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Thomas Taylor Obituary
Born June 15, 1954 in Columbia, he was the son of Miriam Rinehart Taylor and the late Gregg Smith Taylor.
Mr. Taylor was a graduate of Lexington High School and was employed as a Dispatcher with Gantt Trucking Company in Lexington.
Tommy had a sparkling personality and loved everyone. A big Clemson fan, he never met a stranger.
He is survived by his mother, Miriam Taylor; a sister, Donna Bundrick Griffin (Jerry); a brother, Jody Taylor (Sharon); his niece, Allison Taylor; his nephew, Joshua Taylor; his fiancé, Candy Dawkins, and Tiffany Dawkins, whom he loved and called "Baby Girl".
Visitation will be at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, February 6. Funeral services will be held at Shiloh United Methodist Church at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, February 7, with Rev. Dr. Kenneth Colton officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shiloh United Methodist Church, 1000 Spring Hill Road, Gilbert, SC 29054. www.caughmanharmanfuneralhome.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Taylor
February 9, 2011
Dearest Donna,
Know that Hartman and I hold you and your family in our hearts and prayers. Hold onto your beautiful memories of Tommy and know that our merciful God will give you strength, grace and courage in the days ahead. You have been a wonderful and loving friend throughout the years, and what great memories I have of us growing up. God bless you and keep you in His care.
Love,
Delle & Hartman Yarborough Lexington,SC
Tim and Ann Black
February 7, 2011
Tim and I are so sorry for your lost. We pray that you find comfort in knowing Tommy is with his Lord and Savior.
Jeff & Michelle Sarokas
February 7, 2011
Ours hearts go out to you & your family. I am so sorry for your loss. We will miss Tommy's smile & warm greetings!
Steve & Beverly Sease
February 7, 2011
We are so sorry for your family's loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He was truly one of a kind!
Jimmy and Clifette Northcutt
February 7, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Tommy's sudden death and such a young age. He will truely be missed by a lot of people. He loved to laugh, have a good time and he loved trucking.
We will truly remember the family in prayers and thoughts.
Farie Gerstner
February 7, 2011
I am so sorry about the untimely passing of Tommy. He will be missed by all who knew him. Please stay strong and take comfort in the memories that you share. May the good Lord bless you and keep you.
Veronica Rodriguez
February 7, 2011
Mrs.Donna,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with all of you at this sad time in your life.
Debra Lemacks
February 7, 2011
Donna I'm sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. Take comfort in the LORD and all your precious memories. I knew Tommy back when Jody drove our bus. I went to Lake Murray Baptist with you. You and your family will be in my prayers.
IN CHRIST LOVE,
Debbie Hunt Carn
Veronica Rodriguez
February 7, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 7, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Tommy's family. My brother & I hate we missed the visitation but we want you to know that Tommy was one of a kind with his distinctive voice and personality. We had some good times back in the day. God bless!
Mary Ellen Miller Davis/Dickie, Sue Miller
Michael Stephens
February 7, 2011
To the Taylor/Rinehart family we are so saddened by your loss and you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Tommy was so special to all of us and will be dearly missed. He was a great person and Go Tigers!!!...Michael Stephens and Family
Melba Shull
February 7, 2011
I was so saddened to hear of Tommy's untimely death!! Even though I didn't know him personally, the times I spent with Donna as a teen will never be forgotten...Mrs. Miriam, you are a sweetheart..and I will never forget how giving you always were with those peaches and wanting to send some to Mom each time I stopped by:-)) And Jody, you were a wonderful brother and son! Hold each other close and may God grant you the strength to face the days ahead...my love and deepest sympathy. Melba Bedenbaugh Shull
Cindy Capnerhurst
February 7, 2011
Ms. Miriam, Donna and family,
I'm lost at words of Tommy's passing. Please hold tight all the beautiful memories. His laughter and smile will live in us all.
God Bless each of you!
Cindy Adams Capnerhurst
Ellen Speer
February 7, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about your loss and I pray that all the wonderful memories you have will help you through this difficult time. May the good Lord keep you strong.
