Ashtyn Renee Taylor's Obituary
Ashtyn Renee Taylor, beloved daughter, sister, mother, and friend, passed away on February 9, 2025. Ashtyn was born in Lakeland and was a lifetime resident of Polk County. She was a proud member of Kathleen Baptist Church and Dixie Highway Baptist, where she attended services with her family and was baptized on May 23rd, 2021, at Axios Church. Her faith was central to her life, and she lived it out through her deep love for others.
Ashtyn loved life and embraced every moment. She loved going to the gym, shopping, golfing, and taking long walks in the park with her boyfriend. Whether capturing memories through photos and videos or relaxing at the beach, Ashtyn had an undeniable zest for life. Above all, she cherished her time with her children Alice, Luke, and Aurie, as well as the special moments shared with her family.
Ashtyn is preceded in death by her grandfather “Papa” Buddy Taylor and great-grandmother Velma “Judi” McCauley. She is survived by her three children Alice Taylor, Luke Nichols, and Aurie Oliveras, father Joey Taylor and his partner Cheryl, and mother and stepfather Tanya and Greg Cochran. She will also be lovingly remembered by her siblings, Shelbie Taylor (Zach), Presley Taylor (Trevor), Michael Taylor (Jessica), and Logan Cochran; grandparents Nancy Taylor, Sabrina and Ronnie Morris, Kathy “Kitty Kat” and Danny Murphy and Lee Bland (Jennifer), her partner Axel, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Kathleen Baptist Youth Program, which held a special place in Ashtyn's heart.
A celebration of Ashtyn’s life will be held at Gentry-Morrison Funeral Home, Serenity Gardens Chapel on Friday February 14th at 11:00 AM, where family and friends will come together to honor and remember her vibrant life, full of love, laughter, and joy.
Ashtyn's light will forever shine in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
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