Alexis Tylene Stantyn-Taylor

Our beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Alexis Tylene Stantyn-Taylor, passed away on December 30, 2025. Her life was one of courage, creativity, compassion, and unwavering love. Alexis was born on November 12, 1984, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Stanley Rhees Stantyn and Morgan Jo Holt Stantyn. A lifelong Utah resident, she carried a deep love for her home and community. She married the love of her life, Philip Sean Taylor, in November 2004, and their marriage was later solemnized in the Oquirrh Mountain Utah LDS Temple in July 2024. Affectionately known as Ali or Lexi, Alexis was the proud and devoted mother of four beautiful daughters—Issabella Savannah Rhees, Emma Marie Jo, Abigail Lilly Ann, and Olivia Scarlett Tylene. Being their mother was her greatest joy and her most cherished role. Alexis had an insatiable love of learning. If she was ever told she couldn’t do something, she would quietly go and learn how—until she could. A self-taught problem solver and natural teacher, she approached life with determination and curiosity. She loved to draw from an early age, showing artistic promise as a toddler, and she continued to teach herself new skills throughout her life. Her creativity flourished into a professional calling. Alexis studied illustration through the San Francisco Academy of Art and Design and the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design. She illustrated published books, created deeply meaningful remembrance portraits for grieving families, and earned awards for her work, including recognition at the South Jordan City Art Show. She was also an award-winning dancer who loved all genres of music. Alexis was a true hero. In 2001, she was honored as an American Red Cross Youth Hero after courageously saving multiple families from an apartment fire in West Jordan. Acting without hesitation, she alerted residents and helped them escape—thinking only of others’ safety before her own. Her heart was always with those who needed someone in their corner. She fought for the underdog, cared deeply for others, and put people before herself. She was a devoted Dragon Mama, fiercely loving and protective, and a passionate ally to the LGBTQ+ community, supporting and loving all those she helped. She was proud of the community club she helped start in Eagle Mountain with a close friend, creating a place of belonging for many. Alexis was a registered officiant and had the honor of marrying several friends and family members. She was an active and faithful member of her church and will be deeply missed by her congregation. At home, Alexis was a force of talent and generosity. She loved to cook and experiment with new recipes, joyfully sharing whatever she made. Her sourdough creations—cinnamon rolls, breads, and rolls—were especially beloved. She was an exceptional baker and cook, known for her baklava, Mexican wedding cookies, tamales, and countless other dishes made with love. She was also incredibly handy—fearlessly tackling projects, home repairs, and even vehicle maintenance. Whether changing oil, rotating tires, fixing what others couldn’t, or simply figuring things out, Alexis did it all with confidence and skill. She was an avid animal lover, welcoming many beloved pets into her life over the years. An enthusiastic antiquarian, Alexis had an uncanny instinct for discovering valuable antiques, meaningful treasures, and beautiful clothing—often knowing instantly if something was special or if she’d regret leaving it behind. Above all, Alexis was kind, patient, loving, and strong. She listened deeply, gave endlessly, and loved without judgment. She would give the shirt off her back without hesitation. To those closest to her, she was a hero—someone who loved others even when they struggled to love themselves. Alexis is survived by her loving husband, Philip Sean Taylor; Issabella Savannah Rhees, Emma Marie Jo, Abigail Lilly Ann, and Olivia Scarlett Tylene; her father, Stanley Rhees Stantyn; her siblings, Airaka Nichole (Douglas) Hayes, Angel Lynn (Chris) Harvey, Rhees Jared Stantyn, Jesston Adam Stantyn, and Joshua Michael (Aubrey) Stantyn; her father- and mother-in-law, Tim and Christine Taylor; and many cherished nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and extended family. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Morgan Jo Stantyn. Friends and family may call Thursday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon at the San Tropez Branch, 3364 West 11400 South, South Jordan, Utah 84095. Interment will follow at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park – South Valley. Alexis’s life was one of service, creativity, bravery, and boundless love. Her legacy lives on in the many lives she touched, the family she adored, and the light she shared so freely. She will be missed beyond measure. https://gofund.me/396e30249

Alexis Tylene Stantyn-Taylor

November 12, 1984 - December 30, 2025