of Conway, AR
February 12, 1932 - June 11, 2021
William Thomas (Tommy) Taylor, 89, of Conway, AR, went to be with the Lord, at his home, Friday, June 11, 2021. He was born February 12, 1932 in Pangburn, AR to William E. Taylor and Mary D. Surratt Taylor . Tommy was preceded in death by his loving wife Gretchen J Rushin Taylor, his son Michael Thomas Taylor, brother, Homer Dean Taylor, sister, Leona Mae Taylor and his parents.
Tommy is survived by his son, Phillip Randall Taylor, (Dorothy) grandchildren, Jessica Anne Taylor, Zachary Steward Taylor, Bradley Randall Taylor and Emily Marie Taylor. He is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren and many other friends and relatives.
After graduating High School, Tommy married his childhood sweetheart and together they worked their way through Teachers College and lived in Wingo Hall. He graduated from the Arkansas State Teachers College and taught Math and was a basketball Coach in Strong, AR, Blytheville, AR and Jacksonville. He worked for J.A. Riggs Tractor Sales and later started his own business Central Arkansas Tractor Sales (CATS), he was a independent CAT Dealer working with his family and many fine employees for over 25 years. Tommy placed a lot of value in good education and made sure his family had the means to secure their education. Tommy enjoyed watching his great grandchildren playing; he enjoyed hunting, traveling to other countries and all outdoor activities. He was a Christian, with a very caring nature, as he greatly showed in caring for his wife until her death.
A family graveside service will be on Friday, June 18, 2021 at 10:00AM at Oak Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations to the Gideon Bible Program or the Church of your choice for missions.
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9 Condolence(s)
Betty Henson Webb
Monday, November 29, 2021
My deepest condolences coach will be very missed he was the nicest teacher I ever had . JHS
Jerry case
Friday, June 25, 2021
So sorry to see the obituary. Haven't seen him out in a while but always enjoyed visiting with at Kroger etc .He will be missed by many my prayers go out to the entire taylors family
Terry Fiddler
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Just a good man. Always enjoyed visiting with him. In the last few years, we talked at “ the gymâ€. He and Gretchen were always so nice to us.
Steve Horton
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Larry Williams
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Randy sorry for your loss. My dad and your dad both died at age 89. Both had a great influence on my life. Nothing will close the hole in your heart, but time will smooth the edges and make it easier.
John and Julia Magee
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Our sincere sympathy to all of Tommy's family.
Janis Banister
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
My deepest sympathy to all the family. It was a privilege to know Tommy, Gretchen and their family.
John & Stacia Adams
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Deepest sympathy from the Adamsbrooke neighborhood! Stacia and I send our best to the family. Enjoyed knowing Tommy for many years!
Don and Peggy Harrison
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Tommy was a dear friend and we will miss him.