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Obituary For Esther "Sally" Dorsey Taylor
Mrs. Esther “Sally” Dorsey Taylor of Smiths Station, Alabama passed Sunday, April 13, 2025 in Columbus, Georgia.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 5230 Lee Rd. 240, Phenix City, AL with Rev. Pryce Battle, Pastor, officiating; Rev. Quenton Dorsey, eulogist. Burial to follow in Greater Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery, 875 Lee Rd. 334, Salem, AL.
Public viewing is 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. EST on Friday, April 18, 2025 with a Family Hour from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm EST at Taylor Funeral Home.
Sally's Story
"Oh, that I had wings like a dove! I would fly away to be at rest!" Psalm 55:6
Mrs. Esther Ina Dorsey Taylor was born on July 12, 1956, to her biological mother, Henrietta Dorsey, in the loving home of her maternal grandparents, Mr. Henry and Mrs. Ethel Dorsey, in Salem, Alabama. Born at home she never left there and became the youngest of Ms. Ethel’s children. At the time of her birth, Esther was delivered at home by a midwife. A clerical error resulted in her being named “Esther Ina” instead of her intended name,
“Ethel Myrtis Dorsey.” Fondly nicknamed “Sally” by her family, the name originated from a popular song of the time and her early lack of natural hair. As the baby of the household, she remained especially close to Momma and she was assigned the privilege of getting Papa’s pipe whenever he was home.
A devoted woman of faith, Esther accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and was baptized at Greater Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church in Salem, Alabama. There, she served joyfully and diligently as an usher, choir member, nurse’s ministry, matron, church secretary, member of the bereavement and food bank committees, Vacation Bible School Teacher, Sunday School teacher, and missionary department.
In 2020, she followed the leading of the Lord and joined Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Phenix City, Alabama, where she continued her faithful service as a Deacon’s Wife, member of the choir ministry, ushers’ ministry and Church School teacher.
Esther was committed to education because it was instilled in her by her Momma, who would encourage all of her children by instructing them by saying, “make sure that you get your lesson.” A proud member of a fully integrated graduating class of Smiths Station High School in 1974, Esther broke barriers and went on to pursue higher education. She earned a scholarship to attend the Tuskegee Institute of Technology, but paused her academic journey to embrace motherhood, welcoming her beloved and only son, Quenton Terrell Dorsey. Determined to provide a better future for herself and her son, Esther began working the third shift as a technician at West Central Regional Hospital in Columbus, Georgia.
With steadfast determination and unwavering faith, she pursued her childhood dream of becoming a nurse. While continuing to work third shift, she enrolled at Columbus Technical College, where she earned her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential. She later graduated from Chattahoochee Valley Community College and passed the state board exam to become a Registered Nurse.Esther loved serving people and being a nurse. She faithfully worked for several decades, offering compassionate care to patients across numerous facilities, including West Central Regional Hospital, the office of Dr. Bruce Sutton, Columbus Medical Center, the Bradley Center of Columbus, Phenix City Medical Center, Kahi Mohla in Ewa Beach, Hawaii, and most recently, Piedmont Healthcare System. Her heart for people and unwavering work ethic left an indelible impact on all who encountered her care.
On May 11, 2013, Esther was united in holy matrimony with her high school classmate and dear friend, Deacon Clarence Taylor. Their union, divinely orchestrated, was a source of great joy and fulfillment in her life. She affectionately referred to him as her “Boo,” and he lovingly called her his “Sweetie.” Together, they shared some of the happiest years of her life, and she often expressed her gratitude to God for bringing Clarence back into her life.
On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Esther departed from labor to reward. Esther was preceded in death by her biological mother, Ms. Henrietta Dorsey; her loving parents, Mr. Henry and Mrs. Ethel Dorsey; her brothers, Tommy and Hubbard Dorsey; and uncles, Lemon and Jr. Damon Dorsey.
She leaves to celebrate, love, and cherish precious memories of her legacy of life to her devoted husband, Deacon Clarence Taylor; her parental father, Mr. Curtis (Dotty) Swanson; two children, Quenton T. Dorsey and Carmea Dixon; devoted bonus children, Monica Holloway, JaQuez Hoskins, and JaNiah Hoskins; two brothers, Ralph C. (Vonda) Dorsey and Kenneth Madden; four sisters, Doretha Dorsey, Johnnie M. Flewellen, Brenda F. (Allen Jr.) Porch and Bertha (Shawn) Shelton; two aunts, Ada E. Ford and Virginia Williams; brothers-in-law, George (Virginia) Taylor Jr., Milton (Masie) Taylor, Johnnie (Juanita) Taylor; sister-in-law, Evone Taylor; sister-in- love, Janice (Gregory, Sr.) Wright; four grandchildren, Marcus Morgan, Quiana M. Dorsey, Quendarius Dorsey, and Naomi T. Dorsey; three great grandchildren, Taylor Coppins, Maddison Dorsey and Lauryn Grimes and three bonus grandchildren, Nia S. Thompson, C J Washington, and Danielle N. Palmer.
