Charles Marshall Taylor, Sr., went to be with the Lord in the early morning hours of Monday, May 12th, 2025. He was he is a great man. You know this.

Those of you who knew him - whether by blood, by bond, or by brief passing - felt the warmth of Charles.

Those of you who grew up with him - he carried your memories with him, always.

Those of you he enlisted with - the brotherhood you shared never left his spirit.

Those he secured and served in the behavioral health center - you helped shape his strength.

Those he protected and quietly ministered to at the bank - your stories stayed with him, long after you parted.

Those he loved - and who loved him - even when memory began to fade, his heart still held you.

Charles Marshall Taylor, Sr. was born on February 13th, 1957, to James Monroe Carter Taylor, Sr. and Ann Jewel (Frey) Taylor in Oakland, California. He grew up in Modesto, California, where he built a life grounded in humility, service, and deep love for family.

After graduating high school, Charles enlisted in the United States Army, where he served his country with pride.

In the late 1970s, he welcomed two sons, Charles Taylor Jr. and Shawn Taylor. Then in 1986, he met a woman who, in his own words, "turned his head quickly" Dephany.

She became his beloved wife and the mother of their children. With her came Davetta Botley-Taylor, whom Charles embraced as his daughter from the very beginning.

In the years that followed, Charles and Dephany added to their family two more daughters: Chanel Taylor and Jessica Taylor.

Charles was a devoted husband, a fiercely loving father, a loyal brother, and a steadfast friend. He cherished his siblings: Brenda Brown, Marie Taylor-Briggs, James Monroe Carter Taylor, Jr., and Perry Taylor, Sr. He kept close friendships with Leo Botley (brother-in-law), Amos Botley III (brother-in-law), Robert Kilgore, David Maxwell, Gene Wilson, and Todd James - brothers in all but blood.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 40 years, Dephany Taylor; his children, Charles Taylor Jr., Shawn Taylor, Davetta Botley-Taylor, Chanel Taylor, and Jessica Taylor; his siblings; his lifelong friends; and all who were touched by his presence.

He is preceded in death by his parents, James Monroe Carter Taylor, Sr. and Ann Jewel Taylor.

Out of respect for Charles's wishes, there will be no formal ceremony or gathering. His family asks that you honor his life in your own way, and they request privacy during this time. Any donations in memory of Charles can be given to the King Kennedy Memorial Center in Modesto, CA.

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Published by Modesto Bee from May 15 to May 17, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
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Stevo botley

June 3, 2025

Love you uncle Charles I will always remember the good times we had together save a place for me up there in heaven

Pamelagrace Beatty

May 26, 2025

Thank you to whoever wrote the obituary. I learned things about my cousin that I didn´t know because we have been separated for so long. I do remember Charles as a youngster and I remember that he was a sweetheart. My heart goes out to the family and perhaps I´ll meet you all someday. In the meantime, may God be with you and may the joy of having Charles and your family always be with you.

Brenda Brown

May 21, 2025

For my loving Brother I will always love you.
Your big Sister Brenda Joyce.

Lori LaNinfa

May 21, 2025

So sorry for your loss. I went to elementary school with Charles (Catherine Everett School) Charles was the nicest guy. I always wondered where he was and how his life turned out. RIP

Tyler Family

May 20, 2025

Our sincere condolence's to the Taylor family. Charles will be greatly missed. He was not only a wonderful neighbor, but a true beacon of happiness and contentedness. He and Delphany have always had me in their thoughts and prayers, and I am truly grateful. The Taylor family is always in my thoughts and prayers. We, the Tyler family, love you!

Janet Williams- Gaines

May 20, 2025

My childhood friend. I so remember times at CME Church on Pine St and stopping by your house to walk to school with your sister Marie. Always enoyed your humor and fun spirit. My condolences to your wife,children and siblings. We'll see you on the other side

Judy

May 19, 2025

My condolences to the family. May you RIP cousin.

Vernon Chase

May 18, 2025

My condolence to the family Charles and I grew up together a long family friend

Sam.....i love u cousin !!!

May 18, 2025

Raymond Thomas, Jr.

May 18, 2025

My deepest condolences to the Taylor family!!!

Bob Killgore

May 18, 2025

I have a lot of memories with Charles very when he was doing security and in Modesto and he had me do a couple jobs how it makes Ranch out there for graduations and weddings and the last one I did was send my RV trailer out there had a patrol all of his property at night. I stayed there for seven days so there´s a lot of memories. He always called me his big brother. I´m gonna miss him in the conversations. we had way back in there. I can´t remember how far back it was guess it was in the 90s 1990s love you Charles.

Salvador Mendez

May 18, 2025

Charles was a great friend of my family, he always stood tall and proud. I had him in grade school at Washington elementary school. And then we shared Modesto High school together. I can still hear his voice. So sad. When I past by Carpenter rd where the bank he worked at i still see him there smiling and waving to me because I would always honk to let him know i see ya. Rest in Power my friend and family member

Rhonda Brink

May 17, 2025

I am sorry for your loss. The Taylor family has made a positive impact on our community.

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