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TAYLOR, John Wm. (Jackie) Jackie was born in Chicago, IL on January 4, 1942. He passed away on September 1, 2019. He grew up in Bastrop, TX. , where he graduated from Bastrop HS. He graduated from what was then Southwest Texas State University in 1968. He served in the United States Naval Reserve for 25 yrs., 2 of which were active duty in Viet Nam aboard the USS Intrepid. He worked for the State Comptroller's office for 30 years, retiring in 1998. He then became a fun loving traveler. Jackie is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sue, his daughters, Shannon Taylor, Allison Calnan (Mike), and son Tyler Taylor (Sara); his grandchildren: Clare, Carlie, Beau and Paige; his brother Bob, several nieces and nephews and his lifelong best, best friend Donnie Hibbs. There will be a visitation from 6-8 pm on Friday, September 6, with the Rosary to be recited at 7pm in the Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 N. Lamar Blvd, Austin, Texas 78752. A private family burial will be held at a later date.
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I am so glad I got to see Jackie one last time at the American Legion in August. He was a great friend. Condolences to you, Sue, and the Taylor family.
Forrest Adams
September 8, 2019
Sue, What great times we shared with you and Jackie during our kids basketball seasons. Jackie was always fun to be around. May God grant you peace as you move forward. Stephanie Jenkins
Stephanie Jenkins
September 8, 2019
Sue, so sorry to hear of Jackie's death. He will always be remembered by his smile and sense of humor. To you, and your family our prayers.
Albert & Susan Lock
September 7, 2019
YOU COULD NEVER MISS JACKIE WITH A BIG SMILE, AND HIS SENSE OF HUMOR. HE WILL BE MISSED. FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY OUR CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR YOU ALL.
Albert & Susan Lock
September 7, 2019
GONZALO BARRIENTOS
September 6, 2019
Sue,we are so sorry to hear about Jackie. I am so glad I got to visit with him at homecoming. Our deepest sympathy to you & your family.
Howard Ebner
September 5, 2019
Jackie always had a big smile whenever I saw him. He made you feel good to be around him. He was a great guy and friend. I am sorry to hear of his passing. Charles Penick
Charles Penick
September 5, 2019
He was a wonderful man, husband, father and friend. God Bless him and the family going forward. Sending all our love, Pat and Ginny.
Patrick Calnan
September 5, 2019
Jackie, will be missed by all who knew him !! I I knew him through all our years in Bastrop Schools. He was always laughing and happy, and I never heard him say an unkind word about anyone. That is a wonderful memory to have of one's entire life !!!
Polly Frushay
Bastrop, Texas
September 5, 2019
Jackie will be missed by all who knew him !! I knew him through all our years in Bastrop schools. He was always laughing and happy. I never heard him say an unkind word about anyone. That is a wonderful memory to have of one's whole life.
September 5, 2019
Sue and Shannon, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Was so sad to read this in the Paper this morning. We pray God will give you strength during this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love, David and Elberta
Elberta Fiebrich
September 5, 2019
Jackie was my best friend for 70 years. I miss him already.
Donnie Hibbs
Family Friend
September 4, 2019
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