Nancy Ellis Taylor
May 1, 1934 ~ February 17, 2019
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WILMINGTON - Nancy Ellis Taylor, age 84, formerly of Rocky Mount, passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019, at Cypress Pointe Nursing Home in Wilmington. Born in Halifax County, NC on May 1, 1934, she was the daughter of the late B.H. Ellis, Sr. and Doshie Price Ellis. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wilbert B. "Dickie" Taylor of Rocky Mount; sisters, Esther Young, Margie Anderson, and Janice Willey; and brother, B.H. Ellis, Jr.
Nancy grew up in Rocky Mount where she created a loving home for her family. She could often be found at Braswell Memorial Library as she was an avid reader. She loved all children and animals and found joy in crafting but her favorite was making wreaths and flower arrangements. For all those who knew her well, they would remember how much she enjoyed talking, laughing, and watching TV westerns.
Nancy leaves behind to cherish her memory, two daughters, Amy Taylor of Wilmington, and Robin Horne of Rocky Mount. She is also survived by three granddaughters, Erin McCoy, Sarah Horne, and April Horne; brother, Sidney Ellis; as well as her best friend, Rose Yopp; and her beloved dog, Sam.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, February 22, 2019 at 2:30 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Carlton Cockrell officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org/give or American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) www.aspca.org, or Lower Cape Fear Hospice www.lcfhospicefoundation3233.thankyou4caring.org.
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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Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
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Friday 2/22, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
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Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 2/22, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
NEW SVC DETAILS:
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, February 22, 2019 at 2:30 PM AM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Carlton Cockrell officiating.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Amy, my heart hurts for you and your family. The loss of your Mom creates a void that really can’t be filled. I will keep you in my thoughts as you find your way. Sending hugs and love your way.
Amy, Please know we love you. You are such a wonderful daughter, and a phenomenal caregiver to your Mom for years. She was such fun, and loved you immensely for all the love, happiness and comfort you gave her. ❤️ Tina and Mary
Dear Family, Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Nancy. May you be comforted beyond measure as you reflect on the solid promise of a resurrection for all who have died. (John 528-29) Almighty God cannot lie, his promises are our guarantee and will soon become our reality. (Titus 12) JW.ORG
Erin, I am so sorry to hear of your Grandma’s passing away. I know she will be missed by all her family. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days. Love you, Janice Dickens
Dear Amy and Family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your precious Mother. She will be missed by all of us. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you, Derrill & Elfie
My condolences to the family of Nancy Taylor. She was a friendly person and always had a smile on her face when she came to the Braswell library where I worked. She was my friend. God bless the family!
Robin, I am sorry to read of your mother’s passing.
To the family we want to extend our sincere condolences to your family for your loss death is our enemy and it comes uninvited and leave those behind to grieve the loss of their loved one however the Bible gives us hope for our loved ones acts 2415 says there will be a resurrection of the righteous and unrighteous and at revelation 213,4 says that death pain and sickness will be no more what a wonderful time to look forward to I hope that your family will draw strength and comfort from Gods word the Bible pls visit our website at jw.org for more encouragement
Amy we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Robin. Nancy was always the most loving person. A mother to all. She will be missed.