Vernon F. Taylor

Vernon F. Taylor, son of Herschel Lee Taylor & Hattie Liza Jane (Smithson) Taylor-McGill, was born November 18, 1929 in Black Oak, Arkansas. He departed this life Friday evening, October 15, 2004, at 9:40 PM at his home near Vienna, IL. At the time of his passing, Vernon had attained the age of 74 years, 10 months, and 27 days.

Vernon was united in marriage to Frankie A. (Covington) on Sept. 19, 1954 in Heafer, AR. She survives.

Other Survivors include: 1 Son – Robert Taylor & his wife Lori, of Vienna, IL; 3 Daughters – Deborah Carter of Herrin, IL; Brenda Hamp & her husband Robert, of Harrisburg, IL; and Violet Treat & her husband David, of Mattoon, IL. 13 Grandchildren: Amber Tite, Sarah Carter, Emily Carter, Jamie Short, Angela Girtman, Amy Little, Alicia Taylor, Jeremy Taylor, Paul Thorne, Shawna Hamp, Nicholas Hamp, Brandon Treat, and Brittany Treat. 7 Great Grandchildren – Savanna Tite, Skyler Carter, Kaden Hall, Allison Girtman, Xander Thorne, Tyler Little & Seth Little. 4 Brothers – Rev. William Taylor of Earl, AR; Chamness Taylor of Pocahontas, TN; Bobby McGill of Gulf Breeze, FL; and Walter McGill of Simpson, IL. 2 Sisters – Mabel Watson of Memphis, TN; and Opal Hill of Rossville, TN. A Dear Friend – Diana Funk whom Vernon loved as a daughter. And Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and many friends.

In addition to his parents, Vernon was preceded in death by a dear friend, Barbara Rose, whom he loved as a daughter.

Vernon was a US Army Air Corps and US Air Force veteran.

 He had been employed as a Fleet Mechanic for Diversified Metals in East St. Louis, IL. He farmed and assisted in the construction of concrete agricultural silos.

Vernon was of the Southern Baptist faith. He enjoyed mowing the yard and was an avid golfer and St. Louis Cardinals fan. He played the guitar and taught his grandkids how to dance. Vernon also loved cooking and taught his family how to cook. Vernon leaves his family and many dear friends to cherish his memory.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2004 at 11 AM at the Bailey Funeral Home in Vienna, IL. Rev. Bud McDannel will officiate. Visitation will begin after 5 PM Monday, Oct. 18, at Bailey Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Gilead Cemetery. Military rites will be accorded at the cemetery by the Beggs-Gurley VFW Post #5222. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.