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Jesse Taylor Obituary



Jesse 'Guitar' Taylor Jesse Taylor loved playing guitar so much it became his middle name. Jesse, who passed away at his home in Austin Tuesday at 55, first heard an electric guitar blaring from a garage band in Lubbock. Jesse 'Guitar' Taylor set out to make his life being a rock 'n' roll musician, and to the lasting enrichment of Austin and Lubbock and many points in between, he managed it with the grace of his upbringing and an uproarious roadhouse style. Jesse had some wild hairs. He once walked out of an Austin beer joint during a band break and hopped a freight, just because he missed riding the rails. He jumped off the Congress Avenue bridge one night and surfaced in Town Lake with the realization, well now, that shore there is a pretty fair swim. The goatee and tattooed forearms and booted swagger were part of his statement. But when health slowed him down, he proved himself a gifted painter. Within all that was the heart of one of the world's kindest men. Born April 10, 1950, Jesse was raised in Lubbock by a remarkable mother, Martha Fain. She came from a family of Czech cotton farmers. He spent summers on the farms of his uncles, who at their dinner tables spoke the language of the old country. Jesse's friends growing up were a constellation of talent - Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Butch Hancock, John X. Reed, Ponty Bone, Loyd Maines, T.J. McFarland. In 1967 Jesse joined the band of another Lubbock contemporary, Angela Strehli, and they headlined with rhythm and blues shows at the Vulcan Gas Company and in holes-in-the-wall on the east side. He was bouncing between Austin, California, Colorado, and back to Lubbock. He hitchhiked to get around, and one day a black man in a Cadillac picked him up. His name was C.B. "Stubb" Stubblefield. He parked the car in front of a barbecue joint and said, "Well, this is where I'm going." Jesse said he'd always wanted to go in that place. "I'll tell you what," said Stubb. "I got a barbecue sandwich and a cold beer that's got your name on it." Which led to the storied jams that Jesse organized on Sunday afternoons, and in the general migration of those years, brought the institution of Stubb's Barbecue and music to Austin. Jesse was the guitarist in Joe Ely's band from 1975 to 1982. Bonnie Raitt tried to hire him away, but Texas was where his loves and friendships and children were. He toured with Billy Joe Shaver and Kinky Friedman and, with his old friend John X. Reed, he recorded South Side Guitar in 2001. Jesse knew he was ailing by then, but the lead instrumental he composed was as rowdy and inspired as ever. The piece was called "Don't Give Up." Jesse is survived by his sister Kathy Taylor and brother Timothy Fain; his daughters Nicole Taylor, Chelsea Taylor, and Carrie Young; his niece Cara Fain; his grandsons Taylor Peterkin and Lucas Butler; and his loving partner Kim Elaine Stewart. Visitation to be from 7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Thursday March 9, 2006 at Cook/Walden N. Lamar in Austin, Tex. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday March 11, 2006 in the Resthaven Abbey Chapel on W. 19th St., Lubbock, Tex. Anyone wishing to help defray funeal expenses may send contributions to Kathy Taylor, 912 Koerner Lane, Austin, TX 78721.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Mar. 9, 2006.

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Hello, my condolences for your loss. I don´t imagine anyone is monitoring this page, so long after the passing of Jesse however, I´m reaching out because I purchased an amplifier that appears to have been signed by him. Wondering if anybody knows if this actually belongs to Jesse.

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Lucas Schuermann

December 8, 2010

Hej Jesse

deine Music begleitet uns immer und du bist in gedanken immer unter uns

tracey kerwick

November 6, 2008

To all of Jesse's family and friends,
I was so happy to see that someone kept Jesse's guest book "alive." (I did the same for my brother, michael kerwick.)
Jesse indroduced himself to me in 1987-1988 (?) after he saw me at a few shows at the CC. (He was playing w/Butch at the time.) I will never forget the first time we hung out... we talked about literature, art, music, family and friends until the sun came up...I will treasure this memory and many others forever...I met some of his family and friends and I know how much he loved them...I hope you all have found some peace during this last couple of years...I think of him every day as I know you do too...Love to you all!

