Margaret Lynn (Easterling) Taylor's Obituary
Margaret Lynn Taylor (Easterling), 46-years-young, of Lake County, Florida, went home to heaven on August 14, 2015, at Cornerstone Hospice in Tavares. After her valiant fight with Cancer for over two years, God called her home. Her strong will to live, faith in God, and the love and prayers of family, friends, and many supporters, especially her own mother, carried her through months of grueling radiation & chemotherapy. Yet even throughout her own struggle with Cancer, she loved caring for and spending time with her family & friends, especially her grandchildren.
Margaret was a truth talkin, prayer givin, boot wearin, straight shootin, bible toten, Jesus lovin country girl, through and through. Known for her ease in frequent conversation with even total strangers, some may be surprised to learn of the shyness of her youth. Yet even as a child, she possessed a contagious smile and an entertaining sense of humor. Throughout her life she maintained her strong and simple demeanor that won the trust and hearts of many. Her signature gift of determination and joy, shown through her constant smiling, laughter, and joking around, will never be forgotten.
Margaret was a strong willed mother to her 6 beautiful children, she proved time and time again, no matter what obstacles got in her way, she was going to make it. She was a single mother for most of her children’s lives. She gave up so much for her children, always striving to provide their every need. She could be tough but she also had a soft spot. She absolutely loved caring for her grandbabies and spending whatever time she could with them and her family. She adored animals, she had horses and dogs, even squirrels, and potbelly pigs. She enjoyed being in the woods and outdoors, and absolutely loved music.
Margaret was born on January 10, 1969 in Collins, Mississippi to Russell and Oma Lee Easterling. Margaret is survived by her momma, Oma lee Boyd, her children, Kristen Burger and husband Jonathan Burger, Keith Stumbaugh and Melissa McNeely, Jackie Stumbaugh and Benny Evans, Brian Round and Merissa Dick, Ronald “Brody” Round and Chancey Mullins, and Jessica Chapman – respectively. She was a grandmother to 6; Matthew, Hannah, Brian “Junior”, Christopher, Harlee Fae, Maci Lynn, and two additional on the way. The youngest of 4 beautiful children, Margaret is also survived by her sisters –Patty Welch and Nancy Lack, and brother, Rusty Easterling– whom still live with their spouses – Doug, Steve, and Mary Donna, respectively – in different areas of Margaret’s home state of Mississippi.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at First Baptist Church, Tavares, led by Pastor Justin Burger, located at 124 N. Joanna Ave., Tavares, Florida 32778, on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at 2:00 pm.
The family is deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support in many heart-felt forms from too many people to name individually, but including: Hospice – the amazing Tavares team, family and friends – either through prayer and/or visits, and random acts of kindness from others.
This is the Obituary written by yours truly, Kristen Burger, in honor of “our” momma. It is my tribute to her memory, which will be carried on in the legacy of love which is now each of us – the lives she formed and touched by her love. We will see you again in Heaven one day Momma!
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be sent to; Cornerstone Hospice Tavares, 2445 Lane Park Rd, Tavares, FL 32778, (352) 343-1341
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