He was born on June 16, 1942 in New Salem Township in McDonough County, IL to Raymond and Melba (Stremmel) Taylor.
He married Barbara Regan on February 11, 1962 in Table Grove. She survives.
Also surviving are his children, Jeff Taylor of Washington, D.C., Laura Heberling of Missouri, Carol Chandler of Annawan, IL, grandchildren, Jordan (Cherish) Mills, Jessica Meador, Katy Lewis, Emily Towns, Abby Mills and great grandchildren, Lincoln Meador and Everett Mills.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Gene Taylor and sister Sandra Hall.
Gary was a contractor owning and operating Taylor Construction. He was dedicated to his work but most of all he was a loving, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend.
Cremation rites will be accorded and a memorial visitation will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025 from 5-7 at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. There will be no funeral service. Burial of his ashes will be held at a later date at the Table Grove Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice
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