Eldon Glen Taylor: Died 08/22/2017
Categories: Obituaries
MAYSVILLE, MISSOURI
Eldon Glen Taylor, age 77, was born on October 22nd, 1939 in Maysville, Missouri. He was the son of Ronald “Pop” and Beatrice L (Cogdill) Taylor. Eldon passed away peacefully in his home in Maysville, Missouri surrounded by his family, on August 22, 2017.
Eldon was born and raised in Maysville where he attended and graduated from Maysville High School in 1957, where he proudly played on the Maysville Wolverine Championship Football Team. Eldon married Janice Owen on March 18th, 1957 in Maitland, Missouri. Eldon and Janice had recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this past March. Eldon and Janice raised their three children in Maysville where they all still reside.
Eldon picked up his automobile passion by working for his father, Pop Taylor, when he was just 17-years-old. He continued to work for his dad until he and Janice purchased the dealership in Maysville from Estel and Margaret Miller. In July of 1971, Eldon and Janice became owners of Taylor Chevrolet. Eldon was a Master Technician and continued his education on GM automobiles throughout his career. He was one of the most knowledgeable in the business. He won numerous costumer service and sales awards from GM during his 46-year career.
While he wasn’t working, Eldon enjoyed attending MHS football games, visiting with his friends downtown, and watching his grandkids participate in various activities. He also had a love for racing, stray dogs (that would soon become his), and most importantly, his family.
Eldon served on the Industrial Development Board, was a past treasurer of the Camden Township Board, and served on the Oak Lawn Cemetery Board. He also attended the United Methodist Church of Maysville. Eldon was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Sunlight Chapter #247 where he was a past Patron, receiving his 50 year pin in October of 2015. He was also a member of the Parrott Lodge #308 AFAM where he also received his 50 year pin in 2012.
Eldon is preceded in death by his wife, Janice, who passed away April 14, 2017 and his brother, James Taylor, who passed in February of 2015. He is also proceeded in death by his parents.
Eldon is survived by his son, Mark (Tracy) Taylor, daughter, Kerri (Jeffrey) Huffaker, and son, Clark (Sheri) Taylor. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren; Jake and Julia Huffaker, Rachel and Mason Taylor, Morgan (Lucas) Winder, Madison and Moriah Taylor. Eldon is also survived by his sister, Mary (Robert) Brunker of St. Joseph and brother, Doug (Betty Jo) Taylor of Overland Park, KS, and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, August 24, and the funeral is at 11 a.m. Friday, August 25, with burial at Oak Lawn Cemetery. Both to be held at the Maysville United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the Maysville United Methodist Church Building Fund or the Maysville Alumni Scholarship Fund.
Online condolences: www.turnerfamilyfuneral. com
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My deepest and sincerest condolences to the entire Taylor family. I grew up knowing Eldon and Janice and Pop and all the others at the garage and later dealership. I know Mark, Kerri and Clark will miss Eldon and Janice in their lives very much. I last talked to Eldon and Janice when they made a point of speaking to me at my class of 66 50th reunion. Really made me feel good that they cared that much. I hope you all can find peace in knowing hat Eldon is feeling like his old self and enjoying being with Janice again. God Bless.