Wendy Anne Taylor

Wendy Anne Taylor, 68, of Riverdale, Utah returned to her heavenly home while at Fairfield Village in Layton, Utah on Sunday, November 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma.

Wendy was born September 16, 1957, in Plattsburgh, New York, the oldest of four children born to Philip Taylor, Jr. and Wilma Jean Rowe. She grew up in the "North Country" of New York and spent her high school years in western New York.

In 1976, Wendy joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a decision that became a cornerstone of her life. She served actively in various church callings, with a special fondness for her work with the Young Women. Her faith was a great strength to her.

Wendy's journey in life took her to various places, including Wichita, Kansas; Guam; Springville and Provo, Utah; and Glendale, Arizona. She eventually settled in Roy and later Riverdale, Utah, where she spent many meaningful years.

Wendy married Mark Milewski in the Manti Utah Temple. Together they had six cherished children. The couple later divorced.

Wendy spent time at BYU before marrying and later returned to Weber State University to finish her bachelor's degree in Sociology Teaching with a minor in Special Education. Following her BS degree, she went on to earn a master's from the University of Phoenix in Educational Counseling. Prior to finishing her bachelor's degree, she worked as an aide at Country View Elementary and Rocky Mountain Junior High. In 1998, she became a teacher at Sandridge Junior High in Roy, Utah, where she dedicated 25 years to working with resource students. Teaching was both a challenge and a joy for Wendy, as she formed deep bonds with her students and colleagues, finding immense fulfillment in her work.

Family history was another of Wendy’s passions, bringing her a sense of connection and purpose. She found joy in life’s simple and grand moments—whether traveling, kayaking, relaxing on her porch swing, rocking a baby or indulging in ice cream. She loved spending time with her family and friends, capturing memories through laughter and photography. Wendy was a devoted BYU fan, a lover of nature, and an advocate for kindness. Her life was built on the pillars of family, friends, and faith, which filled her soul and inspired all who knew her.

In 2017, Wendy fulfilled a dream and said she could die happy after crossing Europe off her bucket list. She also visited breathtaking destinations such as Banff, Canada, and Glacier National Park with a dear friend. Sadly, her retirement in 2023 was cut short in November 2024 when she was diagnosed with glioblastoma (brain cancer)— that was some hard news to have! Her greatest joys, however, were always her six children, their spouses, and her 11 precious grandchildren, whom she loved deeply and struggled to leave behind.

Wendy is survived by her children, Holly (Jeff), Dan (Dianne), Heather, Kelly (Austin), Kristen, and Lisa; her 11 grandchildren, Cassidy, Caitlyn (Jonathan), Carter, Benjamin, Aubrey, Maverick, Ayden, Ryker, Lincoln, Archer, and Draydee; her siblings, Donna Taylor and Toby Taylor; and her beloved nieces and nephews. She is now reunited in heaven with her parents, stepparents, and her sister, Tracey.

She would like to thank those who took such good care of her at Fairfield Village along with her family and friends.

Private family services were held. Services entrusted to Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary.

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