Jessie Dean Rose Taylor
September 5, 1935 ~ September 21, 2024
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ROCKY MOUNT – In the early morning hours of Saturday, September 21, 2024, Heaven welcomed another saint. Jessie Dean Rose Taylor, age 89, went home to be with her Lord after a long struggle with dementia. Born in Edgecombe County, NC, on September 5, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Charlie Edward and Lillie Wallace Rose. Jessie Dean was also preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, William Daniel “Billy” Taylor; her daughter, Melissa Kaye Taylor; her great-granddaughter, Millie Rae Thye; and Baby C; her sister, Christine Rose Calhoun; and two brothers, Donald Rose and Robert “Bud” Rose.
Jessie Dean was a devoted and loving homemaker. She was a long-time faithful member of Oak View Baptist Church and served as a Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher and member of the choir. She was a dedicated follower of Jesus Christ who diligently studied the Bible and lived by it.
Jessie Dean leaves behind to cherish her memory, her children, Charles Taylor (Robin) of Nashville, Melanie Taylor Chambers (John) of Floyd, VA, and Jeff Taylor (Deana) of Rocky Mount; her grandchildren, Joshua Taylor (Laurie), Jonathon Chambers (Allison), Caitlin Thye (Joshua), Melissa Rorrer (Samuel), Chelsea Strachan (James), and Ryan Taylor; her ten precious great-grandchildren; her never-aging and beloved sister, Portia Rose Daisy; and many wonderful nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service to celebrate Jessie Dean’s life will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor David Taylor officiating. Burial will follow the service at Pineview Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be from 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
The family is very appreciative to the staff at The Cottage at Spring Arbor for the loving care of Mom, and to the staff at Gentiva Hospice during her final days.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in Jessie Dean’s memory to Oak View Baptist Church, 2412 Arlington Street, Rocky Mount, NC, 27801, or to Your Choice Resource Center (Pregnancy Care Center), 400 Sunset Ave., Rocky Mount, NC, 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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To the family you will be missed aunties many good memories & thoughts of you will miss your smile until we see youagain.
To family of my “beautiful friend”, I will always cherish the beautiful memories of your Mom. She was always there for me. I remember visiting with her at the beginning of her illness and she told me about forgetting things but she told me she would never forget me. My first visit with her she saw me in the waiting room and called out my name Tears of happiness fill my heart with joy. May God keep you in His Tender Care.
Love to all,
Judy
Q: What will you never forget about Jessie?
A: When I was a new Christian I called Jessie Dean all the time . She made me a list of her favorite Bible verses she wanted me to memorize. I still have it in one of my Bibles . She truly loved Jesus and was a great mentor. I love her and can’t wait to see her in heaven .
Charles, Melanie and Jeffrey,
I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet Mama but I also rejoice with you in her home going. I know she has reunited with so many loved ones, but most importantly she has seen JESUS! She served Him well here on earth and now that her time here is done she gets to spend eternity with her Father, Jesus Christ. I know, as He welcomed her home, He said to her, “well done my good and faithful servant!” Although Jessie Dean didn’t recognize me in her later years, I know, without a doubt, she loved me, and I loved her. I have LOTS of great memories of our times together, and I will always cherish them. She was a great mentor to me and someone I could talk to about anything. I know I will see her again one day. What a great legacy she left behind. To God be the Glory! Prayers to all of you during your time of grief.
Q: What will you never forget about Jessie Dean?
A: I will never forget what a wonderful Christian woman, mother, grandmother, friend and Sunday School Teacher Jessie Dean was. She loved the Lord and it showed in her daily life. I will miss her and I know everyone who knew her will as well. I know she is now in Heaven with her Jesus and loved ones who have gone on before her. I’m sure she is reunited with her baby girl Melissa who passed away at a very young age. Go rest high on that mountain until I see you again, I love you.
Loved working with her in VBS! I will always cherish these moments! She taught me when I was younger. Then I was honored to teach along side of my Great Auntie at Oak View Baptist Church! Love you! Tell everyone in Heaven Hello for me! Until we meet again.
Jesse Dean was a very special friend to me. The Lord sent me to her at a very difficult time in my life, so she could be the help I needed. I know she is in Heaven and has seen the precious loving face of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was loved by many. I will one day see her in Heaven. I love you my dear friend ❤️
I just loved Mrs. Taylor!! She was so encouraging to be around, she SO MUCH loved JESUS, her fantastic husband and those 2 TAYLOR BOYS. I miss and will miss both of your parents brother Charles! Steve Lane
Praying for peace and comfort during this time.In His Love, Pastor Strouf and your Gethsemane Baptist Church family
Asking God to grant you all comfort, peace, strength, and His Holy presence in the days ahead. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Paul and Joan Lucas
Taylor family, Lois and I are so sorry for your loss. I know she is with Billy, Melissa, and the family in heaven. She was a great witness for our Lord and Savior. Very special to all who knew her. Love and prayers, Lois and George Bailey.