Rosemary Eloise

Taylor

Rosemary Eloise Taylor was born on October 14, 1951, in Richmond, Virginia, to the late George Taylor Jr. and Clara P. Taylor. Surrounded by her loving family and friends during her final days, Rosemary peacefully transitioned on Sunday, July 6, 2025.

She received her early education through Richmond Public Schools and graduated from Armstrong High School in 1969. She then went on to further her education at Virginia State University in Petersburg Va, proudly becoming a Trojan.

In 1974, Rosemary began her career as a supervisor in the Planning Department at City Hall in Richmond, Virginia. She later became a dedicated employee of the United States Postal Service, where she worked faithfully for ten years before retiring on July 16, 1988.

Rosemary enjoyed the simple pleasures of life—fishing, traveling, visiting the beach, and spending time with her family. She had a passion for genealogy and loved uncovering long-lost relatives and learning about her family's history. In her leisure time, she could often be found at her computer playing online games. Later in life, she pursued her interest in the legal field by enrolling in online classes at Strayer University to become a paralegal. As a devoted sports fan, she proudly cheered for the Green Bay Packers.

She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories with her children: daughter Angela Elaine Taylor and son Matthew Christian Taylor; one granddaughter, Brittany Mone't Taylor; and one great-granddaughter, McKinley Alyse Taylor.

She is also survived by her sister, Denise Taylor Hutchinson (Crawford), and her brother, George Taylor III. (Lillie); four nieces: Pamela Renei Taylor, Tainika Taylor Townes (Andre), Ramona Clarisse Vaughn, Taundelaya Taylor Hutchinson; and a host of great-nieces and great-nephews: Adayah Key, Mekielle Vaughn, Salimah Vaughn, Naiiyah Vaughn, Amir Vaughn,  Taji Townes, and Andre Townes II.

Rosemary will also be lovingly remembered by her devoted childhood friend, Daytonetta Mayo, along with a host of extended family and friends.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held Monday, July 14 from 10 a.m. until 7p.m.Funeral services will be held 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 15 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Interment private.