Jesse playing with Joe Ely in Lubbock

August 31, 2006

dinner with Jesse at Bill Gammill's

Bill Gammill

August 31, 2006

I want to add my condolences to the rest. Part of the joy of being a musician in Lubbock in the late 70s was getting to know guys like Jesse and marveling at his talent.

I was the pianist and string/brass arranger at Caldwell Studios in those days with Lloyd and Kenny Maines and a string of great drummers, from Donnie Maines to Steve Meador. We helped record an amazing array of talent, especially in a small city like Lubbock - from well-knowns like Jesse and Ely and the other Flatlanders to people you'll never hear of who loved music enough to come in and record.

I was honored when Jesse asked me to play organ on his first solo LP. Another great memory of Jesse was when a local evangelist rented a Lubbock nightclub to make it a "Christian Club" for a night. Two or three acts provided the music. I asked Jesse to sit in with us and, being a friend who seldom said no, he agreed. The highlight of the night was when he ripped into an inspired rendition of "Amazing Grace" that just electrified the crowd. I still have a cassette of it somewhere.

To the family, may God be near during the months ahead. Know how many people loved Jesse as you did.
Warmly,

Weldon Taylor

May 10, 2006

Jesse Taylor was my brother, I have just found out of his death on the web, was so sorry to hear of this, wish I could have known of his illness sooner, I would have been there, Weldon Taylor

mik perry

April 2, 2006

jesse so sad enjoyed every special moment spent with

you laugghs drik and music in austin london and wales special guy

you,ll be missed love you ....mik

Vickie

March 24, 2006

Another sad loss of a really nice guy and long-time Austin(Lubbuck) musician. Lots of nice memories of the "old" music days with Jesse. His presence will be missed.

Jennifer Gilley

March 23, 2006

We met Jesse upon our return to Austin, Texas in 1989. My then husband, Bob had a Subaru shop and we developed a friendship with Jesse because he was most certainly "one of a kind". We had weekend Barbeques in which Jesse and others would just "jam". My daughters who were young at the time played along on their toy guitars thinking Jesse was just "one of the guys". One would never know that he was so well known.....he was just Jesse....average like the rest of us. But we all know that he was far from average. So talented, such a great personality and so positive all the time. My daughters, Danielle (22) and Michelle (19)will miss Jesse as they would an Uncle. Their Dad, Bob Gilley, loved Jesse as a brother and will be lost without him.



Nicole,

It has been years since I have seen you personally. However, I hold you in my thoughts and prayers through this more than difficult time.



Jennifer

I will treasure this photo forever, thanks Jesse.

Bob Liberatore

March 23, 2006

I only met Jesse one time while he was on tour with Billy Joe Shaver in '02. My remembrance, what a great guy and what a great guitar player.

Scott Mackdanz

March 17, 2006

After years of hearing Jesse on records, I had the pleasure of seeing him play live on two occasions (with Joe Ely and with Billy Joe Shaver). I spoke with Jesse at the Shaver show and I was amazed at how humble and sweet he was. I saw Joe Ely play solo the other night and he talked about how much he misses Jesse. He shared some great stories, including the one about the roofing job. Thanks for the music Jesse, and for your generous spirit. Rest in peace...

Mandy Mercier

March 15, 2006

One of the greatest musicians, and greatest, kindest, funniest, nicest (and coolest!!) people who ever lived. Thank you Jesse and love always. Heartfelt condolences to all of Jesse's family and thank you for sharing him with us.

Shaun Martin

March 15, 2006

I had the privilege of first meeting Jesse Taylor during my freshman year at South Plains College in Levelland, Texas. We actually had a History class together. He was a pleasure to know then and years later when I would see him around clubs in Austin, he always had a minute to chat with me and made me feel whatever we talked about was of the utmost importance to him. He was a gentle, kind man and the world is a better place for having him in it. God bless you Jesse. I hope this train ride is the best ever.

