TAYLOR, Jill
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 2nd September 2025, aged 86 years. formerly of Strathmore, Wellington. Adored wife of Derek. Loving mother of Alistair, Amanda, Vivienne, Bridgit, and Judith. Cherished grandmother of Chris, Sean, Ciara, Ben, Jemima, Josh, Joseph, Isaac, Hamish, Fraser, and the late Tinker. Great-grandmother of James, Jasper, Toby, and Ruby. A long-time and devoted member of the Presbyterian Church and Girl Guides. The family extends their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Waikato Hospital and Vision West for their care and support during a very difficult time. Messages to the ‘Taylor Family’ may be sent c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434, or left in Jill’s online tribute book at www.grinters.co.nz.
5 Messages:
Jill,
Your love for and investment in your whole family including nieces, nephews and their kids was a hallmark of your compassion and dedication. We will miss your birthday messages, photo updates and spontaneous messages. You made an impact on so many.
Rest well.
Forever in our hearts. Rest in peace Jill, until we meet again.
Dear Derek, Alastair, Amanda, Vivienne, Bridgit and Judith, how blessed were we in 1973, to move into our home, next door to the Taylor family. For nearly 50 years, while our families grew up we always knew there was help and support next door. We are so saddened at the passing of Jill, the unassuming matriarch of your wonderful family. While we know that her health had been failing for some time and she is now no longer in pain, the loss of a good wife and great mother and grandmother leaves a huge void. May you find comfort and support in each other and in the knowledge that Jill is now at peace in her heavenly home. Love and blessings Bernadette and George
Brownies and Girl Guides are the parts of my child hood that immediately spring to mind when I think of Jill Taylor. That is how long I have been fortunate enough to know Jill and her family, most especially, Jude.
While we grieve the loss of Jill, I prefer to focus my energy on celebrating her life. A giving lady, and one who knew how to live and get the most out of everyday. A lady who had time for everyone – look at the size of her family and the number of friends she made over her life time, not to mention the friends of her children’s. I have a wonderful photo of Jill and my kids when we did morning tea with her, prior to her and Derek moving from Wellington to Cambridge.
Jill the mother, Jill the grandmother, Jill the wife, Jill the traveler, Jill the friend; in summary an inspirational woman who positively contributed to the lives of those of us fortunate enough to know her. Rest in peace and love Jill xx
Dear Jill, it was an absolute pleasure to get to know you over the years and a joy to meet you in unexpected places. Having lunch in Mui wo at the pub on the wharf or tagging along with you and Jude in Sydney.
You will be immensely missed by your loving husband and all your children and extended family.
Love the Gemmell’s.