Linda Stallings Obituary

"Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairy tale" - Lila DiPasqua
Linda Taylor Stallings was special! She was the only woman in the world who could wear a red dress on her wedding day and make it work. Linda, 74, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away on December 19, 2024.
Born on March 28, 1950, in Newport, Vermont, Linda's life was marked by a deep devotion to her family, a passion for service, and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others.
Linda graduated with honors from the University of Vermont and went on to become a registered nurse. Her career in healthcare was distinguished by her leadership in hospice care, where she made an enduring impact. In 1983, she became the first paid director of Hospice Support Care in Williamsburg, where she helped develop the organization's bereavement program. Later, as the Executive Director of Hospice House in Williamsburg, Linda was instrumental in turning the dream of providing compassionate end-of-life care into a reality. She was a founding member of the Virginia State Association for Hospices and dedicated her career to ensuring dignity and comfort for those at the end of life.
Linda's love for her family was the cornerstone of her life. She was married to her first love, Col. Charles D. Taylor USAF, "Chuck", who introduced her to the life of a military nomad. Together, they traveled the world and raised their son, Steve. After Chuck's passing in 2009, Linda remained in Williamsburg, where she became a beloved figure in the community.
Lighting struck in 2015, when Linda met and married Roy Stallings, a retired banker, with whom she built a new chapter of her life. The couple traveled the world, created a beautiful home in Williamsburg, and blended their two diverse families into one joyful and loving unit. Together, Roy and her hosted annual family gatherings, including the cherished "Giving of the Abes" gift exchange, and created lasting memories with their five kids and eleven grandchildren, who affectionately called her "Nana."
Linda's ability to embrace life fully, despite the challenges she faced-including battles with both breast and liver cancer-was an inspiration to all who knew her. Linda leaves behind a legacy of kindness, resilience, and love. Her influence touched many lives, and her commitment to others will never be forgotten.
Linda is survived by her beloved husband, Roy Stallings; her son, Steve Taylor; her grandson, Cy Taylor; and a large, blended family of five children, their spouses, and eleven grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, Chuck Taylor, and her younger brother, Steve Fauchs.
Her family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to her longtime best friend, Kerry Mellette, for her unwavering support and guidance throughout the years.
A Celebration of Life reception will be held on Saturday, January 4, from 3:00-5:00 PM in the East Lounge of the Williamsburg Inn. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Linda Taylor Stallings Endowment for clinical education at Hospice House.
Linda lived her "one wild and precious life" with grace and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Linda, please visit our floral store.