Lisa K. (Simpson) Taylor, age 60, of Corsica, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Lisa was born in Brookville, PA, on May 29, 1965, to the late Paul E. and Harriett R. (Gates) Simpson.

Lisa graduated from Clarion-Limestone High School in Strattanville, PA, with the class of 1983.

Throughout her career, Lisa had worked at a variety of establishments around the area, including Farmer’s Inn Restaurant, Blue Top Restaurant, Short Stop Truck Stop, office cleaning services for Simpson Excavating and Mays Gas & Coal Company, and most recently held the position of office manager at the Ankle & Foot Associates in Brookville, PA.

Lisa participated as a social member with the Corsica Volunteer Fire Company in Corsica, PA, which was a tradition for her family members. She was also a social member with the American Legion in Strattanville, PA.

Lisa married the love of her life, Jeff L. Taylor, on September 5, 1987, at the Corsica United Methodist Church in Corsica, PA; he survives. Their union of more than thirty-eight years was marked by a true love and unwavering commitment to one another.

Lisa enjoyed a variety of leisure activities such as dirt track racing, camping with her family, fishing, boating, mowing her lawn, planting flowers or any other outdoor pursuits. Christmas was her absolute favorite holiday, and she loved going to Kraynaks. She loved feeding her fish and caring for the other animals in her home. Lisa enjoyed unwinding next to her outdoor fire pit or simply sitting and hanging out together with her family.

Family had always been at the forefront of Lisa’s life, with her loving husband, daughters, grandson, and son-in-law, who were the very heart of her existence. She loved spending time with family and friends more than anything else in this world. Throughout her life, Lisa always provided love and support to her loved ones. This kind of enduring love will be long remembered by those who knew and adored her. Her passing has left a void in the hearts of her family, friends, and many more whose lives were touched by her.

In addition to her husband Jeff, Lisa is survived by two daughters; Jennifer Silvis of Corsica, PA and Karlee (Dan Kroh) Taylor of Corsica, PA, one grandson; Jack Kroh of Shippenville, PA; two siblings; Chuck (Penny) Simpson of Corsica, PA, Bill (Cathy) Simpson of Strattanville, PA; one sister-in-law; Tonya Swartzlander; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

In addition to her parents, Lisa was preceded in death by siblings; Jim Simpson, Buckwheat Simpson and Sherri Simpson.

Family and friends will be received on Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 12 – 3 pm and 5 -8 pm at the Carrier Funeral Home, 2834 Maplevale, Rd., Brookville, PA 15825. A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025, also at the funeral home beginning at 11:00 am and officiated by Pastor Brad Lockwood. Interment will take place privately. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carrier Funeral Home, 2834 Maplevale, Rd., Brookville, PA 15825.

Memorial contributions may be made in Lisa’s name to the Corsica Volunteer Fire Company, 201 Main Street, Corsica, PA 15829 or the American Legion, 400 Washington Street, Strattanville, PA 16258. Please visit our website at www.carrierfh.com to find more information or place online condolences.