Virginia L. “Ginny” Taylor, 82, a longtime Nashua resident, widow of H. Dana Taylor, passed away Sunday morning, January 10, 2016 at St. Joseph Hospital after a brief illness.
Mrs. Taylor was born in Hudson on April 25, 1933, a daughter of the late Edward G. and Cora A. (Jelley) McLavey. Educated in Hudson schools, Ginny graduated from Alvirne High School as Salutatorian of her Class of 1950. She furthered her education at Keene State College where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education.
A longtime educator, Mrs. Taylor taught 1st Grade at Fairgrounds Elementary School in Nashua for the majority of her 35 year career until her retirement in 1991, when she started her full time job as the most amazing Mom to her girls and the best grandmother that her five grandchildren could ever imagine.
Ginny’s love of her family and spending summers together at Lake Sunapee were her greatest joy.
In addition to her parents, Ginny was predeceased by her husband Dana, who passed away in 1984. She loved, adored, and missed him everyday. She was also predeceased by her brother, John E. McLavey and her sister, Geraldine Dearborn.
Members of her family include her three daughters, one son-in-law, five grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Her oldest daughter Kimberly A. Jansen of South Carolina who she loved completely and unconditionally. Ginny always kept Kim close in heart despite the miles between them. Kristin Maffee, who shared not only a home with Ginny, but a connection beyond mother and daughter. They had a true friendship and bond that can never be broken or explained. Kendall Cailler, her youngest daughter, who shared not only her incredible sense of humor and her love for family, but also her home for the last year and a half, where her presence enabled Ginny to stay in the house that brought her such joy. Her son-in-law Norman Cailler, brought her great comfort and unlimited support. She admired, loved and trusted him with all her heart. Her five grandchildren include, Steven Maffee “her Zip” inherited her unique sense of humor and her endless courage. Donald “D” Maffee who inherited her incredible strong work ethic and her passion and love of Lake Sunapee. Michael Cailler, who inherited her quiet strength and her natural ability to comfort others. Laura Cailler, who inherited her graceful independence and her never ending devotion to family and friends. David Cailler, who inherited her brilliant mind and her fierce sense of loyalty.
Ginny’s family would like to thank everyone of her dear friends for being such an important part of her life. Your cards, phone calls, and visits provided her with hours of entertainment and cherished memories. She loved each and everyone of you. With great sadness and heavy hearts we say goodbye to our mom. Love you big, big.
Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Monday, January 18th from 4 to 7 p.m. Private interment will take place at a later date. Friends wishing to express their sympathy, may make donations in her memory to the Newbury Fire & Rescue Department, P.O. 373, 952 Route 103, Newbury, NH 03255 Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneral.com
