BettyJean Taylor Obituary (1945

BettyJean 'BJ' (Sheldon) Taylor 69, of Zillah, Washington, loving mother, wife, sister, a good friend to all, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2014 at Yakima Regional Medical Center with family by her side. Betty was born on June 18, 1945 at Nyack Hospital in Nyack, New York and grew up in Congers, New York, the daughter of Fredrick and Alma (Leach) Sheldon. Betty later graduated from Clarkstown High School in New City, New York, where she actively participated in many school and church activities. Betty was well known for her sense of humor and was friendly to all. On July 25, 1965 Betty married long time friend Robert Taylor in Wyckoff, New Jersey. They spent their honeymoon driving from New York to Fort Hood, Texas where Robert was stationed with the US Army. After Robert's military career was over, they moved back to New York for a short period of time. In 1968 they moved to Oregon. In 1976 they decided to make their home in Zillah, Washington where Betty was extremely active in the community. BJ was very proud to have worked for Ace Hardware Distribution Center and Michelsen Packaging Company for many years. Betty will be fondly remembered by her loving family and many friends. She loved family and family get togethers and 'The King of Rock & Roll' Elvis. Betty is survived by her husband of 49 years Robert (Bob) Taylor, daughters Donna (Charles) Seltz of Tri Cities and Christie (Roger) Fraser of Zillah. Brother Rev. William (Dee) Sheldon. Seven grandchildren; Eddie, Stefan, Lewis, Natasha, Dalayna, Ryan and Courtney, two great grandchildren; Landyn and Elise also nieces Debbie and Kate and nephews Rod and Michael. Betty is preceded in death by her parents Fred and Alma Sheldon, one son Baby Taylor and nephew Ian Sheldon. Betty's Family is planning a Celebration of Life at a later date.