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Gorman Taylor Obituary
SHREVEPORT, LA- Judge Gorman E. Taylor, 83, of Shreveport passed away on Friday, May 30th. Services celebrating his life will be held at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Marshall Street Chapel at 9:30 a.m., Monday, June 2nd. Interment will be immediately following at Forest Park Cemetery. The family will receive visitors on Sunday, June 1st at the funeral home from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m..
Judge Taylor was born in Viola, Arkansas on September 13, 1924 to Ida and Orby Taylor. When he was 10 his family moved to Shreveport where he attended C.E. Byrd High School, graduating in 1942. After serving his country in the Army Air Corps during World War II, Gorman attended LSU in Baton Rouge until he attained a degree in law. At this time he began serving his community as a lawyer with Mr. Frank Blanchard and later Mr. Joe Bethard. In 1964 Gorman was appointed Juvenile Judge for Caddo Parish by Governor John McKeithen. He held this position for 33 years, until he retired in 1997. Judge Taylor was instrumental in beginning Rutherford House. He was also on the Board of Directors of Holy Angels and the Baptist Children's Home. Judge Taylor was a Mason as well as a Shriner. He was a member of Broadmoor Baptist Church.
Gorman Taylor was preceded in death by his first wife, Willa Mae Peek Taylor; 2 sisters, Agnes Ross and Thelma Cantrell; 1 brother, Gerald Taylor; and 1 grandson, Joshua Hopkins.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Bonnie G. Taylor; 3 daughters and their husbands, Kay and Ricky Sandlin of Texarkana, Texas, Renee' and David Beard of Natchitoches, La., and Jan and Terry Hopkins of Marshall, Texas; 3 stepchildren and their spouses, Ronald D. and Louise Smith of Shreveport, Larry L. and Sheryl Smith of Longview, Texas, and Kay and Stephen LeRoy of Shreveport; 3 brothers and their wives, Coy and Evelyn Taylor of Shreveport, Max and Jenny Taylor of Houston, Texas, and Leon and Betty Taylor of Shreveport; 1 sister-in-law, Clemie Taylor; 14 grandchildren, Taylor Sandlin, Erick Sandlin, Gretchen Murchison, Lori Vallery, Holly Bolyer, Ben Addison, Katie LeRoy, Daniel LeRoy, Doug Smith, Jennifer Jackson, Patricia Coffin, Christopher Smith, Stuart Smith, and Kendra Smith; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be the grandsons of Judge Taylor. Officiating will be Rev. Taylor Sandlin, another grandson.
Because of his years of devotion and concern for children the family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be sent to either the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, Rutherford House, or Holy Angels. Rose-Neath Funeral Home
Marshall St. Chapel 222-0348
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Jeri Baker
June 10, 2008
Kay LeRoy and Taylor Family--I saw your step-dad's passing in an article in the paper and was so surprised as I had just seen him just a few weeks ago. I'm so glad I got to tell him "thank you" for being the "sweet" Judge at our son, John's, adoption and that we have pictures of that day with your Step-Dad included in our home. He was such a blessing to us that day now some 17 years ago. We will be praying for you as you grieve the loss of this special man. Dave, Jeri, Beth and John Baker
Karen Montgomery-Hoell
June 8, 2008
I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Gorman. I have many fond memories of going to his lake house as a child. Prayers go out to the family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kathy Hurd
June 3, 2008
21 years ago your father presided over my daughter's adoption. He made a very special day for my family and I even more meaningful by his loving and caring attitude. It was obvious to us then, that he was a very special man.
Stephanie Lafitte Saunders
June 1, 2008
Mrs. Bonnie, Kay, Stephen, Katie, and Daniel,
We were all so sorry to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort during this time.
Love,
The entire Lafitte family (Larry, Gary, Stacie, Stephanie, and Laura)
Sarah Tully
June 1, 2008
I am sorry to hear of Judge Taylor's passing. My prayer goes out to his family.
Ginger Causey
June 1, 2008
Mrs. Bonnie, Kay and family,
Judge Taylor will be deeply missed. He was a phenomenal man. I respected, liked and had great respect and admiration for him. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Ginger Causey
Dr. Steve L Whatley, PhD
June 1, 2008
Jan,
You likely don't remember me. (We attended elementary and junior high school together.) While reading about your father's death, I recalled a story you once told of how he used his position to positively influence your childhood behavior. Later, I had the wonderful opportunity to be influenced first-hand by your father during my career with the Shreveport Police Department. He leaves a wonderful legacy to follow. My sympathy to you and your family.
Bill Addison
May 31, 2008
My personal and heartfelt sympathy go to all members of Judge Taylors’ family. He will always have my absolute respect, admiration, and thanks for letting me share in a small part of his life. May he and his family be at peace with God.
Susie & Wes Lang
May 31, 2008
May the loving arms of Christ hold each of you close during this time of sorrow.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Jack Copeland
May 31, 2008
Dear Ron and family, I am so sorry to read of Gorman's passing. He was truly a great man and a good friend to the community. You are all very much in my heart and prayers.
I pray that you are comforted by the Holy Spirit and the many wonderful memories of times shared. God bless you!
Darrell Washam
May 31, 2008
We appreciate the years Judge Taylor served on the Board of Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Staff and Children, LA Baptist Children's Home
Richard Anderson
May 31, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the Taylor family.
Pat & Clydell Ladner
May 31, 2008
Our sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one.
Leslie Posey
May 31, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the Taylor family; to a dear friend Daniel.
Ann and Bob Adams
May 31, 2008
Renee' and all of the Taylor Family, we offer our deepest sympathies for the death of your loved one. May God give you His comfort and peace for this time.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
May 31, 2008
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Judge Gorman E. Taylor our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Judge Taylor. And to Judge Taylor it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps. Judge Taylor, we bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,355 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Judge Taylor’s family and loved ones.
Dennis Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Carolyn Cedars
May 31, 2008
Renee,
I am here my friend if you need me. We know now your Dad is at peace. I know with all the suffering he has done he now with your Mom and now another angel watching over you. My prayers are with you for you loss. YOU REMEMBER I AM HERE AND I DO MEAN IF YOU NEED ME PLEASE CALL.
I KNOW YOUR TIRE AND YOU TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF. THE NEXT FEW DAYS WILL BE TIRING FOR YOU. GOD WILL GUIDE YOU THROUGH ALL THIS.
YOUR FRIEND,
CAROLYN & STACY CEDARS
Michael and Trish Wilson
May 31, 2008
Our prayers are with the Taylor family.
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