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David Taylor Obituary
He was a native of Hardin County, a born-again Christian and worked in the family business, Dix-E-Town Lanes.
He was a member of New Horizon Baptist Fellowship and attended Valley Creek Baptist Church. He was a 2012 graduate of Elizabethtown High School where he was the class treasurer from 2009 to 2012, 2011 National Council of Youth Leadership, 2010 National Youth Leadership Forum in Washington, D.C., a member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Friends of Rachel.
He was a member of the EHS baseball program from junior high until graduation and was the team captain in 2012, his senior year.
He received a full scholarship to Berea where he continued to play baseball in the 2012 and 2013 season and returned to attend ECTC in 2013 and 2014 pursuing a degree in business.
Brice's priorities in life were God, family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Brianna Jewell-Rachae Taylor; his grandmothers, Ruby Jewell Taylor and Rachel Willoughby; his grandfather, B.L. Taylor; and two uncles, John Dennis Taylor and Roger Brent Willoughby.
He is survived by his parents, David and Tonya Willoughby Taylor of Elizabethtown; his grandparents, Mac and Louise Willoughby; his uncles, Dean and Karen Taylor, Curtis and Nancy Willoughby and Virgil and Cindy Willoughby; an aunt, Bonnie Lee Taylor; and his cousins and their families, Chet and Krissy Lovall, Deana and Ryan Wheeler, Dana Taylor, Zeb and Dana Willoughby, Zak and Mandy Willoughby, Roger and Beth Willoughby, Matt and Sarah Durham, Emily Willoughby, Mandy Willoughby, John Taylor, Kelly
Taylor, Bill and Alisa Winslow, Mike and Cassie Levley and Xiaoyun, Elli, Enya, Nini, Ximi Willoughby and special grandparents, Jerry and Judy Caswell.
The funeral at 4 p.m. Wednesday at Severns Valley Baptist Church in Elizabethtown with the Rev. Scott Kerr and the Rev. Steve Hill officiating. Burial follows in Elizabethtown Memorial Gardens.
There will be no visitation. The chapel will open at 3 p.m. Wednesday for the service.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to the EHS baseball program.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Taylor
Everett & Donna Cardwell
July 1, 2019
Thinking & praying for you and your family.
Joshua, Patricia & Laura Hardaway
July 16, 2014
Brice you were the perfect big brother. Alway's there for your sister, Brianna.
Your family were so blessed as well as you and Brianna to have such wonderful parent's.
They were blessed to have Brianna for almost 18 yrs and Brice for almost 21 yrs then to never have them at all. I was told that about my son.
You have left a impact on all of our hearts.
Your parent's were blessed to have such wonderful, respectful children who loved and lived life to the fullest.
Mr.& Mrs. Taylor keep those beautiful memories alive and close to your heart.
And always look for that brightest 2 stars.
You and your family remain in our prayer's.
christina wilcox
July 14, 2014
I am a mother of four, when I heard the news about your beautiful children my heart broke for you,I can't imagine your pain. Keep the beautful memories alive for that will give you the strength. For you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.
Denise
July 13, 2014
I am deeply sorry for your loss. But God will give you the grace to get through this. You are not alone.Many many prayers will continue to be said because Brianna & Brice touched so many people. Their light continues to shine!
The Albright family
July 12, 2014
Our prayers are with your family. Deeply sorry for the loss of your children.
P Rosenkranz
July 11, 2014
I am the mom of two children..a son and daughter who are a few years apart. I cannot imagine the heartache and pain you are suffering. There are no words. Please know though that your family is in the hearts and prayers of so many. God bless you all..
July 10, 2014
You do not know me and our paths will probably never cross but I wanted to let you know that my heart breaks for you and your family and I will continue to pray for all of you every single day forever.
Mitchell & Jo Ann Tharpe
July 10, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. May God grant peace and comfort to all Brice & Brianna's family and friends.
Glenda Whitledge
July 10, 2014
My heart breaks for your family. There are no words that I can share to comfort you. I just want to let you know my heart will be with you for months to come. You are in my prayers.
Hardaway Family
July 10, 2014
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Hardaway Family
July 10, 2014
I didnot know Brice , but what I do know is the pain and heartache of losing a son. This is horrible for this family to have to endure the pain of losing two children 2 weeks a part.
Please know Mr. & Mrs. Taylor you are in many peoples prayers.
Keep those beautiful memories alive.
May God Bless your family as you go through this difficult time and know your not alone.
July 10, 2014
There are no words. I was visiting Louisville this past weekend when I heard this on the news. . I cant even imagine the grief. Prayers and God strength to your family.
