Amanda Jean Taylor's Obituary
Bitely - Amanda Jean Lucas Taylor
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Amanda Jean Taylor, she was born on April 16, 1985 and passed on June 23, 2020.
Amanda was born and raised in Big Rapids and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 2004, and also attended Ferris State University along with Central Michigan University later in life.
She was a much-loved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and best friend. She was a kind and peaceful woman, Amanda was always in good spirits and looked on the bright side no matter what life handed her.
SURVIVED BY GUNNER UTTER
Family was always very important to Amanda as her pride and joy was her son Gunner, her whole world revolved around Gunner and she always did what was best for him. Her relationship with her son was admired by many. It was seen that not only was Gunner her best-friend, but she knew very well how to play the mother and friend role, they joked, they played, they talked about life, and events with school. Gunner gave her the drive and ability to be the person that we all knew and love dearly. Amanda was all around, a beautiful soul. The Lucas family was very strong and even in rough times came together when in need and/or for the important events that was meant for the family's presence, like holidays, birthdays, and school functions were a big deal to this family and many saw that the family was very organized and loving. Amanda had two sisters and one brother who was rather close with her. Her older sister Jessica Osborne, younger sister Shannon Lucas, and only brother Robert Lucas. Amanda was also connected closely with her mother Eldora Vallad and her grandmother Bobby Cooper. She also had a good relationship with her father Michael Lucas.
Heather Singh -Best friend, "There are many things I can say about Amanda. The biggest impact she had on me is showing me how to live life with a smile. Her smile was infectious. She brought joy and happiness to everyone she came in contact with. I can't remember one day that she didn't make me feel special to her. She was very special to me and forever will be."
Terry Snavley, "I've known Amanda since she was 18, she is like my little sister, and she was an amazing friend. She made you laugh when you were in her presence. And she was always happy and had the biggest smile."
Rebecca Shopp, "Amanda Taylor you are my bestie, the one I could call no matter what, the one who made me realize what not to give up meant. You were the sweetest, kindest most loving person I ever met. You would give someone the shirt off of your back with a smile. The impact on me and the boys' life will always be felt. She brought so much joy to this world. The world will not be the same without you, but you will live on in the hearts and minds in the ones you loved."
Amanda loved anything involving the outdoors, such as fishing, swimming, mud bog traditions with family, and adventures with friends. She cared deeply about nature and the animals in it.
On July 23, 2019, she became Mrs. Taylor and began the next chapter and adventure in her life. In doing so, she also took on the role of mother to three kids, but has been a figure as mom most of their lives. The kids are, Roger Taylor Jr. "Amanda taught me to have a playful spirit and a new look on life", Olivia Taylor "Amanda related a lot to me making her not only a mother but also my friend." and lastly she played a major role in the youngest Kaylee Taylor's life with her being only 4, she has greatly impacted her heart, being her rock and her "Amanda Jean". Husband Roger Taylor- "Our marriage has been an adventure, her eyes and smile will be forever imprinted in my mind and soul. The "Amanda Jean " I knew has changed my life immensely".
All this coming to an end on June 23rd with your quick departure. Loved for an eternity by the family and adored by friends. We love you Amanda Jean Taylor.
A celebration of Amanda's life will be from 12 - 3 p.m., Saturday, June 27, 2020 at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Memorial contributions in her name may be left in care of the funeral home. Share a memory or express condolences at mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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