George Taylor was born on June 9th, 1929, in Watson, Arkansas. He was the 9th child of Martha and Andrew Taylor. He was always considered a workaholic. Leaving Watson in June of 1951, arrived in and started working at the Wilson Packing House.
In November of 1952, George was drafted into the army, and served his country until October of 1954 after which he returned to the Wilson Packing House for five more years until they closed. Consolidated Foods was his employer for the next 15 years. George would then acquired a job at General Motors Corporation and retired as a welder in 1988.
In June of 1957 George married Ms. Helen D. Mosby, who preceded him in death in 1991. Together they raised their three loving children, Norleslie Bernard, Bruce Andre, and Janet Alane. Bruce joined his mother in the heavenly realm in 2014. His family always considered him to be a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
George joined in matrimony with Ms. Marion Anderson Graham in 2002.
George became a member of New Friendship Baptist Church in 1964 under the pastorship of Reverend Stroy Freeman where he became a deacon. Deacon Taylor worked as a custodian worker for the church as well as security.
Deacon Taylor’s was preceded in death by siblings Nela, Alonzo, Aldoria, Johnny, Lizzie, Cleophus, Andrew, Pierce, and Doree.
Deacon Taylor leaves in deep bereavement his loving wife, Deaconess Marion Taylor, children Norleslie (Debra), Janet (Eddie), godsons Richard Harris (Claudia), Victor Mitchell (Sandy) grandchildren Ti’ Akka, Brandi, Brian, and Nyeemah, great-great grandchildren; Melah, Kayla, Brian Jr., and Brendyn; great great great grandchildren Isabella and Aria, sisters-in- law Jaqueline Jones, and Maxine Anderson, many nieces, nephews, other relatives, his New Friendship Baptist Church family, and many friends.
Deacon Taylor realized what it meant to be Deacon and he was committed to being about our heavenly Father’s business. He found a joy in giving advice or counseling to young people who shared their many issues with him. His words to them always consisted of “Stay with the Lord, always do right and He will direct your path.” His words of wisdom, his strong prayers, and his voice leading the Doctor Watts song will be greatly missed.
In consideration of the safety of our guests and associates, Blake-Lamb Funeral Home will adhere to the current gathering restrictions in the state of Illinois, which allow 50 or fewer guests at services. The wake is open to all who knew and loved Deacon Taylor, though the number of guests inside at any one time is limited to 50. Proper social distancing must be practiced and all guests will be required to wear face masks at all times.
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