Deloris Jean Gatling-Taylor

June 30, 1941 - June 13, 2020

Deloris Jean Gatling-Taylor was born to Preston and Maxine E. Gatling on June 30, 1941 in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Deloris, affectionately known as “Dee”, graduated from New Brunswick High school and was very close to many of her classmates in the class of 1959. She later attended Nancy Taylor Business School. Dee always did her best to exceed expectations. After completing business school, she started her career at Revlon in Edison, NJ, where she worked for 7 years. In 1968, she joined the team at E.R. Squibb & Sons, which later became Bristol Myer Squibbs, where she spent 35 years as an Administrative Assistant prior to retiring in 2003. Never one to sit still too long, Dee promptly became the secretary of the Bristol -Myers Squibb Retirees Club. Realizing that she had a special gift of both helping people and being extremely organized, Dee very quickly got back to work helping in different capacities as she was employed at the Eternal Life Christian Center for over two and a half years. Dee loved her church and was a lifelong member of Mt Zion A.M.E. Church in New Brunswick. She was a very active member at Mt Zion and could often be seen wearing her large brim fashionable hats. During her many years at Mt. Zion, Dee held the position of church secretary for 8 years, and was appointed as one of the first female trustees, a position she held for over 20 years. Recognizing her talent and skill with managing money, Dee also held positions as the treasurer of the Mt. Zion Senior Ministry and treasurer of the Edward Lane Scholarship Committee. She was also a member of the Finance Commission. In addition to her leadership positions, Dee was also a member of the Praising Healthy Ministry. Dee was united in marriage to the love of her life, Elijah Taylor on February 17, 2002. Together, they celebrated 18 years of marriage. Some of her fondest memories were of the two of them hitting the dance floor before any other couple. “Jean” or “Ms. Dee”, as she was fondly called, was a gentle soul that loved everyone. Dee was a classy lady and was loved by all who were blessed to know her. She had many hobbies and lived a full life. She was always a sharp dresser as she made many of her own clothes. Dee was an avid bowler and former president of the Pop Whiting Bowling League. She loved to travel and was a travel consultant that helped many people enjoy seeing other parts of the world. Dee leaves to celebrate and cherish her life, her husband Elijah Taylor of New Jersey; her son Derek Gatling of New Jersey; stepson Jerry (Angel) Taylor of New Jersey; two grandchildren, Demira Mauldin Gatling of Rhode Island and Elijah-Juan London of New Jersey; siblings Dorothy (Joseph) Tuggle of Florida, Donald Gatling of Georgia, formerly of New Jersey and Karen Gatling of New Jersey, one goddaughter Elianah Connie Avarham, and a host of nephews, nieces, family and friends. In lieu of flowers please consider giving a donation to the Edward lane Scholarship Fund at Mt Zion A.M.E. Church. Dee loved seeing young people realize their dreams by furthering their education. Zoom Livestream of the funeral: Time: Jun 23, 2020 11 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84234792485?pwd=WWdkc0Njd0gyT0ZZMDVEZDV0YzdBQT09 Meeting ID: 842 3479 2485 Password: 227502 One tap mobile +13126266799,,84234792485#,,,,0#,,227502# US (Chicago) +19292056099,,84234792485#,,,,0#,,227502# US (New York) Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 842 3479 2485 Password: 227502 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kRKWDP33m