Erin Taylor-Vining

Erin Taylor-Vining, age 54, of Dallas, Georgia, entered into her eternal rest on August 14, 2025.

Born on March 26, 1971, in Denville, New Jersey, Erin was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Bryce) Lynch and Ralph Lynch and the beloved niece of Malcolm “Uncle Mal” Batson. She grew up in a loving family with her siblings Heather (Neil) Davis of Norwich, New York, Keith (Jennifer) Lynch of Marietta, Georgia, Allyson (Wayne) College of Syracuse, New York and Dawn Leon of Salem, Oregon. From an early age, she was known for her compassion, loyalty, and caring for others.

Erin was a devoted wife, mother, sister, teacher, and friend. She married to the love of her life, Patrick Vining, and together they shared 17 wonderful years of marriage and built a beautiful family in Dallas, Georgia. She is survived by her children: Jordan Taylor and his wife Britney, with their daughter McKenzie; and her daughters Lizzie, Maddie, and Caroline.

Education was Erin’s calling and lifelong passion. She earned her Master’s degree in Special Education and went on to dedicate over 30 years to teaching. She poured her heart into her students, especially those who faced the greatest challenges, and she touched countless lives as both a mentor and a role model.

Faith was at the center of Erin’s life. As a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, she found strength, community, and purpose. Her church family walked alongside her in both joy and hardship, and she remained steadfast in her belief that God had a plan for her life.

Those who knew Erin will remember her fierce devotion to her family, her joy in motherhood, and her boundless love that extended not only to people but also to the many animals who found a place in her home over the years.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Dallas, Georgia, followed by the funeral service at 3:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to support her students’ at Fair Oaks Elementary School Foundation athttps://4agc.com/donation_pages/4b23cf25-e53c-4b52-bd8b-ebc729d0cedb

Erin’s life was a testimony of faith, perseverance, and love. She will be dearly missed, but her legacy will live on in her children, her family, her students, and all who had the blessing of knowing her.