Junior Earl Taylor

1930 - 2014

Junior Earl Taylor obituary, 1930-2014, Jacksonville, FL

Junior Earl Taylor

1930 - 2014

BORN

1930

DIED

2014

Junior Taylor Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2014.
Junior Earl Taylor, 84, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2014 in Jacksonville, FL. He was born July 7, 1930 to Ervin and AnnieLee Taylor in Pierce County, GA. Earl loved fishing, country music and spending time at the creek. Family was everything to him as well as his work. He owned and operated Taylor Metals, was awake at 5am and to bed by 8pm. Earl is preceded in death by his parents as well as one sister Renie Telzer Bain. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Helen, one son Alex (Debbie) Taylor, three daughters Gail Perry, Kathryn Skinner, Marie Canova, one brother Edward (Peggy) Taylor, one sister Elizabeth Taylor, eight grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Arrangements under care of Hardage-Giddens Town & Country Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32205. A visitation will be held on Friday, August 15, 2014 from 10:00-11:00am in the chapel with funeral services to follow at 11:00am. Interment to follow funeral services at Riverside Memorial Park. Please visit our website at www.townandcountryfuneralhome.com to leave messages for Helen and the family.

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August 13, 2015

Kaylee posted to the memorial.

September 2, 2014

Marie posted to the memorial.

August 19, 2014

Christine Deer posted to the memorial.

Kaylee

August 13, 2015

I can't believe it's been a year now since you've gone home
It still doesn't seem real.
I love you Andaddy
Forever and always

Marie

September 2, 2014

Hi daddy I used your wire cutters today I took the flowers off the stands that the Bright and Cummings family sent. Mother and I got to enjoy their beauty for a few days and the sweet aroma that filled the garage and the back patio. Writing this tonight feels just like our many conversations, past, present, future. I guess I'm just one of the lucky one's left here on earth...I feel like you've never left me. And that's the most lovely gift my heart could have ever ask for. Still loving you and Mother today, and forever.

Christine Deer

August 19, 2014

The love that family and friends have for Earl is a testament to how great a man he was. The last time I saw him, I stopped by to spend time and hang out with Marie before leaving town. Earl had the biggest smile and gave me a great warm hug. I'm so glad he was able to take his family cross country in their RV and remember how concerned everyone was when he and Granny were driving alone. To me, Earl was a rock of a person; grounded and always taking care of his family and business. So complimentary to Granny who is always so sweet and giving (and a knock out, especially in her prime!). Knowing Marie who is one of my dearest friends and a mother to me, is to know Earl. Those of us who are lucky to cross paths with the Taylor family are better people for it. Thank you Earl for being a light.

Ava Skinner

August 15, 2014

I know that I will never know a stronger, better, more generous or more selfless man than Grandaddy. Or one with a better work ethic no matter was was being worked at. Every time I go to the gym or get up to walk the park I'm going to be hearing his voice in my head telling me to 'Work hard and walk around the block a couple times!' and I'm gonna bring him 'tulips' whenever I can.

His 'little angel' is going to miss being able to hug him every day for the rest of my life but I am so incredibly blessed to be able to call myself Junior Earl Taylor's granddaughter and incredibly proud of the life he lived and all he accomplished.

Ava Skinner

August 15, 2014

Ava Skinner

August 15, 2014

Jamie and Tina Taylor

August 15, 2014

Uncle Earl has always been an encouraging and inspiring man to me. He will be truly missed by our family. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers. We love ya'll.

Jimmie Wilson

August 15, 2014

As we go through life there are people that make a lasting impression on us. Earl was that type person. I sold welding equipment. There was never a time that he did not take time to talk to you. He was always nice, kind, considerate, thoughtful, and just a pleasure to do business with. My thoughts and Prayers are with the Family on this great loss.

August 14, 2014

Earl Taylor was the true definition of a man and such a good Father and husband. He was so loved and respected by his family and friends.
Towards the end of his life I wrote him a poem to express to him what a wonderful man he was. He will be truly missed, but will live on in spirit in the hearts of everyone he loved and those who loved him.

A Poem to Mr. Earl Taylor from Gloria Howard

Mr. Earl Taylor, is a man I'm glad to know
I've had the pleasure, of watching his family grow,

Earl worked really hard, all of his life,
He took good care of his children,and his precious wife,

He truly has a heart of gold,
But like all of us, he is getting old,

Life is about family,and memories you make,
Thank you Earl, for making them great,

I love your smile, even without your teeth,
Love, caring, and generosity, is what's beneath

He is sweet as sugar, and tough as leather,
He has made it through all kinds of weather,

I'm glad my sister Debbie became your Son's wife, Because knowing you Earl has added to my life,

The reason for this poem, to you Earl from me, I hope you can see,
Is to remind you Earl, of what a good man, Father, and husband you are, and how much you are loved by your Family.

With love, Gloria and Al Howard

August 14, 2014

Chris, Kris, Chase, & Riley ~ We are sorry for the loss of your Grandfater, Great Grandfather. Hold tight to your memories. We love you, Uncle Lonnie & Aunt Barbara

2012

Sara Carver

August 14, 2014

I feel lucky to have met Earl, though it was later in life, I got to meet a great man. He was ambitious, successful, smiling, sweet, and kind. He always gave me a kiss when I saw him. Earl was a man full of interesting stories of old times that his wife Helen would add excitement to, and finish. I am eased of sadness when I think of the end of his life as he lived a long, fulfilled life, and was well taken care of well by his loving family. Marie could not have taken better initiative to offer comfort, support, care, and attention to basic needs at the end of his life. I cannot think of a more peaceful way to pass on to the next phase of life and death, than the way he was, surrounded by great love. The family has a new angel watching over them.

Danita and Courtney Palmer

August 14, 2014

May you find comfort in feeling the "Presence" of His "Eternal Life." God will keep you in His Care.

August 14, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

chaynee

August 13, 2014

Granny I love you so much you are such an amazing and strong woman .my prayers are with you and so is god . Love you always and forever

Lora Rawls

August 13, 2014

Mr. and Mrs. Taylor always welcomed my daughter and me at family gatherings. We will miss him very much and remember him always. Mrs. Taylor and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Lora and Marcy

Buddy & Billy Peoples

August 13, 2014

Helen we will truly miss Earl's visits to the creek. Our condolences to you and your family.

Nephrology Associates of NE Fl

August 13, 2014

Our most sincere condolences to your family. Mr Taylor was a wonderful man. He was always very pleasant every time he came in.

August 13, 2014

Marie and Alex Sorry for the lost of your Dad. I didn't know him but I've stories from the fellows here that knew him. Keeping you in my prayers.
Carol- FabTech Supply

Tommy Brown

August 13, 2014

I am very saddend to hear that earl has left us for a better place, I,m sure. you could not ask for a better friend or kinder and honest person than earl. He always had a smile and a handshake to every person he met. Thank you, earl for being my friend.

Carol Cummins-Rogers

August 11, 2014

So sorry to hear of Uncle Earl's passing. My heartfelt prayers and sympathy go out to Aunt Helen and family. Uncle Earl was a very kind soul. Our loss is heaven's gain.

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