Marilyn M. Taylor

Marilyn M. Taylor passed away on October 2, 2024, surrounded by loved ones in her home.

Marilyn was the first of four children born to John and Laura Kosanke Wulf on December 10, 1927, in Kouts, Indiana. She was raised and educated in both Kouts, Indiana and Battle Creek, Michigan. Marilyn graduated from The Henry Ford Hospital School of Nursing in Detroit, Michigan, and went on to work as a Registered Nurse in Community Health. She later retired as the Director of the Visiting Nurse Association in Lancaster, PA in 1988. 

Marilyn’s strong faith was visible to all. Alongside her husband, Marilyn served and volunteered in many capacities at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Laborers for Christ, and served on the Board of the United Way of Lancaster, PA and as Resident Council for the Board of Directors at Brethren Village Retirement Community. Marilyn was a good neighbor and friend to all, full of wisdom, imparting advice and support. Marilyn especially loved attending activities to cheer on her grandchildren and great grandchildren and was an avid fan of her UNC Tarheels and Detroit Tigers.

In addition to her parents, Marilyn was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Charles P. “Chuck” Taylor, as well as her sister, Lois Wulf, and her brother John Wulf. 

Her legacy continues through her four children, Kate Queen (Joe Sam) of Waynesville, NC, Mark Taylor (Debra) of Millersville, PA, Lori Porreca (Dan) of Landisville, PA and Tom Taylor (Lori) of Lancaster, PA. Marilyn is also survived by her sister, Carol Oberly, of Northfield, MI.  She will be missed by 10 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and many dear nieces and nephews.

A memorial service is planned for October 12, 2024, in the Chapel of Brethren Village, 3001 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA at 11:00 a.m. The family will greet attendees following the service.  To view the service virtually, please click the following link:  https://my.gather.app/remember/marilyn-taylor-2024 

 In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in honor of Marilyn should be directed to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601 or Dayspring Christian Academy, 120 College Avenue, Mountville, PA 17554.