In loving memory of

Winifred Mary Taylor
May 27, 1924 - December 31, 2009

Winifred Mary Wyni Barker Taylor, 85, of Forest Farms Assisted Living, Middletown, formerly of 16 High Street, Middletown, passed away at Newport Hospital on Thursday, December 31, 2009.She was the wife of the late Lt. Col. Robert C. Taylor, USMC Ret..Born in Middletown, RI on May 27, 1924, Winifred was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Winifred Staunton Barker.The eldest of seven children, she was raised at 39 Clarke Street in Newport where she graduated from St. Josephs High School in 1941. On March 1, 1944, she and Robert were married in Newport. Following World War II, they lived on Aquidneck Island until 1962 when they moved to Bridgeton, Maine. In 1969, Mr. and Mrs. Taylor moved to Lebanon, CT and returned to Aquidneck Island in 1986 for retirement. A lifetime Republican, Mrs. Taylor was a former member of the Middletown Republican Committee and a member of the Newport Mosaic Club.She is survived by four sons, Robert C. Taylor, Jr. of York Harbor, ME, John B. Taylor of Bristol, CT, James M. Taylor of East Hartford, CT, and Brian A. Taylor of Sterling, VA; one daughter, Colleen A. Sieber of North Attleboro, MA; a sister, Beverly Zakrajsek of Newport, RI; a brother, Benjamin Barker, Jr. of Raynham, MA; ten grandchildren, Jennifer Taylor, Rachel Lavigne, Arria Brown, Sean Taylor, Christine Taylor, Kelly Taylor, Sarah Sieber, Brian Sieber, Elizabeth Sieber and Kate Sieber; 4 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Richard, Howard, Walter and Robert BarkerHer funeral will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 9 am from the Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am in St. Joseph Church, Broadway and Mann Avenue, Newport. Burial will follow in Middletown Cemetery in Middletown.Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 8, 2010 from 4-7 pm in the funeral home.In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Newport Mosaic Club Scholarship Fund, c/o Beverly Ferris, 52 Hall Avenue, Newport, RI 02840.

Tributes

Elaine Taylor - November 23, 2.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"The best mother-in-law I could have ever hoped for....your humor and love of family will always be with us...always."

Susan Ehret - January 08, 2010.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"Bev & Family, Deepest Sympathy and condolences to you and Winnie's family. Susan Ehret & Pat Candeloro"

Hoff Family - January 06, 2010.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"Colleen and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Hoff Family"

Rebecca Welch - January 06, 20.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"Jim - Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. Rich, Rebecca, Sydney and Timmy"

James Taylor - January 06, 201.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"Thanks Mom for everything. Newport will never be the same.Love,Jim"

LaDene Mattson - January 05, 2.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"A visit with the "eastern family" was always fun while growing up. Aunt Win always wanted some sugar, and she loved having the children around. I'll always remember the silliness, the laughs, and the warm hearted hospitality. She will be missed. I'm thinking of you, cousins, and sending my love."

Dorotha Taylor - January 05, 2.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"I will always remember the trip we shared in our motorhome when you were out here. You were a breath of sunshine and we love your family, they are special to Don and Ilament"

Una Carroll Baker - January 05.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"Our deepest condolences. May you find peace and love in the memories you cherish. all our love, Una, Ryan and Jack"

Dr. & Mrs. Arvid Sieber - Janu.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother. We will miss her!"

Kathleen Mullen and Family - J.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"I have some wonderful memories that will be with me forever of Winifred and family trips to Newport to visit our cousins and attend the greatest family reunions over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Lots of love and God Bless."

John Taylor - January 05, 2010.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"Miss you Mom!! Jack"

Deb Daley - January 04, 2010 a.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"There are no words that can ease your loss, just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Deb."

Traci & Todd Hastings - Januar.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"We're so sorry for your loss. We didn't know her but we know she has an absolutely wonderful family and we're thinking of you all."

Beverly - January 04, 2010 at .. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"I will miss you very much"

Jacqueline Tassone Noyes - Jan.. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I didnt know your mom but I do know she must have been very proud of her daughter and her wonderful family! Please let us know if there is anything we can do. Love, Jackie, Steve and kids"

Pam Bill and family - January .. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"Rest in Peace Winifred. You live on in your beautiful family."

Colleen - January 04, 2010 at .. wrote on Dec 31, 2009:

"I miss you mom!"