of Conway, AR
June 24, 1938 - February 14, 2025
Helen Jane ''Topsy'' Westbrook Taylor, 86, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her beloved family on Friday, February 14, 2025.
She was born on Friday, June 24, 1938 in Judsonia, Arkansas to the late Charles Leon ''Dutch'' Westbrook and Gwendolyn ''Winnie'' (Ellenburg) Westbrook.
She grew up in Judsonia, graduating from Judsonia High School in 1956. During her formative years, Helen spent a good deal of time on the courts and developed a deep love of basketball, playing for her high school team. She took her love of basketball and carried it with her throughout her lifetime. She exemplified the definition of a lifelong basketball fan and loved the Arkansas Razorbacks. Helen worked in the manufacturing industry for 17 years in the shipping department at Universal Nolan. She went on to work for Conway Regional Hospital in the payroll department until she retired. She was a member of Liberty Church of Christ.
Mrs. Taylor was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 29 years, Vonnie G. Taylor; son, Michael C. Cockrum and sister, Therma J. ''Sissy'' Bennett.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her sons, Charles W. Cockrum (Tammy) of Conway, Greg D. Cockrum of Cabot, Christopher L. Cockrum (Karen) of Conway and Steven L. Cockrum (Dana) of Plumerville; 13 grandchildren, Charlie (Shayla), Tiffany, Taylor (Matthew), Rachel (Brandon), Cynthia, Christina, Justin (Rebecca), Keli (Joshua), Devan, Alyssa (Tyler), Michael, Mattison and Mason; 12 great-grandchildren; sisters, Jan Althausen, of Twin Falls, ID and Terri Kienlen (Alex) of Conway, AR and a host of other family and friends.
Visitation will be Friday, February 21, 2025 at 1:00pm, followed by the service at 2:00pm at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home with Reverend Larry Pearce officiating. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park, Conway.
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11 Condolence(s)
Bob Barham
Thursday, February 20, 2025
My deepest sympathy and prayers for the family. God Bless
Julie Baldridge
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
I'm so sorry, Terri. What a sister, woman, and Mom!
Mrs. Alfred (Jerrell) Cockrum
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Remembering sweet treasured times spent with your Mom. We loved her and felt loved by her.
Praying for you. Just know that Jesus loves you, and so do I.
Dorothy
Sherri stewart
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Terri, I dont think I ever knew you had a sister. Lifting you and your family in love and
Light.
Marilyn Matthews
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Helen at Universal Nolan. She was beautiful inside and out, always a smile on her face. Prayers
Kim Wilson
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Just wanted to say I’m sorry for your loss to you & Charley & Taylor & the rest of the family!!!
Connie Farner
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
To the family. I’ve got such memories growing up knowing y’all. In Heber Springs when y’all lived in RoseBud or when we all lived in California. And then we moved to Vilonia and yall in Conway. Your mom was a special lady. My prayers go out to each and everyone of yall.
Rhonda Nettles
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Sorry for your loss praying for you and your family.
Melinda Reynolds
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
To Helen's family. I really don't know how to express my sympathy. Helen was such a good friend and lady. I am so glad that I got to work beside her for a while and remained a friend through the years. I will always remember the memories that I have of Helen. Prayers for all the family. She will be missed by many.
Denny Mickels
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
So very sorry for your loss. She was a sweet lady. Always had a smile. I know dhe will be missed.
Bruce &Yvonne King
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Greg, Charles, Steven,Chris
We loved your Mother so much, such a sweet lady.
So sorry for you boys, but happy for her.
God hold you close to his heart and keep you during this hard time.
Love and Prayers