Ina was born in Holdrege Nebraska to Warren L. Samms and Fern G. (Ward) Samms. She graduated from Holdrege High School in 1949. Ina moved to Berkeley California where she met her husband Robert R. Taylor. They married in 1954 and lived in the SF Bay area producing 4 children. In 1976 they relocated to Phoenix, AZ.
Ina was a devoted wife and mother. Her joy came from caring for her family. She was a faithful Christian and developed lifelong friendships with those she met at church. Ina enjoyed attending bible studies and many church activities. She treasured hosting her family for every holiday and planned many family vacations. She delighted in attending her grandchildren’s sporting events. Ina was a voracious reader of historical literature and could often be found with a good mystery novel. We will miss her greatly.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert, her 4 siblings Luree F. Davis, Maynard L. Samms, Charles W. Samms, Mary E. Brant, and granddaughter Rebecca C. Rankin.
She is survived by her children Janet L. (John) Rankin, James R. (Shauna) Taylor, Donna L. (Matt) Daniel, and David M. Taylor, grandchildren Jennifer N. (Justin) Clifton, Nicole Edmiston (John) May, Kristin L. Taylor, Robert J. Taylor, Daniel C. Taylor, Taylor L. Daniel, great-grandchildren Andrew J. Clifton, Edward D. Clifton, Sadie J. May, Mila R. May, and Kate J. May.
Everyone is welcomed to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. A private Celebration of Life will be planned. Family and friends will be notified.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.phoenixmemorialmortuary.com for the Taylor family.
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