Barbara Elaine Taylor passed away peacefully at the age of 83 to be with the Lord on October 19, 2019 in San Antonio, Texas. Barbara was born in Washington D.C. on October 5, 1936 to Robert and Martha Gaskins. She was the youngest of ten children. Barbara was a loving, devoted and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and loyal friend who enriched the lives and hearts of others with her good humor and benevolent heart and she will truly be missed.
She will always be remembered for her gracious nature and her loyalty, dedication and devotion to her family and friends. Barbara was a dedicated military spouse and mother, serving as the family anchor when her husband received orders to relocate. She was a very spiritual follower of the Catholic faith, God and her Church. She, along with her husband, provided moral and practical guidance to her children which allowed them to mature into well-rounded adults.
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, the love of her life and best friend of 52 years, her husband Hunter Hugh Taylor Sr, sisters Dorothy Beck, Martha Battle, Isabel Gaskins, brothers Charles Gaskins, Robert Gaskins, and Joseph Gaskins. She is survived by her sons Rodney Taylor and fiancée Isabella, Hunter Taylor Jr., Edwin Taylor and wife Renee, David Taylor and wife Kari, and her two grandchildren, Courtney Taylor and Christopher Taylor, sisters Mary Fletcher, Nellie Larieau, and Grace Jones, and many nieces and nephews. Barbara’s spirit will live on through the hearts of her family and friends.
Visitation for Barbara is October 28th from 5-8pm with a Rosary at 6pm. Funeral Mass is October 29th at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church at 11am with interment to follow at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery where she will join together in eternal rest with her husband.
Special thanks to the staff at Kindred Hospice and Still Water ALF for their loving care and compassion while taking care of Barbara and making her feel comfortable.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to your favorite charity.
