Mary Elizabeth Taylor Obituary
Mary Elizabeth Taylor (Durham, North Carolina) passed away on August 26, 2026. Mary Elizabeth, born on June 15, 1939, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Mary Elizabeth will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Mary Elizabeth will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Mary Elizabeth’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Daniel Grady Green and Nellie Gertrude Green; her husband Norman Ross "Turtle" Taylor; and her sisters, Helen Pearce, Carolyn Soto and Pamela K. Parker.
She is survived by: her siblings, Danny Green Jr. (Betty), James Marion Green (Ruth) and Verona Gillespie. She is also survived by many nieces and nephew as well as her dear friend.
Libby gave to so many organizations, so please in lieu of flowers, send donations to one of the following charities that she gave to and cherished: Duke Children's Hospital, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital or the ASPCA.
