FARMINGTON – Valerie “Val” A. Taylor, 78, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on March 28, 1942 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her family and friends will remember her most as a loyal friend, a generous crafter, and a “hostest-with-the-mostest”. She recently made hundreds of COVID-19 masks, teddy bears, and quilts; and with a loving heart donated them to various charities. Her hobbies also included but were not limited to her flourishing flower and vegetable gardens. After her 30+ year retirement from the shoe industry, and before the onset of her disease, “Val” graciously donated many hours at Franklin Memorial Hospital in Farmington.
“Val” is sadly missed, and survived by her sister, Sabra (husband Neree) Simoneau; brother, George E. Taylor; son, Dana E. Taylor; and niece, DeJanine Stirling. Valerie is predeceased by her parents, Martha M. Taylor (1992) and George E. Taylor (1998).
A heartfelt thanks to “Val’s” special circle of friends for their love and support. “You are my sunshine…”
As an expression of sympathy, a memorial donation may be made to the charity of your choice.
There will be no service at this time. A Celebration of Life will take place in the spring. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 488 Farmington Falls Rd., Farmington, ME 04938.
Rest in Peace Dear Val.
I am saddened to read this, Valerie was a very thoughtful and generous lady. Val married my husband and I .
Rest In Peace Val.
RIP Val. You will always be in our hearts. Rest my Emblem Sister. Prayers for the family🙏🌹
My condolences to Val’s family. I took care of Martha years ago and I had many enjoyable conversations with Val when she volunteered at the hospital.
So sorry😪…..I work for Val at the shoe shop she was very special to me ❤ my thoughts are with you all,rest in peace Val🙏
Val was a very special lady, she will for ever be in our hearts. ❤️
From the shoe shop to the river, Val, you’ll always be remembered. Thank you for being “you”.
Condolences to Val’s family & friends.
another very familiar face at FMH missed. RIP Val.
Great friend and neighbor. I will miss you “Garden Lady”, fly high with the Angels. Prayers for her family.
Condolences to all Val’s Family.Worked allot of year with Val at Farmington Shoe.She was a very special Friend and such a sweet Lady.I am so glad I got to spend time with her last year when she was in Sandy River Rehab.While i was there to visit my Brother.I will miss her wonderful smile.Rest in piece my dear Friend.You will be so missed.
So sorry to read this. prayers for the family. She was a nice person. Enjoyed working with her.
So very sorry to hear of Val’s passing. She was a very special lady…rest in peace, Val.
R.I.P. Val you will be missed.
My heart felt condolence to Val’s family. Heaven has truly gained another angel.
A beautiful lady inside & out. RIP sweet lady, you will be missed.
Will miss your sweet smile, and working with you in the mill. A dear lady indeed.
Rest In Peace, Valerie. I will miss your smile.
My sympathy and warm wishes to your family.