Wolfgang Metzmacher

March 14, 2006

I only met Jesse one time, when he was on tour in Germany with Calvin Russell. He was a great guitarist and a really nice guy.

Keep on rocking

carlini carlo

March 14, 2006

VICTORY ( charles bukowski )

wath bargains we have made
we have
kept
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br>as the dogs of the hours
close in
nothing
can be taken
from us
but
our lives


Charles Bukowski

ciao Jesse...see you soon


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Janice Baranowski

March 13, 2006

I use to drag my young son around in the early 80s to go see Joe Ely's band. Once, before a show at Gruene Hall, my son wanted to write a letter to Joe telling him how much he loved this band -- Derek was only 6 at the time. In the letter he was asking for them to play Crazy Lemon for him 'cause that was his favorite song. Derek only asked me how to spell guitarist while writing his letter. After he finished, I read it and he was telling Joe that he had the BEST guitarist ever. Yes, out of the mouths of babes! We got to know the guys after that by visiting all the time behind Gruene Hall and just having fun together and Jesse was ALWAYS a sweet man no matter what was going on around. He will be missed, but I suppose he lived such a full life in such a short time it was time to catch the next train.

Barbara Beal

March 12, 2006

This is my second written entry for Jesse "Guitar" Taylor. I too remember the New Year's Eve party at The Ausitn Music Hall, and several gigs that Joe Eli and his band played for SXSW. Jesse played his "heart" out on that guitar. It was very touching for me to see the "cross section" of people who came out this past Thursday night at Cook Waldon Funeral Home to pay their respects to Jesse and his lovely family. There was a lot of love, joy, and tears thatnight, but I know that God and The Angels have a very special place in heaven in God's beautiful garden. I haven't seen Kathy and Tim in almost 13 years since we use to work together at FIRST USA BANK. Jesse touched so many lives, that these lives can't be counted. Like everyone else, I loved Jesse's music, and Joe Eli's band. Jesse more than likely has "already started a new band in Heaven," that the music's still great.



Hang in there Kathy, Tim, Jesse's daughters, nices and nephews, and all who loved him very much. You all are and always be in my prayers and thoughts. If there's anything that I can do for you, let me know.



From Barbara beal

Austin, TX

[email protected]

Dee Akard-Welborn

March 12, 2006

Met Jesse on the way to the corner market and in a whirlwind, he introduced the once in a lifetime threshold from childhood to adolescence. Hiding in the attic crawl space to avoid unwanted visitors. His mother, Martha smiling at the door. How did she deal with motorcycles driven through the house? First motorcycle ride & a leg burn to not forget. Sitting on the rain soaked sofa in the backyard, starring at the stars. Said I was smart, because I used the word, “Cultivate”. Picking notes one by one on his guitar, foretold of his future as a musician. Didn’t know what Blues music was, now it is my music preference. Met Jimmy, my future husband, in your livingroom at the house in Arnett Benson, the greatest gift, ever.

Jesse, you are forever carved in my heart. Gentle man, Exotic Czech & Rambling Taylor. Musician to the bone. But above all, the dearest friend anyone could ever hope to know in a lifetime.

William Kerns

March 12, 2006

One loses count of the number of times Jesse Taylor's wonderful performances helped create musical memories. Joe Ely recently recalled that, upon watching and listening to Jesse Taylor and Lloyd Maines work together for the very first time, Ely said to himself, "That's it. That's the sound I've been looking for all my life." Well, thank goodness Jesse did happen along so all of us could enjoy that sound. I cannot say I knew Jesse well; I was a fan. On those few times when we chatted away from a nightclub, he always was both kind and friendly. Yet I suppose most of us will forever remember Jesse expressing himself so consistently, gracefully and powerfully with a guitar in hand.

Terry Clarke

March 11, 2006

As I write this it's early evening on the Welsh coast and Jesse's being laid to rest in Lubbock.

There will be a new star in the night sky now.

My thoughts are with Kathy, Tim, Nicole, Chelsea and Kerry.

