Samuel (Sam) A. Taylor
March 25, 1943 ~ June 16, 2010
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Arden �Samuel (Sam) A. Taylor, 67, died Wednesday, June 16, 2010 in a local hospital.
A native of Buncombe County, Sam was son of Broadus and Lillian Todd Taylor of Asheville.
He retired as an engineer with the Railroad and was a peace-time veteran of the United States Air Force. Sam was an avid golfer and love to cook for his family and friends.
Surviving in addition to his parents is a daughter, Leigh Anne Bishop and her husband, Mark of Simpsonville, a son, Joseph Taylor of Virginia, two sisters, Pat Earwood and her husband, Jim of Arden, Carolyn Moore of Arden, a brother, Willis Broadus Taylor and his wife, Mary of Asheville. Sam is also survived by three grandchildren, Samuel Taylor and Mason and Sarah Bishop and many nieces and nephews.
Services for Sam will be held at 5:00 PM Sunday in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with the Revs. Charles Coxie and John Powers officiating.
Burial will be at 10:00 AM Monday at Western Carolina Veteran's Cemetery with military honors presented by the Buncombe County Veteran's Memorial Team.
The family will receive friends one prior to the service and at other times will be at the home of Sam's parents.
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Sam was a very special cousin to me. He and I enjoyed alot of things together as children and later on in life, Sam was a big support during some trying times in my life. He was one of the best cooks that the Todd family produced and he dearly loved to do so. We will miss you Sam. There will always be a void that only the Lord can fill. Sam will be there with the rest of our family to welcome each of us home. Family, know that our hearts go out to each of you. Leigh Ann and Joey, just look to the Lord to help you through this time. You and the whole family are in our prayers.
My dear Christian brothers and sisters,
I am so sorry for your loss of Sam. It seems that his Graduation from life came very close after his diagnosis. It is little comfort to realize that he didn’t have long to suffer, and that he is now free of pain and disease. The hole in your heart feels as though it will consume you now. However, he would want you to remember that we will all meet again in our Glorified bodies. Stand fast in the faith that has sustained you in the past, and Our Father will sustain you now.
I am a friend of Leigh Anne. It is very hard to lose a family member and my heart goes out to the entire family. Sincerely, Donna Atkins
Dear Broadus and Lillian, Sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Please know that we are praying for you and your family. We love you.
Charles & Debbie
Goodbye, Sam, you will always be loved and missed by those you leave behind but you are free from pain and suffering now, and you will be celebrating Father’s Day with your Heavenly Father!
My heart felt sympathy goes out to your family. My father, Ray Jackson, was one of Sam’s golfing buddies. He went home to be with the Lord two years ago. During the time of his passing, Sam was so good to us. He was the first one there to prepare a meal for us. He told us after the funeral he hoped there was some good golf coarses in heaven.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during the coming days. Let your memories comfort you.
Shelby and Glenda Jackson
To the precious parents and family of Sammy Taylor. How I remember him so well when he dated a friend of mine. I thought he was the most gorgeous guy I had ever seen. One day we all will see Sammy again and I am so thankful for that.
I will be praying for Sammy’s parents and family during this sad time..
My love to all,
Dianne Burleson Phillips
I will always remember you Sammy. We were friends, not only cousins. We had good times growing up and in High School.
I lost contact when you moved to SC, but I asked Carolyn about you numerous times. I will never forget the Jr-Sr Prom when you danced with me. It made a lot of girls jealous. I loved you so much.
I am so glad I got to see you last year at the reunion.
I know you are in a better place with our Lord.
Aunt Lillian and Uncle Broadus and family, my love and sympathy are with you. I know how it is to lose a son. It leaves a big hole in your heart, but rest assured that Sam is resting in the arms of our Lord Jesus.
Leigh Anne,
So sorry for your loss. Your father was surely a remarkable man to have such a wonderful daughter! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jamise Ferguson
I did not know Sam, however I know his daughter and what a wonderful man he must have been to raise such a fantastic woman!!
