Joyce Taylor

Joyce Ann Taylor, was born April 18th 1953 in Hayward Ca. to Evelyn and Gailord Turpin. She grew up in Hayward Ca. She moved to Baker city in 1968. Where she met and married the love of her life, Bobby in July of 1972.  They lived in Baker and surrounding areas until 1983, when they moved away to Salem Or, then to Colorado, then to Waldport Or in 1987 and lived there for many years where she worked as a general store clerk for 20 years and then a grocery store clerk for a short time before retiring to Baker City in 2017

She left us on April 23, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband Bobby Taylor, her daughter Annie Underwood, her son-in-law Robert Underwood, her sisters Janice Hansen, and Jeanette Elliott. Her grandchildren, Shelly Young, Brandon Underwood and William Underwood, her great-grandchildren Paige, Faye, Remington, Ava, Penelope, Annie G, Parker, Lacey, Spencer, Theo and Addison. As well as many nieces and nephews.

If there was one word to describe Joyce, it would be joyful. She was full of joy, and she freely spread it with love to everyone she knew and cared about. She loved little things like twinkling lights, bright colors, gadgets, and John Wayne memorabilia. But mostly, she loved spending time with family, especially her grandbabies and great-grandbabies. Her favorite people called her Gam. At any gathering, she could almost always be found where the kids were, crafting with them or handing out goodies, and often turning the homemade ice cream she made as a special treat when faraway family was visiting. She was every kid's favorite, with endless patience, a caring heart and strong shoulders for anyone who needed them, one of a kind barely begins to describe her. 

She loved fiercely with her whole heart and was loved by so many. 

Her loss is felt greatly among family and friends, but while we grieve, we will also remember her infectious laughter, and the joy and happiness she brought to our lives.

For those who would like to make a memorial donation in honor of Joyce the family suggests either he American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer's Association through Tami's Pine Valley Funeral Home & Cremation services.  Online condolences can be shared at www.tamispinevalleyfuneralhome.com