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Obituary for Mary Jane Taylor (Colegrove)

Mary Jane Taylor, 77, of Shippensburg, passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at UPMC Pinnacle Health, Carlisle.

She was born October 15, 1941 in Baltimore, MD. Mary Jane was a daughter of the late Max and Anna Belle Loveland Colegrove.

Mary Jane retired as the Director of the Rowland Laboratory School at Shippensburg University. She was a member of Middle Spring Presbyterian Church, Shippensburg, and was actively serving as a Ruling Elder. Mary Jane was a member of the Shippensburg Civic Club and was on the Board of Directors at Katie’s Place. She was a member of the International Association of Laboratory Schools.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert D. Taylor, Sr. who passed away October 29, 2014. One grandson, Mark Heinz and one brother, James Colegrove are also deceased.

Mary Jane is survived by four children, Pam Heinz of Carpintera, CA , Kathryn (Doug) Wilburne of Shippensburg, Robert (Kathy) Taylor, Jr. of Houghton Lake, MI and Patrick (Kim) Taylor of Shippensburg; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Richard Colegrove of Mansfield, and John Colegrove of NC; and a number of nieces and nephews.

A viewing will be held Monday, November 12, 2018, from 6-8 p.m. in the Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Shippensburg. Burial will be held in the Middle Spring Cemetery on Tuesday at 10 a.m., followed by a visitation that will take place in the Middle Spring Presbyterian Church until the start of the Memorial Service at 11:30 a.m. Officiating will be The Rev. Kimberley Wadlington.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Middle Spring Presbyterian Church, 135 Middle Spring Rd., Shippensburg, PA 17257 or the Jane Goss Field Hockey Scholarship Fund, Shippensburg University Foundation at S.U. Shippensburg, PA 17257.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.fogelsanger-brickerfuneralhome.com.

First Visitation

When Monday, November 12th, 2018 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location

Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc.

Address

112 West King Street

Shippensburg, PA 17257

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Main entrance is off of King St. Rear entrance is off of Fayette St.

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Second Visitation

When Tuesday, November 13th, 2018 10:30am - 11:30am

Location

Middle Spring Presbyterian Church

Address

135 Middle Spring Road

Shippensburg, PA 17257

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When

Tuesday, November 13th, 2018 11:30am

Officiating

Rev. Kimberley D. Wadlington

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Middle Spring Presbyterian Church

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135 Middle Spring Road

Shippensburg, PA 17257

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Middle Spring Cemetery

Address

135 Middle Spring Road

Shippensburg, PA 17257

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Presbyterian Church
Shippensburg University

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Mary Jane Taylor was an inspiration, a friend, and a mentor in every way. Serving with her for many years on the International Association of Laboratory Schools Board of Directors gave me insights into the principled and unfailingly kind way she lived her life. And in everything she said and did her love of family shone through. Her embrace of friends was remarkable. She arrived at every conference and meeting so fully prepared to contribute, not just her wisdom and hard work, which were so very much appreciated, but also her characteristic warm smile, big hugs, and an unending supply of snacks for everyone. She will be so deeply missed by so many. Sending condolences to all and treasuring my gratitude for Mary Jane.

Elizabeth Morley - Tuesday November 13, 2018 via Condolence Message

Mary Jane Talyor was such an amazing woman, she was an important part of all of our lives especially during our teenage years and then into adulthood. We looked up to her, admired her, enjoyed her baking, and respected her so much. Our thoughts are with the entire family during this very difficult loss.

Y2K girls Kristen, Heidi, Tracey, and Rachel - Monday November 12, 2018 via Donation

To: Middle Spring Presbyterian Church

To the family of Ms. Mary Jane Taylor:

I would like to express my condolences to you for the loss of your mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother. It seems so unfair that death should have the power to take away someone you love. But the Bible holds out a hope that a reunion with your loved one is possible in the near future, right here on earth under peaceful, righteous conditions. The Bible promises at Acts 24:15 that there is going to be resurrection of those who have died. And Jesus promised at John 5:28,29 that the time is coming when millions now dead in their graves will live again. And Psalm 37:29 states that there are some who will possess the earth and live on it forever. We can have confidence in these promises, because there is no doubt that Jehovah God and his Son, Jesus, are both willing and able to fulfill them.

F. Smith - Monday November 12, 2018 via Condolence Message

We are grieving the loss of a loyal friend of our schools in Puerto Rico. Mary Jane modeled the best practices in education, but also in humanity. She was a Master Teacher and educator. We send a warm hug to family and friends. Mary Jane will always be remembered as a wonderful and caring human being.

University of Puerto Rico Lab Schools - Sunday November 11, 2018 via Condolence Message

Mary Jane will always remain in my memory as a beautiful, compassionate,loving person.Her love for her family was far reaching...have such vivid memories of great times spent with our cousins at the "Colegrove household".
With Love and sympathy to Dick and John and family.

Barb Day Rosencrans - Sunday November 11, 2018 via Memorial Candle

Mary Jane was such a lovely and caring person. We were cousins and as often, became closer later in life. I enjoyed our visits and phone calls very much. She is missed and we can be comforted knowing she is in a much better place. My love and prayers are sent to her family.

Mary Kay (Colgrove) Jennings - Saturday November 10, 2018 via Memorial Candle

Pat, Kim, Collin and Austin, we are thinking of you and the rest of your family. Words are not adequate to express how we feel, but the anonymous quote "To teach is to touch a life forever" helps. Our lives have all been touched by her grace, her smile, her warmth, and most of all her kind, loving, and unwavering support for all of our community and especially the families of GBLUES.

The Cornell Family - Friday November 09, 2018 via Memorial Candle

Peace and comfort to those who loved Mary Jane and to all who were blessed by her kind, generous spirit.

Shippensburg Community Resource Coalition - Friday November 09, 2018 via Condolence Message

From the first moment I met this wonderful lady, I knew I had a lifelong friend. She made you feel like you were the most important person on this earth. She could move mountains when she put her mind to it. I called her friend. I am forever changed and blessed to have known her.

Lisa Cline - Friday November 09, 2018 via Condolence Message

Can't imagine this life without you in it. You made everything nicer, sweeter and special.

Lisa Cline - Friday November 09, 2018 via Memorial Candle

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