Gwendolyn Ann (Kreie) Taylor

Gwendolyn Ann (Kreie) Taylor passed away unexpectedly on December 16, 2025, in Quartzsite, Arizona. Gwendolyn was born on January 12, 1974, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, to the late Gary and Debra (Klabunde) Kreie. Gwen attended Manitowoc Public Schools and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1992.

Gwen worked in various positions in Manitowoc and De Pere. One of her jobs was a waitress at Julie’s Cafe in De Pere where she was employed for several years, and, with her personality, got to know many of the customers. She had many regular customers who wanted to sit in her section when she was waitressing. She often talked about the regulars who sat at the counter and shared many stories with her.

Gwen was a compassionate and caring person. She had so many attributes. Gwen often helped to care for her grandpa and grandma Klabunde (Bundy). When her mom, who often became upset and “quit,” Gwen and her cousin Travis were there to help Tina (many other people were there for her grandparents).

Gwendolyn is survived by her children: Baily Kreie, Quenton Taylor, and Nathon Taylor, whom she loved very much (yes she did); grandchildren: Jeremiah and Jamison; three brothers; nieces: Makaya, Olivia, Mekka, Racheal, and Reina; nephew: Raiden; a great niece and nephew; aunts, uncles, many cousins (Chad and Travis, with whom Gwen had some good times); friends; and other relatives.

Gwen is preceded in death by her parents, Gary and Debra (Klabunde) Kreie, sister Rebecca Alveraz, paternal and maternal grandparents; aunts, uncles, and other relatives.

Addiction did not define who Gwendolyn was. No matter who doesn’t want to keep hearing that addiction is a disease: Yes, it is. It is very difficult to watch a loved one go through such hurt and pain. But it is even more difficult when only so little can be done until they can accept help. Everyone, please look up, not down.

Gwendolyn was a baptized child of God, and I believe the Lord welcomed her home with open arms. Gwen, I will do everything I can to help and advocate for people struggling with their addictions/mental health. But also for people no longer with us. In Gwen’s last text to me, she asked me, “What are the stages of grief?” You don't need to worry about grief anymore, only peace. -- Tina

Gwen and her mother both liked this saying:

“See you on the other side.”