Gay Lynn Tiffany Phariss Taylor passed away on November 5, 2013 in Kennewick, WA, with her family by her side. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Gay Lynn was born on April 11, 1935, in Pampa, Texas. She graduated from Abilene High School. After graduation she married Glen Phariss, together they raised two daughters: Lisa Gale Phariss and Kelly Phariss.

In 1980, Gay Lynn married James Major "Zip" Taylor of Irving, Texas. Together they owned and operated several successful businesses including The Summit Inn and Automated Power Systems.

Gay Lynn's greatest joys where her friends, family, traveling the world, and being a gracious hostess. She was an eternal optimist, and was not afraid to face new challenges. She also loved to fish, garden, and make "Bam's special coffee" for her grandchildren. Gay Lynn is survived by her daughters, Lisa Phariss Taulbee Dale and their daughter, Lexa Taulbee; Kelly Phariss Dean Mike and their children, Rylie and Maggie Dean. She is also survived by James Taylor's children Peggy Price Bob, Larry Taylor Fawn, Tim Taylor Gloria, Todd Taylor Gina and their families.

She was preceded in death by: James Major Taylor, her parents, Lavada Opal Taylor and Clarence Sterling Tiffany, and her only sibling Dana June Wilburn. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Plymouth Park United Methodist Church, 1615 West Airport Freeway, Irving, TX 75062.

Memorial contributions may be made to her favorite charities the Susan G. Komen Foundation and SPCA, or the charity of your choice.