Berdena Taylor

Taylor - Mrs. Berdena Ethelwyn Taylor, born November 7, 1923, went to her eternal reward April 30, 2017, at age 93. She was a godly wife, mother, and grandmother, an inspiration and blessing to all who knew her. Her love, compassion, generosity, and prayers touched many lives. Surviving are her children, Barbara Groenhout, John Richard (Nancy) Taylor, Mark (Sharon) Taylor; grandchildren, Tammy (Steve) Fischer, Eric Taylor, Christopher (Kristen) Groenhout, Chad Groenhout, John Mathew (Reve) Taylor, Jeremy (Monica) Taylor, Joshua (Brittany) Taylor, Sara (Steve) Beh, Scott (Darnisha) Taylor, Brandon Taylor; great grandchildren, Megan, Zachary, Alex, Jonathan, Ashley, Tyler, Noah, Jonah, Mia, Lindsey, Aubrey, Ariel, Isaac, Ainslie; sisters, Grace Starr, Audrey (Stan) Raymond, Bernice Strong; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Gladys (Petrie) Johnson; husband, John Merrit Taylor; son, Dwight Taylor; brother, Leland Johnson; sisters, Violet Walker, and Joyce Haist. Proverbs 31 best describes her life. (10) "Who can find a virtuous woman: for her price is far above rubies. (20) She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy. (26) She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. (28) Her children arise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. (30) Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain; but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised."(KJV). A memorial service will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday May 16 at Grand Rapids International Fellowship Church, 3765 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Grand Rapids. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Berdena E. Taylor please visit our Sympathy Store.