LaDonna Mae Taylor, 86, of Corvallis, Mt, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, at the Arron Care Home in Corvallis.

The daughter of Charles and Thelma (Pipes) Taylor, she was born July 19, 1938, in Green Castle, Missouri. She graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in 1960 with degree in education, beginning a career in teaching that lasted more than 35 years. In 1984 she graduated again from NW Mo State with her Master's in Education, finishing her career in Kirksville, Missouri, working with the learning disabled. After retiring, she had an antique store, the Emerald Theater Mall, on the square in Green City, Missouri. She was a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church in Kirksville.

LaDonna is survived by her two sons, Thomas Patten of Hamilton, MT, James Patten of Eugene, OR, her brother Glenn Taylor of St. Joseph, Missouri, and her granddaughter Emily Marie Glassman of Tujunga, CA. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers Gene, Kenn and Bobbie, and her sisters Betty, Barb and Tweed.

LaDonna will always be remembered for her big smile and positive attitude. Her hobbies included photography, advocating for the less fortunate, volunteering, and she loved animals.

There are no services scheduled at this time. The family suggests contributions to your local hospice organization in lieu of flowers.