Grace P. Taylor

Grace P. (Parks) Taylor, age 92, of Mechanicsburg, PA, died on Monday, October 26, 2026. Grace was born on Sunday, August 12, 1934, in Ellijay, GA to the late James W. Parks and Atlas (McArthur) Parks. Grace was the widow of William “Bill” W. Taylor, whom she married on April 4, 1959, and who died on July 14, 2008. In addition to her parents and husband, Grace is preceded in death by her her son-in-law: Luke Carr; and her nine siblings: Grady W. Parks, Carrie Mae Galloway, Ernestine P. Nicol, Clarence Parks, Essie Martin, Frances Arrendale, Howard Parks, Nellie Ray, and Robert Sim Parks.

Grace’s survivors include her daughter: Sandy Carr of Mechanicsburg, PA; her granddaughter: Taylor Carr of Arlington, VA; several nieces and nephews; and great nieces and nephews.

Grace retired from her administrative position after many years of service working with the Federal Bureau of Investigations, notably during the civil rights movement. She enjoyed cooking for her family and hosting holiday dinners, taking the opportunity to spoil her loved ones with her famous banana pudding. Grace did not watch much television, but had a soft spot for Hallmark movies, the Baltimore Orioles, and the Atlanta Braves. She enjoyed getting her hair and nails done, making sure she always looked her best. Grace loved sitting out on the porch to enjoy a cup of coffee, the company of her family, and a good hamburger. She will be dearly missed by those who were fortunate enough to have known her.

All are welcome to join Grace’s family at her viewing on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until time of service at 1:30 p.m. at Buhrig Funeral & Cremation, 37 East Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055; with Celebrant George Spangler officiating. Interment will follow the service in Mechanicsburg Cemetery.

Grace’s family has entrusted her care to Buhrig Funeral & Cremation in Mechanicsburg, (717) 766-3421. View her memorial video and photo, offer condolences and sympathy, share stories and memories, upload photographs and videos, light a candle and sign her official guest book by visiting Buhrig.com.