I am sadden to hear of the family’s loss, but greatful for the Lord’s gain!
You are in my prayers!
Mindy Duckworth
SAM YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL YOUR FRIENDS AROUND THE WAFFLE HOUSE. BILL ,CHARLIE AN ALL THE REST
Sam is my uncle and I will miss him. Anytime you needed anything he was there, even when you just needed someone to talk to he was there. Our family has lost a great man. I love you Uncle Sam
Hi Bud and Mary and family,
I am very sorry for your loss.. I have been praying for you..God will take care of you.. If I can be of any help, please call me..Psalm 18:2
love and prayers to you, Patsy
Broadus and Lillian, Theresa and I were so sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Pat, Buddy, Carolyn and family during this time of loss. We love you, Joey, Theresa and Family
Dear Family, I am so saddened and sorry for what you are all going through by Sam’s passing, but I know that now he is at peace. I love you all and am so thankful for your being a part of my family and life and want you to know you have mine and everyone’s prayers for your healing comfort. Things will not be the same without Sam. He will be sadly missed, however there will always be a lot of good and sweet memories from our early years and his wanting to always be such a big part of our family reunion as he was this year. and what a reunion there will be someday with him.
Dear Broadus, Lillian, and family, Sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. I offer my condolences and prayers for your loss. God bless
our loss is heavens gain. my prayers are with the famiy.
We are so sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. You have our deepest sympathy and heart felt prayers. May God Bless you in this time of grief.
Bill & Gail
Dear Taylor Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Know that Sam is in a better place and time and you will see him again in a joyous reunion.
‘Is death the last sleep? No, it is the last final awakening.’
Love and peace to you all.
Henrietta
So sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Doris Wilson Page
Steve Wilson
To my extended family and the loving parents of Sam. Broadus, Lillian,Pat, Buddie, and Carolyn. Sam will not be forgotten. We will miss him and he will remain in our hearts. His smile and laughs will always be a beacon for those left behind. You were a true friend and will always be remembered for your willingness to help others. A cup of Coffee will always be shared in your memory at the Waffle House. Happy Fathers Day. You will truly be missed by your entire family. We love you Leigh Anne and Joey. May the family find strength in knowing that Sam is no longer suffering with pain and he is in a better place with the Lord. Jack & Barbara Wright.
Hi Mary, Bud, Broadus, Lillian, Pat,& Carolyn I am so sorry about the loss of your son, & brother Sam. Forgive me for not being there but I did not hear about it until Saturday and I had other obligations I could not get out of Sunday. I want you all to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God will be with you always.
Peace & God Bless,
Love, Glenna Stephenson
sorry to hear about your lost I will always remember him and may god be with you all at this sad time
Memories of the Taylor Family are not forgotten. God Bless each of you.
Don Young
Sam will be forever remembered as a good looking, friendly and fun fellow. I knew him during his high school years and I looked up to him and he was always good to me…. I’ll miss knowing he is ‘around’….. My condolences to Broadus, Lillian, Buddy, Carolyn and Patsy….
Bye Sam.
sweet sweet memories of Sam and all the Taylor Clan. I loved you all dearly. I am so sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace in knowing where he is now……having fun in heaven.
Hey Brother, Today was Thanksgiving. Although I wasn’t at Pat’s, we all missed you. You turkey,potatoe salad, mac&cheese, and the big chocolate cake we would all fight over to take home,if there happened to be a peice of it left. Sam, the other night I could,t go to sleep, but was laying in bed trying to rest my eyes. Suddenly I heard you call me as plain as day, With that gruff voice of yours ‘Carolyn, Come here’. It was so real, that I raised up, to see if I could see you. Our Family will never be the same without you. So glad I could be there for you, when I could, Sorry I couldn’t be there for you when God was calling you home. But I know you had a great Thanksgiving today. Did God call on you to do the cooking? Bet He did. I love you Brother and miss you so much. Thanks for the memories. Your Sister, Carolyn