We are sad to announce that on January 15, 2023, at the age of 85, Loveta Taylor of Herrin, Illinois, born in Franklin, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Alvin Starnes and Ireta Starnes (Pike); her husband Bill Lantrip; and her brother Ted A. Starnes. She is survived by : her son Mike; her daughter-in-law Tammy Newbold of Herrin; her grandchildren, Mitch Newbold (Megan) of Columbia Sc and Lindsay Boatright (Jeremy) of Herrin; her great grandchildren, Brinley Boatright, Grant Boatright and Blake Craig; and her stepchildren, Hope, Mark Skarupa, Priscilla, John Howerton, Ron, Janice Lantrip, Bruce, Kay Lantrip and Lisa Lantrip. She is also survived by 10 step-grandchildren; and 6 step great grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Meredith-Waddell Funeral Home