Julie A. Taylor

Julie Taylor, 60, of Findlay, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She will be greatly missed by her brother, Grant (Linda) Rider, sister, Laurie Rider (Don Sotka); nieces, Lauren (Jeff) Williams, Lindsay (James) Pristov; and great nieces, Autumn, Lily, Ellie, and Rylee. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marjorie (Rusty) and Ed Rider.

Julie grew up in North Canton and was a graduate of Hoover High School class of 1983. She graduated from Bowling Green State University and Bluffton University where she attained a Master’s Degree in Education. Julie loved teaching and was a fixture at Riverdale Junior High School for 34 years. Julie didn't just teach--she built a community, turning colleagues into lifelong friends and leaving a lasting mark on her students.

Julie was a member of New Life Assembly of God Church where she enjoyed sharing in small groups and Bible studies. She had a special gift of encouragement, starting a card ministry at the church, which continues to lift people up today. Many still treasure her hand made embossed cards. Julie was known for her kindness, big hugs, and love of life and people and DOGs! She never met a dog that wasn't her friend!

Friends and family may visit from 4 – 7 p.m. Friday, April 17, 2026 at New Life Assembly of God Church, 3120 Norcrest St., Findlay. A memorial service will be held at the church the following day, Saturday, April 18 at 11:30 a.m. Guests will be received an hour before the service.

In honor of the loving care Julie received, in lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation to the Blanchard Valley Health Foundation/Armes Family Cancer Care Center, 1900 S. Main St., Findlay Ohio 45840 or to New Life Assembly of God Church, 3120 Norcrest St., Findlay, OH 45840.

HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, (419-422-1500), is honored to serve Julie’s family.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.huffordfh.com.