Jesse - I love you always, rest easy my dear brother. Terry Clarke

Carol Howe

March 10, 2006

I am one of the lucky ones that saw Jesse play with the Joe Ely band - 1st time at Stubbs and last time at Gruene New Years 2000 (and lots of shows in between) Jesse always played with energy and brought the stage to life. You could tell he loved what he was dong. I'll always remember that big smile at the end of each show when the guys would hold hands and bow. He will be missed by so many of us fans. I thank him for sharing his music and talent. To his family I am sorry for your loss - remember the good times always.

Richie Vasquez

March 10, 2006

Jesse was as fine a gentleman and musician as there ever was or could be. We'll all mis ya Bro!

Sean Frankhouser

March 10, 2006

Jesse was one of those rare musicians who could make evrybody on stage play better. When he was on stage I never heard him "cut" another guitarist, but at the same time he never held back, either. That balance of prowess and generosity is, for me, a good stating spot when trying to tell somebody new just who is Jesse "Guitar" Taylor.

jimmie mason

March 10, 2006

I feel that these words from Michael X-Ray Corbin truly epitomized the way Jesse treated people, and other musicians. This is from one great guitar player speaking about another. I know we've all got "Jake" stories, but I thought this was outstanding. Hope you can remember some good times too. I'm sure you can. We,ve probably got enough stories could to write a book!....
Here's X-Ray's response upon hearing of Jesse's passing.

Very sad. I'll always remember the few times I got to play with Jesse, with the original Ely band at Coldwater Country. I was in a band that played some benefit on a Sunday right before Ely's band. Jesse, who I had not met before, asked if he could play through my Marshall. Later during Ely's set he hollered at me to bring my guitar up and we both played through my amp. I guess after Joe heard that I could play, I got to sit in with them a couple of other times. Jesse also invited me to play some gigs with his own band that included at the time Don Wise, Tom Jones, and Steve Keeton. It's always fun to play with a great guitarist who does not feel the need to gun other guitarists down. That's part of being a great guitar player. And that was Jesse Taylor. And to hear Jesse Taylor introduce me to someone else as being a great guitar player was the ultimate compliment.

Elvis T. Busboy

March 10, 2006

I had the tremendous pleasure to meet the great Jesse "Guitar" Taylor at "Belly's" in Lubbock whent I was just starting out in the music business. I was nobody, and Jesse didn't owe me the time of day, but he took some time to shake my hand and say,"Hey." After that first meeting, he would never shake my hand again. He would always give me a big bear hug. And, it didn't matter if one or the other of us had just walked off stage drippin' sweat, it was always a big bear hug. And, I loved it. There's little enough kindness in this world, and, unfortunately, we just lost a huge chunk with the passing of a man that I am honored to call my friend.



To Jesse's family, I know what it is to lose one's Father, and I want you to know you have my sincerest condolences. Thank you for sharing him with the rest of us.

katie tuten

March 10, 2006

Jesse you will be missed by many people. You were always such a gracious person and could always recommend a good book. Much love and support to the family in these difficult times. katie/tim tuten and all the folks at the hideout/chicago

ps say hello to champ

Mike Pritchard

March 10, 2006

To the family.
I really don't need to tell you how much I love Jesse. I say love instead of loved because his passing hasn't changed that one tiny bit. Jesse was bigger than life and the most genuine person I have ever known. If I have even one ounce of legitimacy it is due to him. Have know all of you for so long and I love you dearly. If you ever need me please don't hesitate to call. we will see you Saturday to celebrate his life and reunite him with his precious mother.
At your disposal Love Mike

Jimmy Mason

March 10, 2006

I feel that these words from Michael X-Ray Corbin truly epitomized the way Jesse treated people, and other musicians. This is from one great guitar player speaking about another. I know we've all got "Jake" stories, but I thought this was outstanding. Hope you can remember some good times too. I'm sure you can. We,ve probably got enough stories could to write a book!....
Here's X-Ray's response upon hearing of Jesse's passing.

