Lottie Deneik Taylor, 22, of Hot Springs, Arkansas transitioned on Sunday, June 18, 2023. A beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend, Lottie was born on July 24, 2000, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, to Angelia Ellis and Wendell Taylor.

Lottie was preceded in death by her grandmother, Lottie Hayden, and her grandfathers, James Hayden and Carl Ellis Sr.

Lottie was a loving and compassionate individual who possessed an innate ability to find beauty in everything around her. From a young age, she embraced her faith and actively participated in church, utilizing her gift of singing, praise dancing, and public speaking. In 2019, she graduated from Hot Springs World Class High School and pursued her passion for cosmetology at Paul Mitchell School. She possessed an unwavering belief that true beauty stemmed from both the inside and out, and she dedicated herself to helping others feel better about themselves and brighten their day. One of her most significant contributions was her partnership with HSSD, where she offered free haircuts and styles to youth and families in her community. Lottie saw this act of kindness as an essential part of her mission to give back, spreading love and kindness wherever she went. Recently, she completed her studies in CNA school at National Park College, further showcasing her commitment to caring for others.

Fashion was another one of Lottie's passions, and she expressed her creativity through her clothing brand, Pretty Plus Collection, catering to plus-size individuals. Her pursuit of knowledge and eagerness to try new things were truly admirable traits. Those who had the privilege of knowing her will forever remember her beauty, grace, caring personality, and kind soul. Her absence will be deeply felt by all whose lives she touched. But the relationship she had with her twin Mary, was not like any other they were not just twins but best friends.

Lottie is survived by her loving parents, Angelia Ellis and Wendell Taylor, and her siblings: Katessa Stevenson, Jordan Taylor, Martese Taylor, her twin sister Mary Taylor, Wriachike "KeKe" Means, and Wendella Taylor. She also leaves behind her grandparents, Mary (Bobby) Riley, and her aunts and uncles: Linda (James) Rucker, Lisa Taylor, Theresa Hayden, Carl Ellis Jr., Roy (Dee) McGhee, Odell (Cheryl) Taylor, and Patrick Taylor. Additionally, she is survived by numerous cousins and friends who will forever cherish the memories they shared with her.

We love you so much, words cannot explain how we feel right now. We never thought you would leave before us. Our hearts are broken into a million pieces. No one will get to see how talented you are and how much of a kind soul you had, and people will miss out on how special you are to have around in their life. We will see you soon, Our beautiful shining star. Mom & Dad

The memorial service will be Saturday, July 1, 2023, at 11:00 AM at St Mark Baptist Church 542 Crescent Ave Hot Springs, AR 71901.

The guest registry is at http://www.carriganmemorial.com
Arrangements are entrusted to Carrigan Memorial Funeral Services.