She also leaves six godchildren, Allen (Dorthy) Porch III, Damonica Cannon FNP, Dr. Jacqueri Cannon, CSM Alvin T. (Carrie) Porch, Portia Chamber and Myra Holt; Staff of Taylor Funeral Home and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Mrs. Esther Ina Dorsey Taylor lived a life marked by faith, family, and service.
From Labor to Reward
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My deepest condolences to uncle Clarence Taylor and the Taylor andDorsey Families.Isaiah 41:9-10.Hold onto God's everlasting love.He chose to call another servant home.Prayers to all
My deepest condolences to the Dorsey and Taylor families. My heart was saddened, when I heard of the passing of our sweet Esther. She will be deeply missed in the Auburn District Matron's Department. She and Brenda and the Matrons of Ebenezer, Salem was always present and committed to the activities of the Department. I always looked forward to seeing Esther beautiful smile during The Matron's Christmas Banquet,and other activities always present, her son, Rev. Q. Dorsey was one of the Pastors to bring the Great Christmas message to us. My prayers are continuing to be with the families of Esther, that God will give you strength through this difficult time. Rest on sweet friend we loved you but God loved you more
To the family and families . I want to offer my Heartfelt Condolences to you'll . Sally is just another soldier gone home.. Blessings be unto you.
My deepest condolences to Clarence, Quincy, Ralph, Brenda, Doretha, Ada, Johnnie Mae and the entire Taylor and Dorsey Family. My heart is broken in the passing of Sally. May you all find comfort in knowing that she is resting in the arms of the Lord and we all will be together again one day. Praying that God will comfort you in the days and weeks to come. I love you all, Edith Coleman
My Heart goes out to Sally and Her Family May You Rest Peacefully In The Heavens Above....
With deepest sympathy to my great friend at the home going of his beloved wife. May god bestow his richest blessings upon Dec. Clarence & Tony & family. We know grief has no expiration date, but we will yet put our trust in the lord as she accepts reward from labor. Not goodbye just see you later.
To the Taylor and Dorsey family. We were so sad to hear off the passing of Sally. We are praying that God will strengthen and comfort each of you during this time of sorrow.
You have my deepest condolences of the passing of your wife to be absent from the body to be present with the Lord. God bless you, God keep you. Love Peggy Goshey
Praying that God strengthen and comfort this family.
Sweet, Sweet spirit! My condolences to the family. I work with Esther at Phenix Regional and we move Columbus Regional. Lots of good memories. My heart is heavy. I know your too so I'm asking God to lift your burden and grant you peace in the midst of this storm.
To the family of Esther, my heart and prayers goes out to you all. She was a very nice person and nurse. I remember when she was my sister nurse, she was the best. May GOD continue to strengthen you. Love you ALWAYS.
We were just devastated when we heard of Sally's passing. We loved her so much. We are praying for you all today and asking God to remind you that he will faithfully meet all your needs. He will always be with you, and with him, all things are possible. STAY STRONG!! With Heartfelt Sympathy, Bobbie Crouch and Mae Chambers
Bobbie Crouch and Mae Chambers
We were just devastated when we heard of Sally's passing. We loved her so much. We are praying for you all today and asking God to remind you that he will faithfully meet all your needs. He will always be with you, and with him, all things are possible. STAY STRONG!! With Heartfelt Sympathy, Bobbie Crouch and Mae Chambers
Sending our condolences to your family. My GOD continues to blessed you all.
Our Deepest Condolences and Prayers to Clarence Taylor and Family during your time of bereavement,
My sincere condolences to Mr. Clarence Taylor and the entire Taylor and Dorsey Family. God is to wise to make a mistake. He only picks the most beautiful flowers for his bouquet. Know that you are not alone. God is with you always. Hold to God's unchanging hands.
My deepest condolences to the Taylor family.
To Mr.Clarence Taylor and family, my condolences to you all in this time of bereavement 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
To our dearest friend Mr. Clarence, Quincy, Dorsey and Taylor Family, We share your beloved loss of Beautiful Esther. We mourn with you and believing the God we serve will and promises to bring comfort and peace that surpasses all understanding. God is.... our "JEHOVAH SHAMMAH". Larry and Gwenetta Sullivan- Echols, and Auburn Family
My condolences and prayers those out to the Taylor and Dorsey family and remember Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal God bless
May the Lord wrap his Loving arms around The Family and Friends of Sally and Comfort you all during this difficult time our Heartfelt Condolences goes out to you From The Hundley Family
God will link the broken chain, As one by one we meet again. In our hearts she will always stay, Loved and remembered every day.
