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In loving memory of

Helen Ida Taylor (Scherrer)
June 14, 1914 - November 1, 2009

Helen Ida Taylor (nee Scherrer), 95, died November 1, 2009, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center . She was born June 14, 1914, in St Louis , Missouri, to the late Arthur O. and Viola C. Scherrer.

She received her education in St Louis and graduated from Beaumont High School.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Gilbert C. Taylor. They were married on April 14, 1934, in Waterloo, Illinois .

In St Louis she worked for DuPont Paint District Office, Union Electric Company and Kilgan Organ Company. She attended Bethany Evangelical and Reform Church, now Peace United Church of Christ. There she taught Sunday school for five year olds. She was a member of the Couples Club, where she served as President and the first General Chairman of the church's fund raising Smorgasbord.

During World War II she worked for Civil Service in Florida and North Carolina.

In Pine Bluff she worked for Y B Turner, Arkansas Revenue Department, Brown Furniture Manufacturing Company and Razorback Printing. She had been a member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority, Opportunity Chapter of ABWA, The Pine Bluff Bridge House and Rosswood Country Club. She had been a member of First United Methodist Church, Lakeside United Methodist Church and was currently a member of Good Faith-Carr United Methodist Church .

She was preceded in death by two sisters; Louise C Angelo, of St Louis, Missouri, and Patricia J Reutner of Hot Springs Village; one brother, Arthur C Scherrer of St. Louis, Missouri.

She is survived by one daughter, Becky L Taylor of Pine Bluff .

She loved people and loved life. She never wanted any "grass to grow under her feet". She wanted to experience as many adventures as possible. She was always there for anyone that needed her help. She loved to travel, visiting 49 of the 50 states, five continents and 21 different countries. She, her husband and daughter also went on 15 cruises. She was an avid bridge player.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Jefferson County Humane Society, P O Box 2233 , Pine Bluff , AR 71613, or to the charity of your choice.

Visitation will be Wednesday, November 4, 2009, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Ralph Robinson & Son Funeral Directors.

Funeral service will be Thursday, November 5, 2009, at 11:00 am, by the Rev Mike Wilkie and Dr Andre Strydom. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Cemetery by Ralph Robinson & Son

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Lynn Stuart--Milroy
PB
Becky I am so sorry about the passing of your sweet Mom. She had a very special daughter, you, who was very dedicated to her. Angel wings to both of you.

Darlene Costello
darlene.costello@yahoo.com
1575 Shippan Cove North, Cordova, TN 38016
Becky, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was such a lovely person and I know you will miss her greatly. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you.

Margie Ladd
margieladd@sbcglobal.net
317 W. 13th, Pine Bluff, AR
Becky, I was so sorry to hear about your mother. Helen was such a wonderful and kind person. I will miss her greatly.

Tiffany Huffman
White Hall, AR
Becky, I was so sorry to hear about Miss Helen. She was such a special lady. It was so neat to see a mother and daughter with such an amazing relationship. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Vonda (Wages) Taylor
Grapevine
So sorry to hear about your Mom. I remember her from the Coca-Cola Company picnics and seeing her around town. She was such a nice lady.

Wyvonne Wages
Pine Bluff
I am so sorrying to hear of your mother's passing. She was always a friendly lady and she will be greatly missed.

Cindy Starkey
Becky - I am so sorry about Ms. Helen. I know she loved you so much and appreciated the care you provided for her. Just take peace in knowing she is in a better place and watching over you. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cindy

Brenda Spadoni Myhand
Redfield, AR
Becky, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you in your time of sorrow.

Donna Farrer
Rison, AR
Becky, I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. As you know, I recently lost mine and can understand your pain. May the wonderful memories that your lifetime with her bring you some comfort in the days ahead. Celebrate her last journey as she would want you to. I admire you for being able to care for her and spend quality time with her these last 4 years. My prayers go out for you and may the healing begin. Your friend, Donna

Lynn & Elizabeth Gaines
Becky, you have our sympathy.

Karen Graves
kareng1125@aol.com
783 Diane Lane, Conway
Becky, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom was such a lady. I always thought of her as "Hurricaine Helen" I will always remember her sweet smile and kind words. Karen (Barentine) Graves

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