Very sad. I'll always remember the few times I got to play with Jesse, with the original Ely band at Coldwater Country. I was in a band that played some benefit on a Sunday right before Ely's band. Jesse, who I had not met before, asked if he could play through my Marshall. Later during Ely's set he hollered at me to bring my guitar up and we both played through my amp. I guess after Joe heard that I could play, I got to sit in with them a couple of other times. Jesse also invited me to play some gigs with his own band that included at the time Don Wise, Tom Jones, and Steve Keeton. It's always fun to play with a great guitarist who does not feel the need to gun other guitarists down. That's part of being a great guitar player. And that was Jesse Taylor. And to hear Jesse Taylor introduce me to someone else as being a great guitar player was the ultimate compliment.

mike pritchard

March 9, 2006

To the family.

I really don't need to tell you how much I love Jesse. I say love instead of loved because his passing hasn't changed that one tiny bit. Jesse was bigger than life and the most genuine person I have ever known. If I have even one ounce of legitimacy it is due to him. Have know all of you for so long and I love you dearly. If you ever need me please don't hesitate to call. we will see you Saturday to celebrate his life and reunite him with his precious mother.

At your disposal Love Mike

Jimmy Blakley

March 9, 2006

It always amazed me that a man with such a gentle soul could play the guitar with such energy and power. I remember one night on stage with him at the old Coldwater in Lubbock watching the speakers in his Marshall amp pulsating with his licks and wondering how he could do that. Jesse and his music will live forever in our hearts.

Bill ( the Klifnotes) Falkinburg

March 9, 2006

Loved to hear him just lay back and rock with that guitar! Met Jesse years ago here in Lubbock at Fat Dawgs. Thanks for the good times and the music.

sam rodriguez

March 9, 2006

I've been seeing these guys since my Atkins jr high days in Lubbock, and as i got to know Jesse in the later years, he would always greet me with a big hug and and a "hey Sam", and "me and Sam grew up in Arnett Benson in Lubbock". Well that is almost true, as I grew up a few streets north of there on Colgate. I remember Jesse as such a sweet soul, and that band in Heaven just picked up one of the greatest Guitar Slingers that ever lived.I will miss you Jesse,my friend, and I will turn it all the way up everytime I hear your guitar.

Sam Rodriguez

Glenna Barham (Taylor)

March 9, 2006

Kathy, Tim, Carrie, Chelsea and Nic Nic - I just want ya'll to know that I love ya'll very much and I am so sorry about Jesse Robert. I am sure there is a real good jam session going on up in heaven right now, don't you think? I am here anytime. I am sending ya'll a great big hug.

Love You, Glenna

Clarinda Beckham-McCalla

March 9, 2006

Jesse is one of those people, that made others feel blessed to know him. I am so grateful that I not only had the priviledge to hear his guitar magic numerous times, but also got to share stories with him, and see the gentle soul, and giving personality, that so many knew. He will be missed by so many. God Bless Jesse and the family he leaves behind. Peace be with you.

John Claude Axberg

March 9, 2006

We met Jesse 'Guitar' Taylor @ a Boondoggle Festival in Alpine, Texas in '85. Since then he'd set in with us whenever we'd come to Lubbock...once @ the "No Frills Grill", with Richard Bowden, and Harold Akin (another great steel guitarist who has since passed away). Jesse would play with a 'no-holds-barred-attituded' that was contagious. He broke a string, and continued to play...then broke two more strings...and continued to play, after he broke the 4th string, he seemed to be channeling through a Jimi Hendrix spirit. And began to just feed-back until we all said, "....Jesse put some more strings on that thang"! The most fun was always after the gig when we could all sit back and laugh at each other. An incredible spirit that we'll miss. Play on Jesse, we loved ya!

John Claude Axberg for Dennis Ross and the Axberg Brothers from East Texas

Christopher Oglesby

March 9, 2006

Jesse carried me to high heaven so many times, I know he is home now. Always kind, helpful, generous, enthusiastic; I deeply regret his passing. I wrote this haiku during the thunderstorm in Austin last night:



Jesse lays down

his guitar. Awaited rain

comes on festival's eve

Susan Antone

March 9, 2006

One of the sweetest and kindest spirits I've ever known is Jesse. I'll miss you man...and your beautiful guitar sound. I know you're in that big band now!

