FRANKLIN — Carol V. Taylor of South Street, Franklin, transitioned from her earthly life to claim her eternal rest and peace on Aug. 26, 2019.

The Isle of Wight County native was born on Oct. 1, 1929, to Purdy and Mary Taylor.

For many years, Carol resided in New Jersey and was employed as a clerk with Macy’s Department Store for 20 years. She attended Ebenezer Baptist Church while she lived in New Jersey.

After her retirement in early 2000, she relocated to her hometown and renewed her relationship with Piney Grove Baptist Church where she served on the Senior Usher Ministry, Willing Workers and Missionary Circle.

She is survived by one daughter, Gwen V. Blue (Lionel); grandchildren, Dr. Arthur Vaughan Jr. and Adrian Lateef Vaughan; three great-grandchildren; and many other loving relatives.

The celebration of life will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 1, in Piney Grove Baptist Church, 1071 Carrsville Highway, with the pastor, the Rev. Alfred D. Brown Sr., delivering the eulogy. The committal and benediction will be held at Southview Cemetery.

The service with dignity will be conducted by Wm. M. Johnson & Sons Funeral Home Inc., 224 S. Main St.

Please share your condolences with the family at wmjohnsonandsons.com.