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As you know, our beloved Party Chair Rebecca Taylor passed away last month. The Celebration of Life for Becca is scheduled for Friday, September 6 at 5:00pm at Marina Village. Please see the flyer for more details and the RSVP link. If you would like to make a donation to support this memorial, you can do so here.
Rebecca "Becca" Lynn Taylor
September 10, 1983 – July 17, 2024
Rebecca Lynn Taylor, a devoted Navy veteran, passionate advocate, and vibrant community leader, tragically passed away in a motorcycle accident on July 17, 2024, at the age of 40.
Born on September 10, 1983, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Rebecca’s life was a testament to resilience and dedication. As a true military brat, she lived in various states including South Carolina, California, Virginia, and Texas, though she spent the majority of her childhood in Plano, TX.
Rebecca proudly served in the Navy, working as an aviation electrician and serving in Afghanistan. Her military service was a source of immense pride and shaped her lifelong commitment to supporting veterans. After her military career, she pursued higher education with vigor, earning both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Gerontology from San Diego State University, reflecting her dedication to improving the lives of older adults.
Rebecca’s advocacy extended beyond her professional and educational achievements. As the chair of the Democratic Party in San Diego, she was a fervent supporter of LGBTQ rights and progressive causes. Her diverse interests included riding her Harley, traveling the world, and meeting new people. She loved creating bonds with people from all walks of life, and never went anywhere without making a friend.
She is survived by her parents, Timothy (TJ) and Amy Cook, and Patrice and Don Frazier; along with her siblings and their spouses - Brandy and John Waters, Thomas and Jessica Cook, Holly and Dakota Edwards, Caitlin Cook, and Dylan Cook. Rebecca is also survived by her three nephews, two nieces, a large extended family and vast network of friends who will deeply miss her.
A celebration of Rebecca’s life will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 5 p.m. at Marina Village, 1936 Quivira Way, San Diego, California. All who knew her are invited to join in honoring her remarkable life and the enduring impact she made on those around her.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Rebecca’s memory be made to the Becca Taylor Scholarship Fund established by the San Diego & Imperial Counties Labor Council or to a charity that supports and/or advocates for Veterans, victims of sexual assault and/or the LGBTQ+ community.
Rebecca’s spirit, her boundless enthusiasm, and the joy she brought to others will forever be remembered. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.