Justin Jaquin Taylor

Justin Jaquin Lyes Taylor, 33, of Norwood; departed on Thursday, September 25th, 2025.

Justin was born at Stanly Memorial Hospital on May 5, 1992 to the late Henry "Oink" Taylor and Sandra Ledbetter. Growing up, Justin fell in love with the game of football. He played football and basketball throughout the years from grade school to high school. During his senior year, he received an athletic scholarship to Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He graduated from South Stanly High School in 2010. In the fall of 2010, he attended Virginia Tech, where he played football.

Upon his return to Stanly County, Justin was employed in multiple positions as a landscaper. Although he enjoyed those jobs, his most recent employer was Martins Sprocket and Gear in Albemarle, NC. Justin was a member of First Baptist Church in Norwood, NC, the pastor is Rev. Cecil Rayzor.

In addition to his father, Justin was preceded in death by paternal grandparents: Bertha Taylor and Charlie Lilly; and maternal grandparents: Terry and Martha Ledbetter.

Justin is survived by his mother, Sandra Ledbetter, of Norwood, NC; his sisters: Shaquett Peterson and Debbie Crouch; brothers: Armani Merriman and Hassie J. Little. A special Big Sister Keiana SanHannibl-ish (Justin knows her Heart) and a special brother Alec (Stephanie) Shue.

Justin's Nieces and nephews meant the world to him. T*shara Ledbetter, Ari Peterson, Alasia Little, Jasmen(Holly) Barrier and Greyson Shue brought him joy. Justin had no biological children but being a father was his dream. Kara Marie Waldroop was his biggest heart beat along with his "Son" Blaze Erick Taylor.

Along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Justin was a bright light that refused to be extinguished.