Margaret Ann Taylor Richards Obituary in Sylvester at Shipps Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Margaret Ann Taylor Richards

The funeral services for the late Mrs. Margaret Ann Taylor Richards, who departed this life on Thursday, November 7, 2024, will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. from the Shipp's Funeral Home Chapel, 501 W. Willingham St., Sylvester, Georgia. At the request of the family the remains will be cremated after the services. Services may be viewed Facebook Live from the Shipp's Funeral Home Facebook page or by clicking the Video Stream link on this site's Home Page.

“A Flower Is Gone, But The Fragrance Lingers On.”

Sister Margaret Ann Taylor Richards was born on February 3, 1955 in Ashburn, GA to the late Mr. Willis Taylor, Sr. and the late Mrs. Leona Hooks Taylor. She was the “Knee Baby” of eight children and the “Baby Girl”.

Margaret was raised in Turner County by her parents along with her seven siblings. She was an active child and loved to dress up her dolls and the popular “paper dolls” as a small child. As she matured into a young lady, dressing up was something that Margaret continued to do throughout her life.

Margaret was a 1972 graduate of Turner County High School in Ashburn, GA. She also attended Albany State College (University) in Albany, GA.

Margaret was presently employed with the Charleston County School System in Charleston, SC. She truly loved her job.

Margaret moved to Columbus, GA. It was in 1974 while living in Columbus that Margaret was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. In the 1980’s, she pioneered in service. Margaret moved to Charleston, SC where she served faithfully in the Charleston Congregation until her demise on November 7, 2024. She was an avid Bible student and was diligent in her commitment as a Jehovah’s Witnesses. She was not hesitant in professing her love for Jehovah, because she knew He unconditionally loved her.

Our Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin, Family Friend and Classmate slipped away peacefully early Thursday morning, November 7, 2024 at Harbor Grace Hospice in Atlanta, GA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willis Taylor, Sr.; her sisters, Ms. Bettye Taylor, Ms. Alma Louise Hillmon; her nephew, Jeromie Hillmon; and her maternal and paternal grandparents.

Margaret leaves to mourn her passing a devoted and caring son, Damarcus Richards of Atlanta, GA; two loving granddaughters, Taylor Richards of Valdosta, GA, Samara Richards, Atlanta, GA; one grandson, Thomas Eristu Tadesse; sisters, Mrs. Thelma J. Middleton of Charleston, SC, Ms. Mary Taylor of Ashburn, GA, Mrs. Gwendolyn T. (Carlton) Floyd of Newburgh, NY; brothers, Retired Army Captain Willis “Bill” Taylor II, of Dacula, GA, Mr. Timothy Taylor of Charleston, SC; uncles and aunts, Saul Hooks of Newburgh, NY, Lula Hanshaw, Renzy Hanshaw, both of Orlando, FL; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many sorrowing friends. We all loved her dearly.

Please join us in continuing our faith in God Jehovah and prayer, as we pray for strength and endurance during our loss.

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My Condolences to the Taylor Family. Sending love and hugs. God Bless.

To Margaret's family, my deepest sympathy. I miss her beautiful, warm, smile and personality. She loved Jehovah God and helped others to come to know and serve him. I look forward to seeing her in the promised, future, earthly paradise. From Virginia Smith, Columbus, Georgia.

May God grant her eternal life and give peace and consolation to all who loved and knew her🕊️
Elva Bright-Kemp & Sharon Bright-Kidd

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved cousin Margaret. Our grandfather, Saul Hooks, and her grandfather, Willie Hook,Sr. were brothers so we saw her and her family every year in Cobb Georgia when we visited from Savannah Georgia. She was so kind and loving and she will truly be missed! May God grant her eternal life and give peace and consolation to all who loved and knew her 🕊️ Elva Bright-Kemp & Sharon Bright-Kidd

Our dear Sister, we are so grateful that Jehovah allowed us to share our lives with you. We love you very much. See you soon... Waymon & Janet Huling

Our love and Condolences from the Wheeler Family.

We will be missed Auntie Margret! Give grandma and Aunt Betty a kiss and a hug from me

My condolences to the family. Praying for God's strength and comfort during this time of bereavement. May Mrs Margaret spirit live on in life of every family member.🙏🏾🕊️

Margaret will be missed by those of us in Charleston congregation who got to know her. She always had a smile and always looked lovely. Thinking of her son and family during this sad time . Marilyn & Jerry Colvin

Margaret will always be in my heart and I will remember the joy and laughter we shared.
Love your cousin, Sharon Taylor Wilson

RIP classmate. Class of 1972

Condolences to the family of Margaret Taylor from the Rainey family. I pray GOD receive your soul into HIS kingdom. R I P

Our condolences to the family of Margaret Taylor Richards as we continue in prayer for you all! Classmate. Wallace Edge, Jr. and Family

Praise God for a life well lived and love shared to family and friends. Rest in power. - The Herring Family

Auntie it's hard to think that you're gone physically! But you will always remain in our hearts and you will be missed as you were always loved. Love your niece, Carla and Kyla Sister Gwen And Brother- in -Law Carlton Nephew Ronald and his wife Vicki

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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