Pamela Graham
July 10, 2014
As a parent of two children myself, I am deeply saddened by your loss. There's nothing I can say that hasn't been said already. I know you don't know me and I don't know you. My daughter and Brianna have went to school together since kindergarden. They graduated together. My daughter considered her one of her very good friends. She said she was one of the sweetest and nicest person she has ever known. I feel like things always happens for a reason. My daughter told me how close Bri and Brice were. I feel like God did not want to separate them so he kept them together. I know today is Brice's birthday. Today is also my birthday. Of course I am much older. As I celebrate my birthday today, I will remember his and I will remember Brianna's birthday and I know they both are joined hand in hand in God's house. You all are in my prayers and I am sending all of you one big huge hug. God bless.
tina crowe
July 9, 2014
we are so sorry for your loss.i pray that god heals your pain.only god knows why stuff like this happens.amazing thing is u all will be with each other one day again.
Jim and Margie Maples
July 9, 2014
Praying for peace and comfort to the Taylor family.
Donna & Everett Cardwell
July 9, 2014
Hold To God's Unchanging Hand.
Praying for the Taylor and Willoughby Family.
Tami Delaney
July 9, 2014
I am SO very sorry for your losses. I am praying God give you beauty for your many ashes, and uphold you in the hardest of times.
Isaiah 61:3 and provide for those who grieve in Zion-- to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of his splendor.
July 9, 2014
Dear David and Tonya, I can't even put into words the pain and sorrow that your family is going through. i only know that Michael and I will have your family in our prayers. We moved away from E-town in 1993 and i have fond memories of my time spent at the bowling lanes. David you also came and graded my lot on hollow bridge for me. May you know the love of friends and family is with you both. Sincerely Linda Ianke
Larry and Jan Ratliff
July 9, 2014
There are no words to comfort you, but we will continue to pray for David, Tonya and all the family that are struggling. God Bless you each and every one.
Rachel Campbell-Richardson
July 9, 2014
I personally did not know the family, but their passing has had such an impact on my family,friends, and everyone ( to say the least) in the surrounding area. You all have came to my mind at least once daily since I heard about the tragedies.Many cannot imagine the pain, and I know that words cannot console a time like this, but I pray that the Holy Spirt sends peace and Gods Love more than ever during these next few years. JesusLoves you all so much that he cries with you.
Sundaye Coffey
July 9, 2014
David and Tonya and family, I pray that the Lord will hold you in his loving arms, giving you the peace and comfort that you need so much. You are in my heart and prayers.
Inge and Marty Matusiak
July 9, 2014
Love, peace, and the Lord's blessing are what we wish for you David and Tonya. Words are so hard to find at this time.
CATHY HINTON
July 9, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Patsy and Tommy Lynn
July 9, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for God's peace which passes all understanding.
Sabrina Allen
July 9, 2014
I did not have the privelege of knowing your children but I have thought and prayed for your family since I heard of your loss. It makes my heart hurt to think of what you must be going through. I know your story has touched many like me. We may be strangers but our hearts go out to you. May your faith and precious memories comfort and lift you up. God bless you.
Debbie Vest
July 9, 2014
My daughter went to school with Brianna and Brice and tells me every day how special they were and how much she will miss them. And her older brother and sister are also very close to each other and if I lost them both at the same time, my solace would be in knowing they were together and with God and Jesus again. So I am praying as Paul taught, that you will receive the peace of God, that passeth all understanding, which will keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Trust that Brianna and Brice are your guardian angels now and are fulfilling a higher purpose. Bless you and your family for preparing such valiant spirits and for the great example you were to them!!! In life and in death they have brought and will continue to bring more souls to Christ.
Paula Stalion
July 9, 2014
God Bless your family during this difficult time. During their short time on earth they both were a living testimony from what I have read in the paper. How proud you must be to have been their parents. Prayers.
Shelley Howell
July 9, 2014
My thoughts go out to the Taylor family! You will be in our prayers though out this difficult time! May you continue to stay close to the Lord!
Betty & Elijah Denton
July 9, 2014
Peace and Love to the Taylor and Willoughby families. Take comfort knowing that both of your precious children are in the arms of Jesus. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Stuart, Laura, and Andrew Snyder
July 9, 2014
I am sure Our Father in Heaven is grieving along with you over your unimaginable losses. So thankful your children knew Christ. We are lifting you up in prayer for comfort, strength, and peace that passes all understanding.
Mary Ball Price
July 9, 2014
Prayers for Peace of Christ & Strength for the Journey.
Norbert Kanuha
July 8, 2014
I'm sending my deepest condolences to the Family of David Brice Taylor, You and your sister are in the house of the Lord Jesus Christ. AMEN and God Bless!
