Teri Ann Taylor , 63, of Lawnside, New Jersey, passed away peacefully

on April 14 at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, surrounded by

love.

Born in Yeadon, Pennsylvania, on May 11, 1961, Teri was a lifelong

learner and passionate seeker of knowledge. She earned a B.A. in

Journalism from Temple University and later received her M.S. in

Information Science from Drexel University. Teri dedicated more than 25

years to her profession as a librarian, beginning her career as a

Reference Librarian at Temple University. She later served as Associate

Director of the New Jersey State Library Information Center, where she

specialized in U.S. government documents and the Foundation

Collection.

As a research librarian, Teri never hesitated to share her love of

knowledge, with many friends and family members utilizing her

expertise to help them find needed research or information on unfamiliar

topics. To Teri, information was not just a career—it was a calling. She

was a generous and resourceful guide, often sharing articles, research

tips, or a perfectly-timed recommendation with friends and family. Many

fondly remember receiving an email that began, "I thought of you when I

saw this..." - a small reminder of how deeply she cared and how closely

she listened.

Teri found joy in travel, discovering new restaurants, and recreating

recipes from her favorite chef, Ina Garten. She had a radiant smile, a

uniquely gentle spirit, and a fierce love for her family and friends. Her

passions ran deep—from her devotion to the Philadelphia Eagles to her

lifelong love for the music of Prince.

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She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Roosevelt and Gloria

Taylor, and her brother, Glynn Taylor. She is survived by her brother,

Roosevelt Taylor Jr., her sister-in-law, Rebecca Taylor, and a loving

extended family of cousins and dear friends.

Teri will be remembered for her kindness, wit, generosity, and unwavering

support. Her absence leaves a void in the lives of all who knew her—but

her spirit and light will continue to shine in the hearts of those she

touched.

A celebration of life service will take place at African Episcopal Church of

St. Thomas on April 23, at 11:00AM, preceded by viewing from 9-11AM. Interment Fernwood Cemetery.