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Born: August 21, 1946
Died: January 15, 2019
Beverly Taylor
August 21, 1946 - January 15, 2019
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Beverly Joan Taylor, age 72, of New Philadelphia, died Tuesday, January 15, 2019, in University Hospitals at Cleveland following a brief illness.
Born in Akron General Hospital on August 21, 1946, Bev was a daughter of the late Laverne and Nellie (Palmer) Meekins and was a graduate of Garfield High School in Akron.
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Beverly Joan Taylor, age 72, of New Philadelphia, died Tuesday, January 15, 2019, in University Hospitals at Cleveland following a brief illness.
Born in Akron General Hospital on August 21, 1946, Bev was a daughter of the late Laverne and Nellie (Palmer) Meekins and was a graduate of Garfield High School in Akron.
Bev was a longtime, active, member of Calvary Baptist Church in New Philadelphia. She was a devoted supporter of missionaries and military chaplains, often bringing them into the fold as if they were her own family. Bev was an avid fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes and worked for a period of time at Perry’s Glow Putt which was located in New Towne Mall. Most of all, she deeply adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband, Rex “Rick” Taylor whom she married on August 4, 1984, three daughters, Kimberly Callen, Lori (Richard) Rotkoski all of New Philadelphia, and Holli (Edward) Verhovec of Uhrichsville, a step-son, Craig (Holly) Taylor of Massillon; a sister, Lois (Collin) Noirot of Uniontown; a foster brother, John McClelland of South Carolina; and a son-in-law, Ronald Runyon, Sr. of Strasburg.
Completing the family are her grandchildren, Ronald (Amanda) Runyon, Paul (Desi) Runyon, Anthony Callen, Scott (Samantha) Callen, Marsi Diodati, Kyle Diodati, Craig Diodati, Lance Verhovec, Kaleb Verhovec, Star Dimitroff, Chris Norman, McKenzie Taylor, Alexandra Taylor, and Isbelle Taylor; and her great grandchildren, Nellie Diodati, Kylee Diodati, Kinzlie Callen, Dameon Callen, Ellee Callen and Alixander King.
In addition to her parents, Bev was preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and Robert Meekins and a grandson, Dusty Runyon.
The family will greet guests on Friday, January 18, 2019, from 4-7 PM in the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory at New Philadelphia. Missionary Gary Forney will lead a service celebrating Bev’s life in the funeral home’s chapel on Saturday January 19, 2019, at 10 AM. Burial will follow in the Dover Burial Park. A meal and fellowship will be shared in the Hospitality Room of the Geib Funeral Center at Dover following burial.
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Lovely lady . Was glad to know her even for the short time I knew her.
I loved Bev. She was like a second mother to me! Rest in peace and fly high with the angels.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. At our reunions, I always enjoyed my conversations with Beverly. Rest in Heaven dear cousin.
Mrs.Taylor was such an important part of our church family at Calvary. She will be so missed. Many prayers for her family during this time.
We will miss her, keeping the family in prayer.
May her light shine forever.
Condolences to the family. Thinking of all of you. We really enjoyed Bev's visit to California in 2016.
We are so sorry to hear of Ms. Beverly’s passing. She was a great prayer warrior for our family. We will be eternally greatful for her friendship and support. Prayers for Rex and the family. God Bless you all. May you feel the comfort from Him at this time.
Our sympathy in the deep loss of a special person. We are saddened also. May God be with all of you through this difficult time, now and in the days ahead. With love and prayers.
Sorry for your loss. Your family are in our prayers and thoughts. Love to you all. David and Michelle Mcnellis.
I will be praying for you and your family, may God continue to give you peace and comfort at this time of grief.
So very sorry for the families loss. I just recently saw her and rick at Wal-Mart and talked to them. I always enjoyed our chats when I saw get at the store. Prayers to your families.
Kim, So sorry to hear about your Mom. Please know I am thinking about you and your family during this difficult time.
Service Information
Visitation Information
Date: Friday, January 18, 2019
Time: 4:00 pm
End Time: 7:00 pm
Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory
Address:
116 Second Street NE, NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH, 44663Service Information
Date: Saturday, January 19, 2019
Time: 10:00 am
Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory
Address:
116 Second Street NE, NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH, 44663Cemetery Information
Date: Saturday, January 19, 2019
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Date: Saturday, January 19, 2019
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Condolences for Beverly Taylor
On behalf of the Geib Family and Staff, we offer our most sincere sympathy for your loss. We are honored to have been called upon to serve your family.
Lovely lady . Was glad to know her even for the short time I knew her.
I loved Bev. She was like a second mother to me! Rest in peace and fly high with the angels.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. At our reunions, I always enjoyed my conversations with Beverly. Rest in Heaven dear cousin.
Mrs.Taylor was such an important part of our church family at Calvary. She will be so missed. Many prayers for her family during this time.
We will miss her, keeping the family in prayer.
May her light shine forever.
Condolences to the family. Thinking of all of you. We really enjoyed Bev's visit to California in 2016.
We are so sorry to hear of Ms. Beverly’s passing. She was a great prayer warrior for our family. We will be eternally greatful for her friendship and support. Prayers for Rex and the family. God Bless you all. May you feel the comfort from Him at this time.
Our sympathy in the deep loss of a special person. We are saddened also. May God be with all of you through this difficult time, now and in the days ahead. With love and prayers.
Sorry for your loss. Your family are in our prayers and thoughts. Love to you all. David and Michelle Mcnellis.
I will be praying for you and your family, may God continue to give you peace and comfort at this time of grief.
So very sorry for the families loss. I just recently saw her and rick at Wal-Mart and talked to them. I always enjoyed our chats when I saw get at the store. Prayers to your families.
Kim, So sorry to hear about your Mom. Please know I am thinking about you and your family during this difficult time.
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