Katie Rose Taylor

Katie Rose Taylor, 49 of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025.

Born on March 23, 1976 in Bemidji, Minnesota, she was a daughter of Carol Mestrovich and the late Kenneth Hanson.

Katie moved from her hometown to South Carolina during her teenage years, where she later graduated. In her younger days, she enjoyed shooting pool and was a proud member of the America Poolplayers Association. She also worked as a bartender and was loved by everyone who knew her. 

At 32, Katie welcomed her daughter, Samantha Taylor, on May 14, 2008. Later that year, on December 20, 2008, she married Robert Taylor. 

Some of Katie's favorite pastimes included having long phone conversations with her mom, watching cooking shows, enjoying activities with her daughter, and spending time with her beloved pets, even if she often joked about them being "annoying."

Katie may not have been fond of many people, but those she loved, loved her deeply in return.

Katie is survived by her husband, Robert Taylor; mother, Carol Mestrovich; and daughter, Samantha Taylor. 

The family will receive friends on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM at McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation in Goose Creek with a Memorial Service immediately following at 3:00 PM.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com/. 

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation, 869 St. James Avenue, Goose Creek, SC 29445, (843) 553-1511.