Elaine Taylor, age 84 of Holland, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at home, 6 days after her husband Burt passed away.
Burt and Elaine enjoyed 65 years of marriage together prior to Burt’s passing.
Burt was born in Cleveland, OH June 12, 1940 to Bert and Dorothy (Doty) Taylor. Burt was a veteran of the United States Air Force, and a longtime member of Parkside Bible Church in Holland. He was an avid bowler and golfer; and worked as a truck driver for many years for Holland Motor Express until his retirement.
Elaine was born in Holland, September 21, 1940 to Frank and Sadie (Rooze) Smith. She was a lifelong resident of the area and longtime member of Parkside Bible Church in Holland. Elaine worked in the accounting department for H.J. Heinz for over 30 years prior to retiring. She enjoyed bowling, crafts, knitting, and playing pinochle with friends.
They will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved them.
Burt and Elaine were preceded in death by 2 sons-in-law, Don Kimble and Rick Schultz.
They are survived by their children, Janice Kimble, Sandie Schultz, and Rick (Sally) Taylor; Grandchildren Daniel (Lindsey) Kimble, Lauren (Sam) Hoekstra, Rachel Schultz, Sarah Schultz, Kyle (Jena) Taylor, and Becky Taylor; Great grandchildren, Nora, Liam, Livia, Maxine, Callie, Elijah, and Lexi; many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
A combined memorial services to celebrate Burt and Elaine’s life will be 11:00am Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Parkside Bible Church, 14461 James St., Holland. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service on Tuesday at Parkside Church.
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