Clarence and Quency.....I know this is difficult for you. I just learned of this through Daphne Cannon's Facebook post. My children, Tia and Glover, and my husband Glover and I are heartbroken to learn of Esther's passing. Our prayers go up for you for comfort, peace, strength and love. She was truly an extraordinary woman with a heart of gold and will be missed by many as she touched the hearts of many. Thank you for sharing her with us. Love you guys. Mira Austin (Jordan Family)❤️
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My heartfelt prayers for the Taylor Family, Rev. Dorsey, and the Porch Family. I thank God for the honor and pleasure of working with Esther and her sister Brenda Porch at Columbus Regional now Piedmont. We were known as the old school nurses because of the care and concern we showed towards our patients. Esther was a beautiful soul that loved and cared about people, she always greeted you with a smile and a hug! Her kindness, beautiful smile and love for others will always be remembered. May God Bless you with the Comfort and Peace that only He can give.
Frances Bellamy Phillips
My sincerest condolences to the Taylor and Dorsey families. Sally was so nice and caring! God's got her!
My very deepest condolences to the Taylor family during your time of sorrow, praying for comfort.
Her classmates knew her as Ethel and she was a kind and lovely person. We will miss her! Prayers for Clarence and family, your panther family loves you!
My condolences to Taylor Family ,my prayers are with you in a difficult time as this
My deepest sympathies and condolences 💐 praying 🙏🏽 for the family. Mrs.Sallie was a beautiful woman inside and out. She also had a humble spirit and she knew the Lord. You will truly be missed. Forever in our hearts ❤️. But never forgotten. Josh Sr,Rita, Josh Jr Blanding & Malik & Franceska Blanding Alston.To be absent from the body is to be present with Lord.This is not goodbye but good night until we meet again on that great getting up morning.Praying 🙏🏽 for the Taylor & Dorsey family.
My Condolences to you and your family may cherished memories bring you comfort and peace.
My prayer and sincere condolences are with tthe family. Rest In paradise Esther.🙏🏽🙏🏽
My sincere condolences to the Taylor and Dorsey family.
Our condolences to Clarence, Rev. Dorsey, and the entire Taylor and Dorsey families during the Celebration of Life of Mrs. Esther Dorsey Taylor
My deepest condolences to the Taylor family in the moment of loss.May God comfort you in time of mourning.
I Pray for you Clarence Rev.Dorsey, my thoughts are with the Family, classmate that never forgot anyone, she will be missed..I'm Broken in Spirits but the Lord will support your needs..
Mr. Taylor, Please accept my deepest condolences for you and your family. I am thinking of you and sending my love. Be encouraged not matter what's going on He will make it alright, but you got to stay strong.
Look to the hill's from which cometh all our help, knowing that all our help comes from the Lord. Vera Woods and Family.
My deepest sympathy to the Taylor Family on the loss of your loved one Esther whom was such a beautiful person it was such a shock to hear of her passing today it was always a joy talking to her may God give you strength during this difficult time Clarence you're in our prayers
This was a shock on Sunday when I got the news of Ethel's passing. We had a good laugh as usual when we met.8 months ago. You were my friend through school. Thanks for the memories also, for the kindness you and Clarence showed to my Mother through the years.Praying for Clarence and your son and family. "Proverbs31:10-31"A Virtuous Woman "
Oh my heart is broken. We were so close in high school had such a great time together and she is still the person and is loved by so many. Hugs to you Clarence as we are here for you and so glad we were all together for our 50th class reunion Ethyl you will be missed
Oh my heart is broken. We were so close in high school had such a great time together and she is still the person and is loved by so many. Hugs to you Clarence as we are here for you and so glad we were all together for our 50th class reunion Ethyl you will be missed
We have suffered a great loss of a beautiful woman. I don't know when we will be called home. I do know that He has called a very faithful servant. I am going to miss you. You have been such a caring and loving person to all. We were cousins by blood, but sisters by heart. I LOVE YOU! I pray for our family and your husband (his family) to be strong! You will always be in my heart, wherever I am.
Sorry for your loss, I'll be praying for the family.
Mrs. Taylor was one of the sweetest persons that I ran into at Columbus Regional Hospital working in Pre-op, and still when I see her, I made it a point to say "Hello" and she would catch me up on things that I have missed, she will be missed ..
My deepest condolences to Mrs. Esther's family. It was always a pleasure to be around her whenever I was with Naomi. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this time. 'The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.' — Psalm 34:18"
My condolences to the Taylor Family! Auntie you will be miss! I will love you always! Ms.Olivia Flute
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
