Mrs. Anita M. (Lagace) Taylor, of Taunton, died Tuesday, March 24 at the Golden Living Center, Attleboro, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of Kenneth Taylor. She was born 61 years ago in Taunton, the daughter of the late Roland A. and Theresa M.R. (Lambert) Lagace. She was educated in Taunton, was a graduate of Newbury College, and had been a lifelong city resident. Anita was formerly employed as an Administrative Assistant at the Paul A. Dever State School for a number of years. She had a deep love for her family, and enjoyed spending time caring for her extended family of pets. She made every holiday extra special for everyone around her, and her thoughtfulness was always felt. Aside from spending time with her family, Anita loved music, gardening, cooking, and decorating. She had a special way of making everything a little more beautiful. She will be deeply missed by all who had known her, and will always be remembered for the love she had shown her family. She was a communicant of St. Jude the Apostle Parish in Taunton.
In addition to her husband, she leaves: 1 daughter: Renee Taylor and her husband, Eddy of Taunton, and several nieces and nephews. Anita was also the sister of the late Alfred R. Lagace.
Visiting Hours will be held at The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay Street, on Thursday, March 26 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Funeral services and interment will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations of sympathy will be accepted to Anita's family in her honor to cover associated costs for burial.