Steven Warren Taylor

Steven Warren Taylor, 48, of Crozet, passed away on August 10th, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends. Steve was born January 24, 1967 in Richmond, VA, to Ralph Austin and Ruby Clegg Coleman Taylor who now reside in Albemarle County. As well as his parents, he is survived by his wife, Lori Ann Taylor and sons, Ryan Viar Taylor and Joel Steven Burgess-Taylor and their mothers, Tammy Viar and Tammy Burgess-Wyland. Steve is also survived by his paternal aunts and uncles, Jerry and Elke Taylor of Dunmore WV, Theodore and Nancy Taylor of Fort Defiance, Jean Wimer of Harrisonburg, Suellen and Donald Cosby of Richmond, Betty Funkhouser of Buena Vista; his maternal aunts and uncles Betty and Luther Wiley of Richmond, Marian Phillips of Winter Garden FL, and Robert and Karen Coleman of Colonial Heights and cousins. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Katherine Bernice Garrison, two sisters-in-law, Lucy Garrison and Lena Garrison; a niece, Jessica Morgan Frazier; a nephew, Jason Paul Frazier; and a special great niece, Vera Jane Smith. Steve was preceded in death by his grandparents, Emmet and Georgia McLaughlin Taylor and Robert Ernest and Icy Belle Clegg Coleman Sr. Steve and his parents moved to the Charlottesville area when he was a child. Steve was a graduate of Western Albemarle High School and attended Piedmont Community College, majoring in Electronic Technology and Engineering. His very first job at the age of 14 was working for Mr. Lynwood Sandy Sr. repairing lawn mowers. Steve's passion of automobile and motorcycle engines started his career as a mechanic, parts salesman and manager, and finally, a distributor. Steve loved to work on cars, fishing, and attending antique shows. He loved music, particularly rock and roll, and was known to DJ in his spare time for fun. He enjoyed vacation at the Outer Banks. He spent his last vacation there as a gift from loving and supportive friends of Jim Price Automotive, watching the waves and listening to the seashore sounds. Steve valued time with his family and friends, sitting quietly, watching movies or talking about old times, squeezing his wisdom and concern for his loved ones into those quiet conversations. Things that were important to Steve were honesty, finish what you start, do it right the first time and be smart about it. He spent the last four years always hopeful for a miracle yet filled with grace and courage. The family acknowledge with profound gratitude his nurse Becky Swartz, for her devotion to Steve, her commitment to his wish to stay at home, and the support of his family. They thank Dr. Geoffrey Weiss, Josie Landress, Dr. Julio Silvestre and the staff of the UVA Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center, Continuum Home Health, UVA Palliative Care and Parkway Pharmacy. There are no words to express the depth of gratitude for his very close uncle Robert, his friends Alan, Scott, Delia and Brook. Jim Price Automotive management and staff for their support and consideration allowing Lori to be with Steve through this journey. A funeral service will be held Thursday, August 13th at 4 p.m. Prize Hill Chapel in Boonesville, VA with Rev. Dwayne (Chock) Johnson officiating with interment in Prize Hill Cemetery. Reception to follow the service at Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church, Boonesville. The family will receive friends Wednesday, August 12th between 6-8 p.m. at the Teague Funeral Home.