Elva Warner Taylor 89, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2009. Elva was born in Tucson on October 19, 1920. She has been a long time Tucson resident and is a descendant of Tucson pioneer, Solomon Warner. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, U.S. Marine Corps Col. Richard M. Taylor and her daughter, Kimberley A. Taylor. She is survived by her three sons, Richard, Robert and Jock, plus many grandchildren. Elva was small in stature but large in character and personality. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at EAST LAWN PALMS CHAPEL, 5801 E. Grant Rd. at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2009. Published in the Tucson Newspapers on December 18, 2009