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James Taylor Obituary
He was born in Charlottesville, Virginia on July 9, 1947 the son of the late Jean M. Taylor and the grandson of the late James and Mahalia Lincoln. He was the husband of Paulette M. Taylor.
He attended Jackson P. Burley High School and an Army veteran serving from November 1, 1969 to Dec. 1, 1971. He was an employee of the Charlottesville Coca Cola Bottling Company for many years. In later years he was a Restaurant Owner and a member of the Northside Business Civic Association. He was an avid golfer, and a collector of antiques, coins and bottles.
One sister, Barbara Reid preceded him in death.
His survivors include his beloved wife, Paulette M. Taylor; a son, Kirk R. Taylor and wife, Toni of Richmond, Virginia; a daughter Jamel M. Taylor of Richmond, Virginia; two brothers Darnell Taylor and Roland Taylor and wife, Michelle of Charlottesville; two grandchildren, Alexia Taylor of Richmond, Virginia, Ademoorin Lamu of St. Paul Minnesotta; four nieces; six nephews; one great niece two great nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 25, 2006, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Locust Grove with the Rev. Reaves officiating. Interment will follow in the Lewistown Family Cemetery, Locust Grove.
The family will receive friends on Friday from 4 to 5 p.m. at J. F. Bell Funeral Home.
To pay condolences to the family please sign our guestbook at www.jfbellfuneralhome.com
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Memories and Condolences
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cynthia anderson ross & family.
November 27, 2006
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ronnie & Cheryl Sheffey
November 24, 2006
God know best, may the family find comfort knowing that he is at rest in our Lord and Savior.
Jim Terrell
November 23, 2006
May God's word bring peace and comfort to the family at this difficult time.He fought the good fight of faith.
William and Bonnie (Seay) Johnson
November 23, 2006
To the Taylor Family:
We are so sorry to have lost a school mate and life long friend. He was always such a nice and funny guy. Just great to be around. He will be missed.
God Bless and Be Strong
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