Shellie’s Obituary Death

Shellie Jean Taylor, affectionately known as “Sister Sue”, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the age of 20. Shellie Jean, a resident of Amite, LA, was born on February 18, 2005, in Baton Rouge.

To know Shellie Jean was to love her. A shining star in every sense, she was witty, loving, and full of life. Shellie had an innate ability to light up any room she entered, making her the center of attention in the best way possible. Whether it was dressing up for an event or simply spending time with loved ones, she never hesitated to show her vibrant, one-of-a-kind personality. Her infectious laughter and joyful spirit made her the life of every gathering.

A devoted daughter, Shellie Jean’s love for her family was evident in every interaction. She shared a special bond with her mother, who lovingly prepared her favorite meals. Although tiny, she could eat her weight in crawfish or snow crabs.. Shellie’s love for good food was only  rivaled by her passion for life and the people in it.

She was a 2025 graduate of John Jay Beauty School in New Orleans, where she pursued her passion for hair and makeup as an aesthetician. Shellie Jean’s artistic talent and love for making others feel beautiful were clear in everything she did.  She was eagerly looking forward to attending nursing school in the fall.

Shellie Jean was greeted in heaven by her MiMi, Dot Taylor, and her grandpaw, Jack Taylor.

She leaves behind many who loved her dearly, including her mother, Lisa Taylor; her father, Michael Taylor; her brothers, Christopher and Jason (Chelsea Bates); her cherished niece, Rylee Jo Taylor; her grandpaw, Don Taylor; and her grandmother, Marian Taylor, affectionately known as MawMaw Marnie. She is also survived by her loving boyfriend, Cayne Ramsey. In addition, she is survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; including a special aunt and uncle, Tammy and Chuck Rick; and Linda Perez; special cousins, Brittany and Chris McKinney, who were more like an aunt and uncle to her; and special cousins, Caidence, Collin, and Chloe McKinney, and Cody and Alli Rick, and their daughters Amelia, Abigail, Adeline, and Annie Kate.

Pallbearers will be Charlie LeBlanc, Chris McKinney, Christopher Taylor, Chuck Rick, Cody Rick, Collin McKinney, and Jason Taylor.

A visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home of Amite, on Wednesday, May 28, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, followed by a celebration of her life at 11:00 AM.  Burial will be at Greensburg Cemetery.  Her family invites all who knew and loved Shellie Jean to join them in remembering her bright spirit.

”Do not let your hearts be troubled.  You believe in God; believe also in me.  My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you?  And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” John 14: 1-3