Vencil Mares

I first met Vencil in the mid-1970s while on a BBQ run. Our group stopped at Louie Muellers first, then headed to Taylor Cafe for "dessert" of sausage. TC became a regular stop for years afterward. And, Vencil and the TC catered the bbq meal for my wedding reception in 1985. RIP Vencil Mares, you darned sure worked hard enough in your life to deserve a bit of peace!

I moved to Taylor in 2014 . The Taylor Cafe was the first restaurant I ate at after a neighbor mentioned they had great food . The chopped sandwich and beans were a frequent and regular treat when I didn’t feel like cooking . Mr Vencil was always there and waved at me across the bar . I was very sad when I heard he had passed . Thank you sir for 5 years of good BBQ and a friendly smile -Pam Moore

I took the family out to Vincels one afternoon for dinner and asked Mr. Mares about his time in WWII. He took me back into his office and started showing me some pictures and telling stories. About an half an hour or so later, my son came back there and said " Dad, Mom's ready to go home". I could have stayed there listening to him for a few more hours. I knew he was a medic in WWII, I didn't know he fought in the Battle of the Bulge! I loved going there...the tractor seats used for...

Mr. Mares was a kind man. One day Vencil wad kinda nodding off. I said whos watching the regester he said out of nowhere Im not asleep. RIp. Mr. Mares.

Our deepest condolences to the family & friends of Vencil. What a pleasure he was to visit with. Such an awesome man. Rest in peace.

I can just imagine the reunion in heaven with all your friends! My mom and dad were especially happy to see you! I have known you for over 50 years - heck you even employed me while in high school to help with your catering. You pushed me to continue my education after I lost my father at the age of 15 - you instilled good values, talked to me like a father would and for that I am forever grateful. I will miss the hugs and conversations and of course your awesome BBQ. Rest In peace Vencil...

A wonderful man that will never be forgotten.... may he rest in peace.

I send my sincerest condolences to Steven and Cynthia on the loss of your sweet daddy. What an ICON for Texas BBQ and The Taylor Cafe. My mom and I have made many trips to The Cafe for BBQ over the years. I'm sure there's a brisket and some sausage on a smoker up in Heaven right now. RIP Vencil!

On behalf of former VFW Post 4009 of Thorndale Texas; We thank Vencil for his charter membership and years of support. Past Commander, Gerhardt Korn