddened to hear of your loss of Jessica. We wish you comfort in her memory.

The Thompsons and Fjares

Lola Gutiérrez

April 23, 2013

Adiós preciosa.. Me despido de ti en español.. Nunca olvidaré tu eterna sonrisa. Tu ayuda desinteresada para que yo aprendiera tu inglés.. Nunca olvidaré tus visitas matutinas a mi establecimiento.. Adiós Jessica,descansa mi niña...

April 22, 2013

To Dr. Taylor and his family we offer our most sincere thoughts.
Our hearts are heavy for the loss your family has sustained.
Sincerely,
Henry, Beverly and Greg Haarala

Pilar Sanchez

April 18, 2013

Words cannot express how deeply saddened I am. We made a toast for you today at school, you were so loved by every single person... You have left a great amount of indelible memories. You are truly unique!! Wherever you are I know you're smiling xxxxo

April 17, 2013

We are very sad Jessica is not with us. But very happy to have to met her. She was a fantastic person, beloved by all the staff in the school. She worked very very hard with a lot of ilusion in everything she did. We will miss her a lot.
All your friends from the school in Cartagena.
CEIP NTRA SRA DE LOS DOLORES

Bryan Smith

April 16, 2013

Rick, Patty, and Katy, I am so sorry to hear about this loss. Our love and prayers go out to you all. - Bryan, Jennie, and Zack Smith

Rachel Krejci

April 15, 2013

Jessica, I am so sad to hear of your passing. My heart hurts. You were such a beautiful, gentle spirit. I will always treasure the memories I have of you. Thank you for being my friend. My prayers and thoughts go out to your family.

jayne and sue loher

April 14, 2013

im so sorry for your loss of your love one Jessica.bless you all. you will be in my prayers.

Stacey Dimberio

April 14, 2013

I truly believe Jessica is finally smiling and dancing forever in peace. My heart aches for this great loss. Patty, Rick, Katy, Mike and Kinley you remain in all of our prayers. Many hearts were blessed and great friendships were made because of Jessica. With great love and sympathy.The Dimberio Family

Katie Larson

April 14, 2013

I am so saddened to hear of Jessica's passing she was a wonderful person with so much passion and a zest for life. I feel lucky to have been able to catch up with her before she left to teach in South Korea although that was far to long ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you Jessica and your family.

April 14, 2013

What beautiful words. You are all in our thoughts.
With love,
Linda and Fred Levine

April 14, 2013

Rick, Patty, & Kathryn,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We are glad we got to meet Jessica at Kathryn's wedding. Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Shelley and Chris Lynch

Bob and Karen Newstrom

April 12, 2013

We were so very sorry to learn of Jessica's death. You are all certainly in our prayers.

April 12, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Katie, Mike and Kinley in your loss. and also Katie to your parents. We will be thinking of all of you . Judy and Paul Loew

Dianne Wulff

April 12, 2013

My deepest sympathy for Jessica's family. What a lovely accomplished young woman.

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