June Stewart Taylor

Our dearly loved Queen, June Stewart Taylor, 96 of Greenville, SC, was safely escorted to her Lord & Savior on January 24, 2022. She was born May 13, 1925, the second of five children. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas E. Taylor. She was the daughter of John and Huldah Stewart of Latrobe, PA. She is survived by her two dear sisters, Thelma Kemerer and Janet Leichliter of Latrobe, PA and predeceased by her brother Wayne Stewart and sister Verna Earnest. In addition she is also survived by her loving & faithful children: daughter Haleen Henceroth (wife of Joel - deceased), sons Brian (wife Shelby), Albert (wife Karen), Jeffery (wife Denise) daughter in law Lois (wife of Bradley - deceased) and greatly loved stepchildren: stepdaughter Elnetta Salazar (husband Joe - deceased) stepson Tommy - deceased. June is survived by 9 adored grandchildren, 21 cherished great grandchildren, and 1 superb great great grandson. For 40 years Thomas & June actively participated in the ministry of Faith Evangelical Free Church in Garrettsville, OH. For several years they opened their home to many foster children while rearing them alongside their own family. The highlight of her working career was 14 years as a nurses aide at Robinson Memorial Hospital where she joyfully provided spiritual support for her patients. Throughout her life June was ever ready to pray with anyone who had a need, always quoting a favorite scripture Matthew 18:10 “ For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in their midst.” She believed firmly that the Lord was ever present in her life and loved to share the hope of the Good News of the gospel of Jesus Christ with everyone. She led countless people to the Lord, encouraged the depressed and broken hearted, passionately petitioned the Lord for healings for the sick, and gave hope and genuine affection to all. She led a life of spiritual discipline, daily reading her Bible & devotional books, praying earnestly for a long list of friends, family and strangers met in passing. She kept a consistent journal throughout her life as well, documenting the simple everyday moments and the blessings and sorrows of her life. June leaves a legacy of shamelessly sharing the love of Christ. June was an avid quilter creating 135 full sized quilts and also crocheted afghans and beautifully intricate tablecloths. Thomas & June both won blue ribbons at the Geauga County Fair, he for his paintings and she for her handiwork. June was an award winning published poet for her book, Reflections of Love and Inspiration. For her 95th birthday she penned and published her autobiography, Walk with Me - 95 years of Walking with My Lord and Savior. During her 20 year retirement in Florida with Thomas, June enjoyed leading a Bible study in their adult living community and actively participated in a bowling league. Time and again, Thomas and June opened their Florida home to many friends and family. Our family was blessed to have many wonderful caregivers for June: Tracy, Tanya, Holly, Peggy, Mary, & JoAnn and compassionate Kindred hospice nurses. In lieu of flowers, please consider blessing the teens and leaders who gave encouragement to June by sending memorials to Mountain Creek Baptist Church youth group. They consistently brought her joy by showing her great kindness through cards, calls and visits over the last few years. Mountain Creek Baptist Church 255 W. Mountain Creek Church Road Greenville, SC 29609-6716. If you ever asked June how she was her answer was always “Fat and sassy!” Although never fat, she was certainly sassy for the 35,321 days she was on this earth. May her sass and encouraging attitude along with her fervor for the love of God be a continual blessing to all of us who have loved her and been loved by her. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 31, 2022, at Mountain View Memorial Park, 7 Duncan Rd., Travelers Rest, SC. A Celebration of her life will be this coming Spring. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.thehowzemortuary.com The Howze Mortuary, Travelers Rest, is in charge of the arrangements. (864) 834-8051

June Stewart Taylor

May 13, 1925 - January 24, 2022