"Uncle Owen will be missed not only by us but by so many. The thing I remember most about Uncle Owen is, he loved loved his family especially his wife Aunt Rosemary, he loved his friends, and I think he loved anyone he met. He was a happy and friendly man, who was kind to many people and was always on the move. Uncle Owen is in the hearts of many people so he will live forever."
In loving memory of
Owen Taylor
December 9, 2006
Owen C. Taylor, 85, of Hamilton, Illinois, died at 10:05 AM Saturday, December 9, 2006 at Memorial Hospital in Carthage, Illinois.
Mr. Taylor was born February 24, 1921, in Hamilton Illinois, the son of John and Nellie Taylor. He married Rosemary C. West on March 22, 1948, in Hamilton, Illinois. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He lived in the Hamilton area most of his life with the exception of several years in Rock Island, Illinois. While living in Rock Island, Illinois, he had been employed by J.I. Case, Bear Manufacturing, and International. In Keokuk, he had worked for Thomas Truck & Caster, Railway Express, and for Hubinger/Heintz for 35 years, retiring in 1986.
He was a member of Bethel Presbyterian Church in Hamilton, V.F. W. Post # 5117 in Carthage, and a life member of Disabled American Veterans. He was a history buff and enjoyed genealogy. He collected railroad lanterns and other collectibles.
He is survived by his wife, Rosemary; a son, Larry Taylor and his wife, Kimberlie, of Hamilton; a daughter, Judy Hardy and her husband, Richard, of Philadelphia, Missouri; three grandchildren, Crystal McGee and her husband, Mike, Karissa Taylor and Brandi Taylor; two great grandchildren, Austin and Taylor; Orpha Decker of Hamilton who was raised by Owen's parents; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by three brothers, Lloyd Taylor, Glen Taylor, and Carroll Taylor; and two sisters, Eva Fox and Mabel McLaughlin.
Funeral services were held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, December 13, 2006, at Bethel Presbyterian Church with Rev. Robert Wagner officiating. Burial followed with full military rites at Oakwood Cemetery in Hamilton.
Memorials may be made to Bethel Presbyterian Church or to the donor's choice.
Tributes
"I was a paperboy for Mr. and Mrs. Taylor many years ago (about 45 years ago) in Hamilton...I will never forget their generosity and caring spirit...a great man..."
" Rosemary and family Will remember Owen smile and how friendly he was, and always spoke to all. God Bless you."
"Grandpa, I love you and miss you. Lova always, Brandi"
"Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. ~With Love, Roy and Missy Washburn and family"
"Owen was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Lary & LeeAnn Howarter"
"Rosemary So sorry We wern't able to make it for visitation, We had planned to be there Dons Work ran him late and because of his job we won't be able to attend Owens funeral either, I hope you know we both thought a lot of Owen we love you both. Love your cousin, Mary Ann & Don"
"Rosey, i only knew owen from working atHy-vee but just loved him. He was an insperation of what a true person should be. I will miss him comming to see me and sitting down with him at Hy-vee for coffee we will all miss him, our prayers are with you and the family, Cyndy"