of Harrison, AR
June 13, 1930 - March 23, 2018
Charles H. Taylor, age 87, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away Friday, March 23, 2018, in Harrison. Charles was born June 13, 1930, in Harrison, the son of Paul Elkins and Lona Elnora ''Smith'' Taylor. Along with his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan ''Taylor'' Young.
At the age of 25, Charles surrendered to the ministry and was called to Rocky Mound Baptist Church in Texarkana, Arkansas. In 1959 he moved to Boxley Baptist Church where he pastored for 4 years. He was then called to Bellefonte First Baptist Church where he pastored for 42 years until his retirement. He came out of retirement to pastor Zion's Light Baptist Church for 10 years. While his primary calling was service to the Lord, Charles also was a business owner for several years as well as an educator.
Charles is survived by his wife of almost 70 years, Bettye ''Saxon'' Taylor, of Harrison; his daughter and son-in-law, Charlotte and Steve Pledger, of Harrison; his son and daughter-in-law; Paul and Chris Taylor, of Springfield, Missouri; 5 grandchildren, Britt and Marie Young, Brian and Kristen Pledger, Malia and Shane Parnell, Jason and Kellie Pledger and Grant Pledger and fiancé Kati Anderson; 8 great-grandchildren, Andie, Emma, Beth, Sophie, Ava, Grace, Owen and Parker, as well several nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members.
In addition to the multitude of friends, acquaintances, caregivers and family that supported, loved and cared for Charles, his family would like to express their gratitude to the staff and administration of Harrison Rehab and Health, Dr. Thomas Leslie and staff, Ms. Pat Long and all of Charles' personal caregivers.
Funeral service was 11:00 AM, Monday, March 26, 2018, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home with Robert Shaddox officiating. Visitation was an hour prior to the service.
Internment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Charles' grandchildren.
Donations in honor of Charles may be made to Harrison Rehab and Health, 115 Orendorff, Harrison, Arkansas 72601, or Down Syndrome Connection of Northwest Arkansas, P.O. Box 8523, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703.
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11 Condolence(s)
DW
Thursday, March 29, 2018
So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at 2 Corinthians 1:3 & 4" Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God
Mike and Pam Taylor
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Signed Monday 26th
Dear Betty,
Pam and are so very sad at Charles's passing. However we feel blessed to have known and loved Charles. As you know Betty, I have known this good man for over seventy years and have always felt pride in the fact that I could call him cousin. And though this is such a sorrowful time it is also a time to praise both you and Charles for all the wonderful work you both have done in the name of the Lord. Pam and I find comfort in knowing, that even though Charles has left us here, he is now with the Lord for eternity.
God bless you and your family Betty,
Cousin Mike and Pam
Shane Wallis
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Betty, Charlotte, Paul and family, Word's cannot express what a great man Charles was..I loved him dearly as I do you all.His wisdom, sense of humor, and his gruff voice captured my attention every time I was in his presence. He always loved talking about his family with pride. Thanks for letting me be a part of your lives.
Shane
Jan Baker
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
I have lots of fun memories of being with Charles at 555 Service Station. He was a kind man and always enjoyed a good laugh. He will be missed.
Mel and Jodi Melhorn
Monday, March 26, 2018
We are thinking of you and your family.
Sarah Rushing
Monday, March 26, 2018
Prayers for the family. I have known Pastor Charles & wife for many years through my sister, Ruby Thomason and her church. Pastor Charles was very good at checking in on my husband while he was hospitalized with Cancer in Little Rock. I will never forget that kindness. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Jamie Methvin
Monday, March 26, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Charles was a great man and will certainly be missed.
Skip and Mary Lynn Emmett
Sunday, March 25, 2018
Betty, Charlotte, Paul and all the family- we are so very sorry and pray that God will comfort you and give you peace during this sorrowful time. I have so many good memories of Bro. Charles, Betty, Susan, Charlotte and Paul when he was our Pastor and School Teacher at Boxley. You family will always be so special to us.
Love and prayers, Skip and Mary Lynn Emmett
Melissa Block
Saturday, March 24, 2018
Betty,Charlotte and Paul, prayers to each and everyone at this time of loss. Such a wonderful person. He was 1 of my favorite teachers, have heard him preach many sermons and I have lots of good memories of him.
Carl Bell
Saturday, March 24, 2018
With Deepest Sympathy and Prayers,
Carl Bell
Larry Coffman
Saturday, March 24, 2018
Charlotte and Paul, Condolences & sorry for your loss.
I have fond memories of Charles Taylor at Woodland Heights School as he was my 6th grade teacher.
Praying for your family.
Larry