Obituaries : Taylor Jo Randall

Taylor Jo Randall passed away November 8th of 2024 surrounded by family and friends in Fort Collins, Colorado. For 30 years Taylor Jo blessed this earth. While her time was all too short, her memory and spirit will carry on by those who loved her forever. Taylor was welcomed into Heaven with wide open arms by her dad, David.

Taylor was born April 20, 1994, to Angela and David Randall in Atkins, Iowa. She was the first of their four children to be born. From a young age she had always made her own path. She was described as crazy, wild, unexpected, and had a smile "bigger than the ocean." She loved harder and deeper than anyone and always made sure to protect the ones she loved most. She was non-traditional and a minimalist in her everyday life. She cared most about being present and being with those she loved. If she had her mind set on something, she was going to do it.

At 22 Taylor made the brave decision to move to Fort Collins, Colorado. While she didn't stay in one place for too long, she always found herself back in Fort Collins. She had her second family there that loved her as much as her family back home in Iowa.

Whether camping, hiking, snowboarding, skateboarding or hula-hooping, Taylor loved the outdoors. She also loved art and reading but mostly spending time with her family and friends

She is survived by her mother Angela (Jeff); brothers David (Taylor), and Benjamin (Kayla); sister Samantha; nieces and nephew Benlee, David, Wrenley, and Haven; and her beloved dog, Bernie. A world without Taylor Jo is a world that is a little less bright. She is infinitely loved, and her memory will be carried on and cherished forever.

A celebration of Taylor's life will be held from 11AM - 3PM, Saturday, November 23rd at the Marengo American Legion Hall. A private family graveside service will be held at the Raetz Presbyterian Cemetery near Atkins.