Leila Taylor Baggett

October 30, 1924 - November 18, 2020

Baggett – Leila Taylor Baggett , age 96, of Keystone Heights, Florida went to her heavenly home on November 18, 2020, at her residence with her family by her side. Leila was born in Rapid City, SD on October 30, 1924 to the late John Daniel Taylor and Edna Gibson Taylor. In 1946, Leila married the love of her life Howard Lafayette Baggett and together they spent 55 beautiful years. Leila spent most of her life in Jacksonville, FL where she was an elementary school teacher at Spring Park Elementary before retiring after over 30 years. She was a member of Peace Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville where she enjoyed serving and worshipping her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In 2013, Leila relocated to Keystone Heights where she has spent the past several years. She enjoyed being outdoors working in her garden and swimming. Leila was an avid reader who also liked to play cards especially her favorite game “bridge”. She was known for her favorite saying “How can I help you?” or “What can I do for you?” she had a heart for serving others. More than anything, Leila loved her family especially her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her sisters Ruth Taylor Clapper, and Phyllis Taylor; and her brother, Colonel David Daniel Taylor. Leila is survived by her sons; Howard D. Baggett, and Richard T. (Shirley) Baggett both of Keystone Heights, FL; her grandchildren, Justin Baggett, Danielle Baggett, Nicholas (Mia) Alexander, Kimberly Baggett, Kelly (Kamryn) Underhill; her great grandchildren, Bryce Baggett, Archer Alexander, Arya Alexander, Atlas Alexander, Addison Alexander, and Karsyn Underhill. A Memorial Celebration Leila’s Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, Starke, Fl. 904-964-5757.