of Batesville, AR
May 7, 1921 - May 31, 2019
Rachel Marie Sauvageau Taylor, 98, of Batesville died Friday, May 31, 2019.
She was born Saturday, May 7, 1921 in Hull, Quebec, Canada to Joseph Donat and Jeanette (Ducharme) Sauvageau. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Dr. Charles Albert Taylor. They resided together in Batesville, AR, from 1948 until his death in 2014.
Rachel was a retired Registered Nurse, having served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army Nurse Corps during WW2. She graduated from St. Joseph's Catholic Hospital Nursing School of Detroit, MI, in 1943 and was employed as a maternity nurse at Mount Carmel Hospital in that city where she met her ''Charles A'' when he served a medical internship there in 1944. She worked alongside him in his medical office for many years in Mammoth Springs and Batesville. She was appointed the first official school nurse of the Batesville Public Schools in 1968, a position she held until her retirement in 1983.
She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and its predecessor, Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church, since 1948, where she sang in the choir and was a children's Sunday School teacher and lay sacristan for many years.
She was a volunteer with the St. Mary's Auxiliary, Help and Hope, and Family Violence Prevention.
During her life she enjoyed ice skating, roller skating, dancing and horseback riding, especially trail rides along the Poke Bayou. She was the captain of the ski boat Beau Geste, and felt it her obligation to teach every young person in Batesville to water ski. She loved football, especially the Batesville Pioneers, the UofA Razorbacks, the Detroit Lions, and any team whose quarterback was a Manning.
She is survived by her son, David R. Taylor M.D. and his wife, Bonnie J. Atterbury Taylor M.D. of Fayetteville, Arkansas; a grandson, D. Matthew Taylor of Fayetteville; a granddaughter, Amy C. Taylor M.D. of Little Rock; and several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are Red Schultz, Tom Zurkowski, Lester Myers, Chris Black, Tony Gunderman, and Bob Carius.
Her family wishes to thank the many people whose care and love made her final years love-filled and comfortable, but especially Mary Blanchet, her communicant and ever faithful connection to her church family, as well as the wonderful staff and residents at Eagle Mountain Assisted Living, her home since 2012.
Funeral services will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church on Wednesday, June 5, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Stephen Gadberry officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 4 at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Family Violence Prevention, 360 W. Main Street, Batesville, AR 72501 and the Arkansas Sheriff's Youth Ranches Inc., PO Box 3964, Batesville, AR 72503-9989.
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18 Condolence(s)
The Family of Robert Ford, Jr
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Dear David and Bonnie,
On behalf of my father, Robert Ford, my brother, Ronald Ford and myself, Rebecca Ford Doster, we extend to you our deepest sympathy on the recent passing of your mother, Rachel. Dad cherished his friendship with both your dad and mother and Ron and I remember so fondly your mom. What a terrific lady who could light up a room! She was loved and respected greatly and she will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Robert Ford, Ronald Ford and Rebecca Ford Doster
John Loseman Jr.
Monday, June 10, 2019
David,
So sorry to hear about your mother, I have been out of town and only found out about it today.
I have a lot of fond memories of her,both when I was growing up, and later as an adult.
It was an honor to have known her.
Sherry Thompson Everett
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
David, Your Mother was an exceptional woman. I am sorry for your loss and your family will have continued prayers.
Janet Tosh
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Dr. Taylor. I am sooo sorry for your loss.
Sonny and Kitty Wilson
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
David,
We are so very sorry to hear of Mrs Rachel’s passing.
I was scared to death of her in elementary school as our nurse! But came to love her as I grew older!
She loved her family and was extremely proud of her grandchildren. Our prayers are with your family now.
Mrs Rachel is home with her Dr.
Flora Carey, Kathy, kim
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
David Matt Bonnie. Amy, sorry about Rachel she was a super lady, I enjoyed working with her at the north ark clinic, we kept in touch over the years, even after dr,Charles died,god bless all of you, rip
Janie Smith Starnes
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Mrs. Taylor was our school nurse. I have such fond memories of my interactions with her through the years. She will be missed.
Nancy Jayroe
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
So sorry to hear of the passing of my PRECIOUS Friend Ms. Rachel. She brought so much joy to my life. It was my HONOR to care for her and Dr. Charles. I rew to love them quickly. She will be GREATLY missed. Dr. David my love and Prayers are with you and the rest of the family in the days AHEAD. I know how hard it is to be without your parents. With much love, Nancy Jayroe
Oscar Jones
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
She was a fine lady and lived a long, full life. She will be missed. Condolences to the family ðŸ™ðŸ¼
Glenn Edwards and family,
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY ðŸ™â¤ï¸ðŸ™â¤ï¸.
STEVE COOP
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
David, she was such an inspiring person. Her positive impact has remained with me my entire life. I know you are very proud of her.
Teresa Baker
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
She will always be remembered to me as the best school nurse ever. She was so full of knowledge.
Loved talking with her always!!
Never forgotten.....
Heaven received a great Angel.
Jennifer Hidy
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
So very said to hear of Mrs. Rachel's passing. I started school in Batesville in 1970 and she is very much a part childhood memories! Love and prayers to her family!
Laura Morris
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Mrs. Taylor was the school nurse when I attended West Elementary School. I'm blessed to have known her. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
In Christ,
Mark & Laura Morris
Deborah Cockrill
Monday, June 3, 2019
Many prayers to the family, so proud to have gotten to know her the last couple years. She was quite a lady.
Gina Robertson
Monday, June 3, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Rachel's passing. She was a great person and a great nurse.
Betty Burge Cockrill
Monday, June 3, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Dr. David you had great parents and it was a privilege working in the same building with them.
Carolyn Matheny Wammack
Monday, June 3, 2019
The family of Rachel Taylor is in my prayers.