Phil Shealy
February 7, 2011
I was truly devastated when I received the horrible news of Tommy's Passing. Growing up, Tommy was always like a Daddy to me. If it wasn't for "Double T" I would have never enjoyed all of the things he helped me experience. The trips to Clemson, Myrtle Beach, New York, and The Wrestling Matches @ The Old TownShip In Columbia Will Never Be Forgotten. Man The Times We Had! Then as I grew older, Tommy was more like a Brother to me. "Father, Brother, or Friend," there was ONLY ONE TOMMY TAYLOR! Friendly, FreeHearted, Loving, Happy, and UpBeat are just a few words that describe Tommy "Double T" Taylor!
---I LOVE YOU BUDDY---
Suzanne & Carl Christie
February 6, 2011
To the Taylor Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Tommy was such a wonderful neighbor. He will be greatly missed. I can't imagine not seeing him ride by honking the horn and waving to us several times a day. Please know we are thinking and praying for your family.
Josh Taylor
February 6, 2011
Uncle Tom - the tremendous turnout today at the visitation is a true tribute to what a great and loving guy you are. I'm going to miss you.
Janice Kyzer
February 6, 2011
Tommy will be missed by all who knew him, he was someone who met you with a smile. Our prayers are with all of you at this sad time in your life.
Denise Scribellito
February 6, 2011
Mrs. Donna,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dale Sisson
February 6, 2011
Sorry to hear about your loss..Tommy was agreat friend for many,many years..Rest in peace brother...Dale
Charlie Brown
February 6, 2011
We are gonna miss you dearly T-Bird thanks for all the help that you gave us........ Go Tigers.
bobby steele
February 6, 2011
clara and bobby steele we love you
randy steele
February 6, 2011
im gonna miss ya t-bird
pete brown
February 6, 2011
tommy..will be really missed.......love ya T! go tigers!! Pete.
skylar steele
February 6, 2011
mr.tommy taylor you were the funniest guy around and i loved to come to your old old house and play with dolly but not no more beacuse the puppy dolly did never come out only smokey he was my best friend love yall to tommy taylor and candy and the taylor family from skylar steele your little monkey gilbert sc
Russell & Robin Rikard
February 6, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about our true friend Double T passing so unexpectedly. He will always be remembered as a Super Trucking Road Warrior Hero that always gave a laugh, always had a kind word and a helping hand. We will never forget him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this sad time.
RR and Lady RR
Russell & Robin Rikard
February 6, 2011
It hurts to lose Double T -- He was a close friend on and off the road. He will always be The Super Trucking Road Warrior Hero -- We will never forget him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends.
Signed with much love,
RR and Lady RR
(Russell and Robin Rikard)
Terri E. Dickerson
February 6, 2011
"I have fond memories of Tommy and his family from my childhood - times like this bring back those memories - Warm thoughts are being sent your way."
Rick Yarborough
February 6, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tom Comerford
February 6, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Taylor family. Tommy was "one of a kind" and he went out of his way to say hello. He will really be missed by all that knew him. May God be with you all during this difficult time.
Greg & Evelyn Lane
February 6, 2011
We were so shocked to hear of Tommy's passing. He will be deeply missed in the community. Our prayers are with all of you during this time of great sadness. God bless.
Bubba Meetze
February 6, 2011
Pam and I are sorry to hear about Tommy's passing. You are in our prayer's.
Earl Macaulay
February 6, 2011
I remember the good times- you were always a good friend and I'll miss you. I remember staying over one night and someone ran a load of collards into a ditch and you,jody and I had to unload them-get the truck unstuck and reload them at like 4:am in the morning What a great memory!!!
Brenda & Earle Kyzer
February 6, 2011
Taylor Family-there are no words to describe our feelings today. May God be with all of you during this very difficult time. Tommy was a dear and long time friend and our Clemson games together will never be forgotten.
The Staff of Caughman-Harman Funeral Home
February 6, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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