Betty Taggart

Betty Lee Howell Taggart 1927 ~ 2010 Betty Lee Howell Taggart, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away at her home in Taylorsville, Utah, January 15, 2010, one day before her 83rd birthday, surrounded by her family. She was born January 16, 1927 to James Verl Howell and Vida Laveena Ward Howell in McCammon, Idaho. Her father died when she was nine years old, leaving her to shoulder extra responsibilities as she helped her widowed mother care for her four younger siblings. Through these challenges Mom learned the virtues of industry and thrift, lessons that served her well throughout her life. Betty married James Albert Taggart on July12, 1946 in the Idaho Falls Temple. Together they raised 11 children. He passed away May 24, 1981. Her family was her lifes work and joy. We are grateful for her love and example. Blessed with many talents, Mom played the piano and organ beautifully and passed her love of music on to her family. She was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She influenced peoples lives for good through her tireless service, whether in the Church, with family, friends or those in need and generously shared her musical talents. Mom was released the Sunday before her death as the secretary in her ward Young Womens organization and was presented with her Young Womanhood Recognition Medallion the day before she died. Survived by her children and their spouses: Linda & Harro Van Leeuwen, West Jordan, UT; Bruce & Claudia Taggart, Renton, WA; John & Leisa Taggart, Taylorsville, UT; Barbara & Michael Cederholm, So. Jordan, UT; Alene & Garth Rollins, Kaysville, UT; Steven & Teri Taggart, Orem, UT; Ruthann & Mark Foulger, Midvale, UT; Jill & Dave Conrad, So. Jordan, UT; Carol & Brian Huston, West Valley City, UT; Ron & Jen Taggart, Herriman, UT; Jay & Adrienne Taggart, Herriman, UT; 45 grandchildren; 80 great-grandchildren (eight more on the way). Also survived by a sister: Ruth Barclay (Mike, deceased); two brothers: Ray Howell (Bev) and Jim Howell (Kaye); 2 sisters-in-law: Margie Nutt and Iva Dell Howell; 2 brothers-in-law: Jay Taggart (Nadine, deceased) and Blaine Taggart (Susanna). Preceded in death by her husband, parents, and brother, George Howell. We love you Mom! Thanks for a life well lived. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 23, 2010, 11:00 a.m. at the Paradise Ward, 1555 W. Lovely Road (5095 S.). A viewing will be held Friday evening, 6-8:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S. Redwood Rd and Saturday at the church one hour prior to the funeral. Interment will be at Valley View Memorial Park, 4335 W. 4100 S.