Melissa Dean Kennedy Taylor, age 44, of LaFollette passed away Saturday, January 14, 2017. She was of the Baptist Faith. Preceded in death by father, Wilbur Eugene Kennedy, Jr. mother, Anna Joan Phipps Kennedy; sister, Barbara Ann Wallace. Survivors Love of her Life Efrin Lawson Daughters: Marissa Rice and Fiancé Matthew Lawson Sky Thomas Sons: Henry Taylor and Fiancé Carrie Brys Grandchildren: Peyton Rice, Colton Taylor and Lilly Taylor Brother: Donnie Kennedy Sisters: Genia Hambright and husband Roger Ginger Burdin and husband James Deloris Kennedy Several nieces and nephews Funeral Services 1 PM Wednesday at Cross-Smith Chapel Interment Pond Cemetery Family will receive friends 5 PM to 7 PM Tuesday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home Condolences may be given online at http://www.cross-smithfuneralhome.com Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home Visitation: 5 PM to 7 PM Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at Cross-Smith Funeral Home Funeral: 1 PM Wednesday at Cross-Smith Chapel Interment: Pond Cemetery