Charlie Taylor

August 2, 1939 - July 18, 2019

Charles William “Charlie” Taylor, age 79, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born, August, 2 1939 in Lauderdale County to the late James Taylor and the late Katie Bell Ferrell Taylor. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, July 23 at 11:00 am, at Archer’s Chapel Methodist Church, 356 Archer’s Chapel Rd, Halls, TN. Burial will follow in Archer’s Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, July 22, 2019 from 5 – 8 pm at Archer’s Chapel. Charlie was a caring husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He retired from A.O. Smith with thirty-eight years of faithful service. After retiring, Charlie enjoyed spending extra time around his family. He also displayed his green thumb by growing a multitude of vegetables in his yearly garden. Working with his hands brought him great joy. Charlie leaves behind his devoted wife of 56 years , Betty Riley Taylor of Frog Jump, TN, three daughters: Lana Gilliland (Scott)of Three Way, TN, Tina Thurmond (Jeff) of Frog Jump, TN and Kristy Laton (David) of Jackson, TN. He also leaves behind six grandchildren: Emily Ross (Taylor), Wesley Thurmond (Kala), Brianna Brown, Kynley Laton, Avery Laton, Connor Laton and one great-grandson, Leo Ross. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Jimmy Taylor, and three sisters: Stella Harrison, Doris Harrison, and Margie Diane Dowell.