Doug Fredrick
July 8, 2014
RIP Brice
Rosemary & Lynn Rice
July 8, 2014
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Tim and Kristen Sherrard
July 8, 2014
David and Tonya, Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Shelly Moore
July 8, 2014
The day that all of you came to see Mikayla Harig at U of L I was in the waiting room with my family- Darin Ratliff in bed 8. Brice sat by us and he & I had a short conversation. I expressed how sorry I was about his sister and that life was too short- he said it sure is. My heart has been grieving with your family ever since you lost your daughter and now to lose your son. I pray for you & your family to find comfort in your faith. God bless you Taylor family.
Teresa Grider
July 8, 2014
Never knew this family but I pray for the family to get through this. Jesus will keep him and Brianna together forever and may they both rest in peace until their mommy and daddy see them again. God Bless you all and most of all The Parents of these two wonderful young adults.
Krystal Dailey
July 8, 2014
My heart grieves with you.
Sandy Bowen
July 8, 2014
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Love and prayers coming your way.
Jeanne Mays
July 8, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Taylor and Willoughby Family.
Barbara Payne
July 8, 2014
so sorry for your loss, may god bless you and your family in the days to come,hold on to your memories, stay strong, god be with you.
Laurie Fields
July 8, 2014
Rest easy.....
Deana Barnett, Felicia Wotring, and Daniel Barnett
July 8, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Taylor family. Brianna and Brice will be greatly missed..
gail Patterson
July 8, 2014
R.i.p. sweet angels god be with you and give you strength david&toyna
gail patterson
July 8, 2014
R.i.p. sweet angels god bless you David&toyna
July 8, 2014
Our prayers are with the Taylor family. Our sympathy for your loss. Keep the faith. Mullin Family. Cincinnati, Ohio
Athena Emerine
July 8, 2014
Our sympathy and prayers for the Taylor and Willoughby families.
Athena and Ollie Emerine
Robert Shipley
July 8, 2014
I think, and pray for you all everyday. Ty, Laura, and I will always remember Brice and will continue to pray for your family.
Zach Albers
July 8, 2014
Praying for the family
Sheila Bunch
July 8, 2014
May God carry you through.
Lena Carver
July 8, 2014
May God hold u during this time. Praying for understanding God will!!!! Lena Carver Glasgow, Ky. Friends with LaDonna Callwell
Janet Haycraft
July 8, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Im so sorry for your loss.
Kelly, Rob & Charlie Shurley
July 8, 2014
There are no words anyone can say to make you feel better--but please know that everyone is praying for your family each and every day! May God lift you up during this most difficult time! You are in our thoughts and prayers every single day!
Vickie Barkes &Family
July 8, 2014
Our prayers are with your family! May God give you the peace you need through this trying these trying times! Hang on to your faith! GOD BLESS!
Tina Fisher
July 8, 2014
Thoughts and prayers for the Taylor family. Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Aleshia Warren Klenk
July 8, 2014
Praying for this family. Prayers to the parents for God will put his loving arms around you both and comfort you in this very difficult time.
Suzie Carter Kolb
July 8, 2014
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts!
July 8, 2014
I don't personally know you but just know that your family is in my prayers. My prayer is that God wraps his arms around you and gives you some peace.
July 8, 2014
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends. May God give you strength.
Barry & Sabine Cox
Richard Harris
July 8, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Taylor family. May Gods love and great memories of Brice console you during this very sad and difficult time.
Jeannie Macomber
July 8, 2014
My heart felt prayers are lifting up for all the family and loved ones. May the holy spirit confront for we will meet in heaven soon. I will give to the baseball team in Brice's memory.
Sharon Post
July 8, 2014
Will be in continuous prayer for you and your family. May the days ahead be brighter with each cherished memory.
July 8, 2014
Our hearts are united through Christ Jesus in prayer for your family.
Dale, Angela, Landon, Tyler, Cianna Wilcox (E'Town)
Martha Farmer
July 8, 2014
I had a class at ECTC with Brice last year and I got to know him somewhat. We sometimes would chat between classes, he had a certain seat he would sit in, and he was such a sweet person and so humble. I know he is with the Angels and will be with God watching over his sister and family/friends. I do pray for the peace his family needs.
Vickie Slayton
July 8, 2014
Your family r in my prayers and my heart breaks for wat u are going thru
Shannon Hough
July 8, 2014
Our prayers from many miles away are with you all. Words cannot express our feelings for you and your family.
Sandy, Scott & Scotty Clark
July 8, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with David and Tonya and the whole Taylor/Willoughby family.
Linda Shumate
July 8, 2014
My heart hurts for the parents of this young man. May our Lord give you peace in this most difficult time
Gayle Travis
July 8, 2014
I cannot imagine the pain you are having now. I pray for peace for you all. I did not know you directly, just in passing but you had two beautiful special children.