Tom Middleton

March 9, 2006

Jesse is an inspiration, he played true to his soul. I was so honored to play some dobro with him for a few times in 1996 and to be invited over to his house for a cookout and picking party. He loved to play "Under the Double Eagle". I loved to listen to his stories about his many musical adventures. He put a lot of miles on his Subaru, bringing his music to wherever he could. He talked about taking me to Lubbock sometime. I regret we never made the trip. My condolenses to Kim, his daughters, mom, and brother.

Grenelda Edmiston

March 9, 2006

I fondly remember my time running lights and shining the spotlight on you, you were content to do what you loved, play with your heart and soul. Now it is your time to shine in the bigger light. Peace and light to your family. Love always, Grenelda

Creating Art

david ray

March 9, 2006

Here is one more nice shot taken at Threadgills. Jesse told me that this was the "best photo ever taken" of him. He does look great.

Jesse Ballew

March 9, 2006

Jesse,I enjoyed playing with you at Stubb's in Lubbock. A true "Musicians Musician".. Thanks for all the great music and kindness you always showed Everyone over the years.

Our prayers go out to you and your family. Thanks For The Music.

Gary Drechsel

March 9, 2006

I lived in Lubbock from 1976 to 1980 and was lucky enough to get to pal around some with Jesse and some of the cast of characters that were active in what was a very exciting and happening music scene. It was a very magically time for me that helped shape my life, and I am thankful that I got to know Jesse and see him play many, many times then and since. He will be greatly missed, and I will always remember him and that wonderful time of my life. God bless his family and many friends.

Ingrid Kaiter

March 9, 2006

What a wonderful gift God gave each of us who knew Jesse or had the pleasure of being a part of his audience. I didn't know him well, but his guitar playing carved out part of the Texas music landscape as we know it today. I feel honored to have been able to catch him when he played in Lubbock. To his family and loved ones, I pray peace for you, knowing that he is in a better place, happy, healthy and shining brightly in the heavens.

Happy Trails........Ingrid

We love you Jesse

David Ray

March 9, 2006

Just thought that I would like to show you all a nice photo fo Jesse snapped at Threadgills last year. He was so cool.

Cary Banks

March 9, 2006

All the West Texas Music Community mourns the loss of our dear friend Jesse. I have known Jesse for a long time and worked with him in numerous gigs with the Maines Brothers Band and Terry Allen's Panhandle Mystery band and watched him all those glorious years with Joe Ely. He was such a gentle soul and a consumate blues guitar player. He will be missed by so many.

Cary C Banks

Maines Brothers Band

and South Plains College

Ted Anthony

March 9, 2006

My sincerest condolences to all concerned. I have lived in Austin since '84 and was blessed to discover Jesse almost as soon as I moved here. Not only an unbelievable musician but gave off the aura of being a simply good guy. Imagine my surprise in reading his memorium that one Tim Fain is his brother. I work with Tim and consider myself lucky to call him a relatively new friend. It doesn't surprise me that they are brothers. Jesse is in a better place and thank you Jesse for the legacy you left us!

Landa Hardin

March 9, 2006

Jesse,

For 20 years plus, we have known you, we have watched you,we have participated in each others life's, and we have have been enchanted with your creative gifts that you shared with the world. My son's father played with you, went on out of town gigs with y'alls band, and simply had a big rockin' big time. I admire your wealth of talents, glad that so many moments will be with each of us forever and I want to thank you for being in my life for all these years. I pray that your next performance is to a packed house every night, and when that is done, you will paint and draw until your hearts content.

We cry and are so sad for our loss of you,yet, knowing in our heart that you are in the better place.....peaceful, healthy, content, and keeping company with some pretty dam talented group of folks.

