"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints." Psalm 116:15

Florine Taylor, a devoted woman of faith and quiet prayer warrior, was born on March 14, 1945, in Colfax, Louisiana, and peacefully entered eternal rest on January 14, 2026. A sweet and humble servant of the Lord, Florine lived a life marked by unwavering faith, gentle strength, and steadfast devotion to God.

She was a faithful member of New Beginning Church under the leadership of Elder Charles Williams, where she consistently attended services and uplifted others through prayer. Florine's walk with Christ was evident in her kindness, her calm spirit, and her commitment to living according to God's Word. She retired from Southside Virginia Training Center after years of dedicated service.

Florine was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur James Bonier and Ruby Bonier; her beloved daughter, Carolyn Taylor; and her brothers, Jerry Bonier, James Bonier, Lee Andrew Bonier, Joel Bonier, and Cleo Bonier.

She leaves to cherish her loving memory her daughter, Kenya Taylor; her sisters, Lizzie Jones, Frances Bonier, and Elizabeth Horton (Willie); and her brothers, Lourenzia Bonier and Isaiah Bonier (Angela). She was a proud and loving grandmother to three granddaughters, Shandrika McLaughlin (Raymond), Valisa Taylor, and Sa'myra Stith; and two grandsons, Hodari Taylor and Jamari McLaughlin. She is also survived by one great-grandson, Amarri Branch.

Florine also leaves behind a host of nieces and nephews; devoted friends, Barbara Worsham, Pearl Williams, and Judy Blackwell; and extended family members, Michelle Washington, Nichelle Lewis, Le'chele Salter-Lee, Makeisha Winfield, Patrice Shuford, Tonnessa Scott, Hope Monroe, and Faith Tucker.

Florine Taylor will be remembered for her quiet strength, her faithful prayers, her sweet spirit, and her unwavering love for the Lord. Her life was a testimony of grace, faithfulness, and trust in God.

Services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, January 31, 2026, in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA.

J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911 , www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Watch the funeral services live online on our J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. Facebook page or click here to view: https://vimeo.com/event/5694036?fl=so&fe=fs