Dense Keesee
July 8, 2014
My heart goes out to your family! You gave your children the "Greatest" gift a parent could give "God". Find comfort and peace knowing they are in Gods hands watching over you now until you meet again! Prayers sent to all your family!
Josh Cooper
July 8, 2014
The Cooper family will continue to pray for the Taylor and Willoughby family. Our hearts break for David and Tonya. Everyone can see how wonderful of people they are by the two amazing children they raised. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Josh and Hilary Cooper
Shirley Hatfield
July 8, 2014
Tonya and David I love you and praying God will hold you in His arms for days to come.Brianna and Brice I love you as my grand kids.I remember Brianna asking me if she could call me Nanny like my grand kids do.Until we meet again in Heaven You will be close to my heart.
Paula Hudson
July 8, 2014
Praying for you and your family in this difficult time. May GOD comfort you and give you strength in the coming days, months, and years to come.
Tina Banks
July 8, 2014
My heartfelt sympathy...
jennifer keith
July 8, 2014
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with u all through the long days and years
July 8, 2014
We love you both and are praying for you and your family. We loved Brice and have wonderful memories of baseball games with him. May God give you peace only he can give! Much love, Tim, Karen and Paul Pickerrell
Kenny Gillenwater
July 8, 2014
You are in our thoughts and prayers. It is amazing how your family has touched so many people and dominate their thoughts and prayers in an amazing way. The testimony of how so many have been moved closer to God in relationship because of the awesome celebration of life of two amazing children. May their lives continue to influence the way we live our lives.
Lois Harned
July 8, 2014
God Bless all this family give them the strength and peace to get through these next week's months and years to come you are forever in my thoughts and prayres
Pam Wilder
July 8, 2014
God bless your family & surround you in peace. We are praying for you.
Jennifer Hollis
July 8, 2014
My heart breaks with your hearts!
Louisville prayer warrior
July 8, 2014
Although I do not know your family, I wanted to extend my deepest sympathies to you. Brice and Brianna seem like they were two wonderful people with bright futures ahead of them. Although they aren't here anymore, know that their bright futures will live on in your hearts. You all have beautiful guardian angels watching over you. Brice and Brianna will be present in the little signs and will communicate with you each day. I will be praying for peace, comfort, faith and endurance for your family in the difficult days to come. Not only your community, but also many in the US, who have heard your story, stand behind you in faith and prayer. Many are ready to help with anything you may need. Do not hesitate to reach out.
Jimmy & Toni Davenport
July 8, 2014
We are so sorry, words can not express.
Russell & Rosann Sallee
July 8, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patricia Runyon
July 8, 2014
David and Tonya,
you have my deepest sympathy, for the loss of both of your children. May God give both of you strength to go through this ordeal. Hold onto your faith and God will take care of you.
Patricia from Young at Heart Bowling League
Stephanie Behringer
July 7, 2014
May God hold you in his arms during this time my heart breaks for you .
Julie & Tim Cantwell
July 7, 2014
Deepest sympathies.
July 7, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandy Root
July 7, 2014
My thoughts and prayers continue to be with the Taylor and Willoughby families as well as Brice's friends. God bless each of you.
July 7, 2014
We are all prayering for the Taylor family. I know the entire community has came together for this.
Carolyn Taylor
July 7, 2014
So many thoughts have crossed my mind the previous 2 weeks. But all I can say is so sorry for your loss. I can't even begin to imagine your pain. May you know that I like many others are praying for and grieving with you. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Cindy Beasley
July 7, 2014
Prayers and just wanted to let you know I have put you on Salt River Baptist and Bloomfield Baptist prayer list.
David, Michele, Brittany, & Kristen Swiney
July 7, 2014
With our deepest sympathy and prayers....May God continue to bless you both and surround you with His peace, comfort and strength that passes all understanding...
Jimmy and Pam Earles
July 7, 2014
David and Tonya,
Our hearts hurt so much for you and we pray that God wraps His arms around you both, and gives you strength and a peace that only He can give. The Earles family sends you love and many many prayers!
Melody Vic Malone
July 7, 2014
Peace beyond understanding for this family. May God wrap his arms around you all.. Hearts breaking everywhere. God is good and we will all understand one day.
Melinda and Cliff Huffman
July 7, 2014
Praying for your family. May God grant you peace and comfort that only comes from Him. Love and prayers.
Goldie Allen
July 7, 2014
I Pray God continues to comfort you in your time of sorrow. It's okay to cry because God knows the pain you are encountering. Our family has been Praying for you all and we will continue Praying. God Bless the Taylor family.
Carolyn Raymer
July 7, 2014
So sorry for the loss of this fine young man. God Bless you all.
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