Kerry Taylor Obituary
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He was a loving father, grandfather and brother.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth McClanahan Taylor; son Wesley Taylor; and brothers Christopher Taylor and Terry Taylor.
Survivors include daughter Katrina Taylor and fiancé Kyle Elswick of Grundy, VA, Nikki Blankenship of Hurley, VA; and brother Keith Taylor of Big Rock, VA.
He is also survived by grandchildren Nathan Hurley, Alicen Lester, Natelee Harmon, Maeci Taylor, Maddilynn Elswick, Lacy Elswick, Karson Elswick; and special cousin Joey Clevinger.
Honoring Kerry's wishes, he will be cremated. There will be no service scheduled at this time.
Online condolences may be sent to www.shortridgeramey.com.
The family of Kerry Taylor has entrusted the care of their loved one to Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home of Grundy, VA.
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