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John Taylor Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - John Henry Taylor, 98, was called to be with the Lord on Friday, June 7, 2013, at Riverside Regional Medical Center. John was a devoted member of Miracle Temple Baptist Church for 49 years.John was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years. His loving memories will be cherished by his son, John H. Taylor, Jr.; daughter, Deborah Taylor; goddaughters, and a host of relatives and friends. Viewing will begin noon to 6 p.m. Thursday, June 13, 2013 at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. A homegoing service will be held 12 noon Friday, June 14, 2013 at Miracle Temple Baptist Church, 617 32nd Street, Newport News, VA., with the Rev. A. R. Cooper officiating. Interment will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens.

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Published by Daily Press on Jun. 12, 2013.

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Rite aid

July 1, 2013

Our deepest condolences!!
Rite Aid Pharmacy(Denbigh )

Taneca Taylor

June 14, 2013

I will like to extend my condolences to the family!

Shirley Taylor Johnson

June 14, 2013

We will always love you!!!

Evelyn & Carlton Turner

June 13, 2013

John Jr. and Deborah Ann my heart is so sad to hear that Uncle John has passed. He will be missed. Love you guys
Evelyn

Yevette Moore

June 13, 2013

You will be missed, we love you much.

Scott Exas

June 13, 2013

John, I know how close you were with your Dad. I know the changes in your life now will be difficult but rest assured, your Dad will always be with you in everything you do. You and your family are in my prayers.
Scott Exas

Fran

June 13, 2013

John, your dad was such a strong, gentle and kind man with a solid mine. He could fix anything and everything. I thought he would've pulled thru this time, but GOD had other plans. He will always be in my heart! Love, Fran

Florinda Rose

June 13, 2013

You told us this day would come we know your resting in HIS Care. Wonderful man of GOD.

Deacon Fred & Evelyn Davis

June 12, 2013

Brother Taylor was a well Loved member of Miracle Temple & we will miss him dearly, Your Family Members are in our Prayers. Deacon Fred & Deaconess Evelyn Davis

June 12, 2013

You'll be missed Uncke John. Love, Cassondra, Kristina, & Ashley

Priscilla Curtis

June 12, 2013

Debbie and John Jr. Sorry to hear of your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you.

Abbitt Management

June 12, 2013

We are saddened to hear of your recent loss and would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family.

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