of Batesville, AR
June 30, 1942 - June 17, 2018
Jerry Don Taylor, 75, of Southside went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, June 17, 2018.
He was born in Little Rock to the late E.R. and Willa Mae (McSpadden) Taylor on Tuesday, June 30, 1942.
Jerry was a pastor for 38 years. He spent his first 7 years at Weavers Chapel and the last 31 at Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, motorcycling, and feeding the birds and animals.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Marilyn (Scaife) Taylor and one son, Paul Ray Taylor and his wife, Francis of Southside.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents.
Pallbearers will be Brother Ben Ryan, Gary Campbell, Danny Dale, Doyle Clouse, John Richardson, and Sky Clark.
A memorial service will be held at Allen Chapel Freewill Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 with Brother Tim Landers and Brother Bobby Shepherd officiating. Burial will be at a later date.
There will be no visitation.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorials be made to Arkansas Children's Hospital at 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, Ar. 72202 or to St. Jude at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105
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14 Condolence(s)
Larry & Joyce Wilkes
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Marilyn & Paul, So sorry for your loss. We thought a lot of Jerry and remember the fun times we had together. Praying for your family.
Larry & Joyce Wilkes
Paul and Sue Brooks
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
We were so sorry of the passing of Jerry...He was such a wonderful man and we enjoyed him stopping in to see us...
We did miss him sermon's on Sunday as Paul hasn't been feeling good and has been really hard of hearing and understanding....Out prayers and thought are with you Marylin and family.
Pat Watkins
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Marilyn and Paul,
So sorry for your loss, though thankful Jerry is in the arms of our Lord. So many happy memories that Mike and I have of our times together. God bless you.
Pat Watkins
James & Connie Johnson
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
May the Peace of Christ be with you
Danny and Pam Trail
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
We are praying for your family. May our gracious Lord give you comfort during this difficult time.
Margaret Freeman
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Paul and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
Margaret Freeman and family.
Jerry Haertlein
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Marilyn and Paul, I am so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a good man. You are in my prayers.
Wiley Osborn
Monday, June 18, 2018
Paul & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that Mr. Taylor will be greatly missed. You all our in our continued thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Wiley Osborn & Family
Jennifer McSparren
Monday, June 18, 2018
My condolences to the family of Brother Jerry. He was a great person and wonderful pastor. I'll always remember him coming to visit me while I was in the hospital. Bro. Jerry will be greatly missed. Prayers for the family.
Gregory and Reba Tate
Monday, June 18, 2018
Our prayers are with you. I will miss the service. Greg has a cardiology appointment at 10 am Wednesday. Know I will be thinking of you. Sure did love that man.
Paula Roddy
Monday, June 18, 2018
sorry for your loss
with sincere sympathy
Etta McSparren
Alan Vickery
Monday, June 18, 2018
In our thoughts and prayers,
Phyllis, Alan, Paige, & Andrew Vickery
Vera Vickery
Larry & Carolyn Crafton
Monday, June 18, 2018
Jerry was always a blessing to be around, and we will miss him. Prayers for Marilyn ad Paul. God bless you both
Robin Richardson
Monday, June 18, 2018
Brother Jerry was a faithful man of God & he will be missed. So sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.