Ann C. Taylor (nee Schnauz) Ann Caroline passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, surrounded by her entire family. She was married to her beloved husband Drew Taylor for 54 years and was a dedicated mother to Tracy Reed (Glenn), Melissa Gallagher (John) and Drew. She treasured her role as a grandmother to Tyler, Emily, Abby, Ciara, Caitlin, Brenna, and Andrew, and her grand dogs Bo and Bailey. Ann was the dear sister of John and the late Tom Schnauz, along with a wonderful aunt to many nieces and nephews who cherished her deeply.
Ann was born on March 20th, 1952, to John and Ann (Burns) Schnauz, spending her life in Kearny up until 4 years ago, when she and Drew retired to PA. She married her husband Drew in 1971 and supported him in his police career, being a part of the PBA Women’s Auxillary, as well as being a Kearny Doe. Ann went on to be a teacher’s aide for special education at Kearny Board of Education until her retirement.
Ann enjoyed many hobbies, such as bowling, gardening, playing Yahtzee and candy crush, and completing puzzles. She was her family’s personal seamstress and was never seen without her sewing machine. She was known to be a chocolate connoisseur, and you were always able to find klondikes, chocolate cherries, and Keebler’s cookies in her kitchen. She was a lifelong Giants fan, which is always a challenge, but she supported them no matter what.
After moving to the Poconos with her husband, she loved to spend time on the boat with a Rolling Rock while dancing and listening to 70s music. She will also be remembered on holidays for her world-famous desserts including her trifle and tiramisu.
All who have met her were made to feel like they were her favorite, and she made sure to tell you so. Friends and family everywhere knew that stepping foot in her home meant you became family to her. Her humor and optimism were clear to everyone that met her and continuously filled the room she stood in.
Most of all, Ann will be remembered most for the love she had for her family. Her home was filled with photos of her kids and grandkids covering the walls. She loved to travel to all the sports games, birthdays, and graduations over the years and be the biggest cheerleader. She will be incredibly missed by the Arrowhead Lake Community in which she resided in, as well as by all who have known her.
Visiting will be on Thursday from 2pm - 6pm at the Wilfred Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Dr., Kearny. A Prayer Service will begin at at 3pm in the Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105-9959.