For Jesse's family....if there is anything I can do for you,please don't hesitate to let me know. I am so sorry for your loss.

Barbara Beal

March 9, 2006

THIS MESSAGE IS FOR KATHY TAYLOR. HI KATHY, I DON'T KNOW IF YOU REMEMBER ME, BUT I WA ON YOUR TEAM AT FIRST USA BANK, DURING THE MID 90'S. I HAD THE COMPUTER WITH THE LARGE PRING, AND THE CCTV THAT I USED FOR READING AND WRITING. I WANTED TO GIVE YOU MY CONDOLLENCES AND SYMPATHY, ON THE PASSING YOUR BROTHER JESSE.



I AM PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, THAT GOD WILL HELP YOU ALL THROUGH THISSAD TIME IN YOUR LIVES. JESSE TOUCHED MANY PEOPLE WITH HIS MUSIC. I AM A BIG FAN OF JOE ELI, AND I KNOW THAT IS IS ALSO HARD ON JOE AND THE BAND MEMBERS AS WELL AS EVERYONE THAT JESSE TOUCHED IN HIS LIFE.



YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS, AND I PRAY THAT GOD WILL GIVE YOU STRENGH AND THAT YOU CAN FIND STRENGTH IN EACH OTHER. JESS IS NOW YOUR "GUARDIAN ANGLES," AND HE'S STILL PLAYING HIS MUSIC IN HEAVEN.



IF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT I CAN DO FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, PLEASE GIVE ME A CALL.



FROM BARBARA BEAL

512-795-9214

CELL: 512-905-7501

[email protected]

Janine Wilson

March 9, 2006

I will miss you, Jesse! Even though I didn't get to know you well and our time together was short, I will always treasure knowing you and am deeply honored that I was able to make my first record with you. You made that experience so much fun and an incredible time. I know you are up in heaven having one helluva party. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.



Love,

Ernie Durawa

March 9, 2006

Jesse,

You will be missed all over the world...I'll never forget hanging with you in Zurich.You were always a true gentleman and a kind person besides being one of my favorite musicians...glad we got to record together...I will keep that memory in my heart forever.



Love,

Ernie

Chris Beggs

March 9, 2006

My heart feels sad for his family and friends and my memories prevail of the gentle "Guitar" giant. He will be missed by all!

David Ray

March 9, 2006

Jesse, I met you for the first time last year at your Threadgills benefit. A few months later you walked into my lawnmower shop and I recognized you right away. You were such a gentleman and Kim was an angel. The both of you treated my employee William and myself as old friends and William proudly displays his guitar with your signature on it. And your autographed photo has been displayed on my wall for the past 8 months also. After talking on the phone a few times with you I never did call back but you always remained in my prayers and thought about you all the time. You are the greatest and always will remain that way in my heart. Not just a great guitarist but a great human being,who had enriched my life in just the few conversations that we had. God bless your daughters and Kim for they too will remain in my prayers.

Dennis Lee

March 9, 2006

Jesse Guitar Taylor was a VERY talented musician who never let it go to his head. One of the nicest people in the music business I've ever met. God Bless you Jesse.....he's tuning up his Black Newman in heaven right now I bet..... play on......

Edie Shugart

March 9, 2006

I've lived in Austin since moving here to go to UT in 1971. I got to see Jesse Guitar Taylor play and sing many times. I just wanted to say again what a good and kind and generous man he was. A true artist and real hero. God bless his family, friends and many fans.

Judy Julian

March 9, 2006

Vaya con Dios, Jesse.

Thank you for the music.

Kimberly Evans

March 9, 2006

Chelsea,

We are so sorry to hear about your recent loss of your father. What an incredible talent and so many people were lucky enough to have crossed his path. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.



Kimberly Evans and John French

Roger Phillips

March 9, 2006

Jesse will be missed. He will be remembered as a Texas Guitar Giant in my mind.

Steve Bigler

March 9, 2006

Jesse - you helped me out and I still remember fondly your friendly ways. Please give my best to Benny when you see him!

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