Clara (Claire) Maude Taylor, formerly of Madison, passed away peacefully after a long battle with Alzheimer’s on January 18, 2025. Clara was born on August 16, 1941, in Staten Island, NY, and was the daughter of Albert H. And Eleanor T. Morrill. She was the widow of John Arthur Taylor, whom she adored and always cherished as her partner in life. She missed him dearly.
Clara is survived by her sons Eric Taylor of California, and Craig Taylor, wife Karen, and grandchildren Andrew and Weston Taylor of Old Lyme. Clara is also survived by her brother William Morrill and his wife Sue of Salisbury, CT and her sister-in-law Gill Faison of Mount Pleasant, SC.
Clara will be remembered for her infectious smile and her easy-going, simple attitude towards life. She loved cooking for her family, gardening at her home, and being outdoors whenever possible. But above all, she loved children. Clara’s school and work interests led her to a degree in elementary education from Wagner College, and her early adult years were spent teaching pre-school in the boroughs of New York City. She spent many years as a stay-at-home mother to her sons, Eric and Craig, before returning to work as a home health aide for the visiting nurse association of Madison, where her passion for helping others could continue. Clara’s last joys were her grandchildren, who she visited regularly despite her physical limitations. Nothing could stop her from spending time with the children she loved.
The family wishes to thank the many live-in-companions, doctors, and nursing staff who cared for her both at her home in Madison and at the health center at Essex Meadows in her later years. She adored you. We are truly grateful for your compassion and service.
The family will be holding a private service to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in her memory may be made to Friends of Hammonasset state park.