J.E. Washington Funeral Services, Inc. - Youngstown

Obituary For Mrs. Karen Jean Bunn Taylor

YOUNGSTOWN A homegoing celebration in honor of Mrs. Karen Jean Bunn-Taylor will be held Wednesday June 2, 2021 at 11am at New Vision New Day Ministry, 1970 Everett Ave in Youngstown OH. Mrs. Taylor, 68 of Youngstown, Ohio entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 22, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Hospital surrounded by her loving family. “Mother Karen”, as she was affectionately called, was born February 26, 1953 in Little Rock, Arkansas, the daughter of Alonza and Loretta Carter. Karen attended South High School, in Youngstown, Ohio. She was employed as a cook at Daybreak Youth Crisis Center until her retirement. She had been employed with Southside Hospital, Northside Hospital, Beeghly Hospital and Akron Children’s Hospital in housekeeping. Karen accepted the Lord as her personal savior, and was a born-again believer in Jesus Christ. She loved sharing her faith with everyone she met, and often testified of the life she lived before she accepted Christ and the wonderful difference she experienced in now living for Him. Mother Karen was a member of Generations Life Center, under the pastorate of Pastors Hernan and Jessica Rosario, formerly called Ebenezer Church of God In Christ, under the pastorate of Apostle Ernest L. Walker, III. She served in the local church as an Usher, and on the Mothers’ Board. She loved working in the church and enjoyed helping others. Karen could be found every Christmas season volunteering as a Bell-Ringer for the Salvation Army, and often shared the stories of the people she encountered and how God allowed her to be an encouragement to many. Mother Karen loved studying her Bible and spending time in prayer for her family and loved ones. She was a loving caring person who loved God, and spent her time being a blessing to everyone she encountered. Her greatest love was her children, grandchildren and spending time with family. Truly a Woman of God who will be deeply missed. She leaves to cherish her memory and continue her legacy her children, Lamont Bunn (Tracey Stone), Usonda Bunn, Louis Taylor, Isaac Taylor, Sierra Taylor, all of Youngstown; Children in Love, Elder George (Kristy) Green of Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, Pastor Hernan (Pastor Jessica) Rosario, Caprice (Bobby) Green both of Youngstown; her siblings, Carlette (Al) Pickard, Larry (Cora “Vern”) Carter, all of Youngstown; 15 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and dear friends. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 10-11am at the church.

Interment will be in Tod Homestead Cemetery

Guest Book

Ms Karen stayed 2 doors down from me we worked together for salvation army kettle. Ms Karen was a mother to me in christ. she took me around few places I will miss her 😢 but she'll always be in my heart ❤.

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I worked with Karen at Daybreak, and I shop at the Sparkle Market where she did her Red. Ross work. Because I am at the store frequently, Karen and I talked several times a week during Christmas season. She told me that she thought 2020 would be her last Red Kettle Christmas season. So sorry to see that she was right. I will miss her! My deep condolences to her family. She was much loved and appreciated.

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Until now, I didn't know her name, but I recognized her face. She sang beautifully at Sparkle Market every Christmas and her smiling face lifted your spirits. She touched more hearts than she will ever know.

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The staff and residents of Tandy Apartments send prayers and comfort to the family. We are going to miss Karen so much. May God wrap his loving arms around you all.Rest with God Karen.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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