Mable McCruter Taylor

Mable J. McCruter-Taylor, 89, was born on February 20, 1936, in Sawyerville, Alabama, and raised in Birmingham. She later made Mansfield, Ohio, her home, where she spent most of her life. Mable passed away, leaving behind a legacy of strength, unwavering faith, and a deep love for her family.

She is survived by her only daughter, Sharon Hatcher-Morris, and two sons, Larry Williams and Ronald “Breeze” Williams (Shelly Williams). She also leaves behind her stepchildren: Brent Taylor; Steve and Lisa Taylor; and Stephanie Ross; her last living sister, Inez McCruter (Willie Peoples); her special nephew, Ivan Peoples; and her special daughters: Jackie Williams, Mary Hatcher, Brenda Winham, Cindy Kilgore, Jackie Bond, and Donna Smith, as well as her daughter-in-law, Jennifer Williams.

Mable’s memory lives on through her 11 beloved grandchildren: Ronald Williams Jr., Shawnte Hodge, (Larry Hodge) Devall Williams, Kamilah Williams, Kiara Williams, Tylei Morris, Kwne Williams, and Kavon Williams, as well as her cherished step-grandchildren: Deon’te Weatherspoon, Christopher Smith, Telecia Morris, and Takara Morris. She was also blessed with 14 great-grandchildren who filled her heart with joy, along with a host of nieces and nephews. And, of course, she held a special place in her heart for her dog, Ace.

Mable was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Taylor; her parents, Inez and Willie McCruter; her brothers, Bill McCruter and Willie “Coo-Baby” McCruter; her sisters, Adell Tabb and Bertha Lee McCruter; her sons, David Williams and Robert Keith “Po Dip” Williams; and her sister-in-law, Eileen Petty.

A woman of resilience and dedication, Mable worked for 15 years at Westinghouse and later spent 25 years at General Motors, where she retired in 2005. She had a strong work ethic and took pride in providing for her family.

She found joy in the simple things watching Monday Night Wrestling, listening to her favorite church programs, watching Family Feud, and, most importantly, reading her Bible every morning and every night. She was a member of the Oasis Church of Love.

Mable leaves behind not only a strong and loving family, but a legacy of faith in God always believing that “He was going to work it out.” Her unwavering love for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren will live on through the many lives she touched.