He retired from Kansas City Southern Rail Road as machine operator.
Robert is survived by his children, Loretta Landry, Rosetta Taylor, and John Taylor and wife Tina; six grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 33 years, Judy; parents, Robert "Bob" and Alva Taylor; brother Billy Taylor; and great granddaughter, Kallie.
A Celebration of Robert's life will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2019 in Hixson Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Celebrant Jody Barrilleaux will lead the service on behalf of her dear friend. Burial will follow in Hyatt Cemetery in Fields, LA. Visitation will begin Friday, 2 - 9pm and resume
Saturday, 8am until time of service. Words of comfort and memories may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.