Birth date: May 8, 1931 Death date: Jun 15, 2014
Funeral services for Rev. John Robert Taylor, Jr., 83, of Hallsville, will be held at 10 AM Friday, June 20, 2014 at Hallsville First Baptist Church with Dr. Monty Pierce and Rev. Randy Babin officiating. Burial will follow at 4 P Read Obituary
Brother Taylor was a very special person put on this Earth to serve God. He did it as well as that task can be done. He is still fondly remembered for his time spent serving the congregation of the First Baptist Church in Taft. My mother always spoke very fondly of his ability to calm and add reason when we thought there was little hope. May God console and bring comfort to his family at this time of need. Rest in peace.
He was a wonderful Pastor and Friend when he was in Taft, such a Godly man. One Sunday Morning he was coming down the aisle speaking to everyone and shaking hands
as he usually did. I had a little Grand daughter with me, she asked me "is that Jesus?"
With his wonderful countenace and grace, it was what she thought Jesus would be like.
He had a sweet family, and I pray they will find Peace and Comfort during this sad time.
Tommy & Maxine Tucker
I knew John from Bernadene and the beach house. He was a gentleman and so kind to me and my children. He never tried to convert me! How refreshing for a Baptist preacher. Sarah Youngblood
My Uncle John will remain a true inspiration. He lived what he believed and never failed to inspire. I love him greatly and will miss his humor and advice. -Pam Thomas
We loved Brother Taylor as a Pastor and as a Friend. He was so good for Charles while he was growing up. We have good memories. Love to all of you, Page
A long time since his arrival at Woodland Heights Baptist in Conroe, It just might have been his first position as pastor of a church. He supplemented his tiny church pay check by also being a school bus driver.Texas. A hard working very respectable man
Jerry & I will never forget this wise, wonderful, beautiful, godly man. We loved him dearly as the pastor of County Line Baptist & as our treasured friend while we lived in Diana & then moved into Longview. He was always willing to help the youth group in ANY skit, play, etc with a part. We know we will see him & that beautiful white thick head of hair when we gather in our heavenly home. Blessings & comfort to Ms. Amelia & the family. Also, to those of County Line. In Christ, Jerry & Kay Laney.
Dear Family of Bro John, We were so sorry to hear about Bro John's passing. He has always meant so much to us. He was so calm and good natured. I always loved the way he smiled, always smiling. He loved everyone so and cared about everyone. He will be greatly missed. I know you all have the best memories to carry on with. Love Mickey and Pam Shirley
Amelia, I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I'll always cherish our time together in Marshall; the fishing trips with him; our quartet; the time spent in your home; and his wise counsel at a time when I truly needed it. I also remember when he sang at our wedding in 1963 in Austin, and your visit with us in Corpus. I pray that God will comfort and sustain you and your family. Love you.
Melanie & family,
You all are in my prayers! Hold on tight to the wonderful stories. I never got to meet Rev. Taylor face to face but I feel like I know him through the stories you tell of his love of family & faith! Much Love!
