Rachelle Ann Stanfield-Taylor, 35, of Smithville, formerly of Bryan passed away on Wednesday, March 6 in Austin. Visitation will be Saturday, March 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Callaway-Jones Funeral Home in Bryan. Funeral services are set for 2 p.m., Sunday, March 10 at Central Baptist Church, with Rusty Hudson officiating. Cremation and funeral services are in the care of Callaway Jones Funeral Home and Crematory.
Rachelle was born on October 11, 1977 in Bryan. Rachelle graduated high school with honors. She loved music, dancing, swimming, food, and flowers. Her favorite color was red. Rachelle loved to watch TV and her favorite shows included the Price is Right, Golden Girls, Gilligan’s Island, and the Brady Bunch. She loved to drink Dr. Pepper and liked to ride in Jimmy’s work truck or Mat’s car to get one. She was very strong in her faith and loved God and praying.
Most of all, Rachelle loved her family and spending time with them. She was always curious and asking about family members. Rachelle proudly wore a smile every single day, no matter what.
Rachelle is survived by a loving family; her parents, Pam and Jimmy Taylor; brother, Mathew Taylor; uncle Russell Smotek, aunt Paula and Robby Smith; uncle Ron Smotek, uncle Allen and aunt Donna Taylor; her grandparents, Marie Smotek, Elaine Dunn, Jesse and Margaret Stanfield, and Linda Smotek; cousins, Jeffery Terrell, Savanna Smotek, and Kyle Taylor; as well as many other close friends and relatives.
Preceding her in death are Adolph “Sonny” Smotek, Jack Taylor, Ernest Dunn and Kevin Taylor.
Rachelle’s family wishes to express their gratitude and request that memorials be given to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Condolences may be left for the family at CallawayJones.com
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our hearts go out to Jimmy, Pam and all of their family. Hope you find Peace … Love Kevin & Linda
Pam & Jimmy Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
I am deeply sorry for your lost, Rachelle was a great joy to have at the dayhab. My prayers are with you and your family
I am deeply sorry for your lost, Rachelle was a great joy to have at the dayhab. My prayers are with you and your family
We are so sorry to hear about Rachelle. She was a sweet sweet girl. I’m sure she’s already wearing more jewelry than anyone in heaven. And she’s got the real stuff now! I know you miss her. You are all in our prayers. Love!
Jimmy our hearts go out to you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
Wishing you my deepest condolences for your loss and she will truely be missed bringing smiles to all the lives she touched daily.
We are sorry to learn of your loss.I can only think of songs of comfort like “What a fellowship, what a joy divine, leaning on the everlasting arms”.I know that you miss her. She is bringing more joy to Heaven.
To your entire family from us and my sister, we feel the deep sadness and pain of your loss. your
Sorry for your loss sweet family, I know she is bringing joy up there in heaven. I can still hear her sweet voice asking for Matt- you were a GOOD brother to her!
Sorry for your loss sweet family, I know she is bringing joy up there in heaven. I can still hear her sweet voice asking for Matt- you were a GOOD brother to her!
Thinking of and praying for you Pam and family. So very sorry for the loss of your precious Rachelle. What an absolute blessing she was to you all, and such an inspiration for all of the rest of us. Praying for your peace and comfort during this very difficult time.
Dear Pam and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. No words of sympathy can ease the sorrow that is yours but just remember thoughts and loving memories of Rachelle will forever be in your hearts. Rest in peace sweet Rachelle. Love and hugs to you all.
Dear Pam – my heart breaks for you and yours, thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Melanie
I will miss Rachelle so much and all of the light and love that she brought into this world. I really wish that I could be at the service right now, but I’m not able to due to my newborn. However, even if I can’t be there physically, my heart, thoughts and tears are with you all right now!!
I am so very sorry for your loss Jimmy. God bless and you and yours are in our Prayers. G.W.