Howard Eugene Taylor age 77 of Kyle, Texas passed away on Saturday May 13, 2017. Howard was the son of James Vernon Taylor and Janie Mildred Snowden. Howard grew up in Elgin, TX.
Howard met and married his devoted and loving wife, Betty Jean Taylor, in 1983 in Austin, TX. They moved to Kyle, TX in 1985. Howard worked in installation and repair of roofing. He became a master in this field of the construction industry.
Howard Taylor loved and cared for his family and many extended family members throughout his life. He always enjoyed the simple pleasure of family and friends gathering to share companionship and food. He loved playing dominoes and pool, sports, and collecting Harley-Davidson memorabilia and t-shirts. As a longtime resident, Howard was considered to be one of the “founding fathers” of the once small and isolated Green Pastures community. He was known and loved by family, many friends and neighbors. They will always remember how he made them feel better about themselves and life. Howard took the time to listen, give his best advice, provide a word of encouragement and cheer, with a big hug.
Howard was preceded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by his wife, Betty Jean Taylor of Kyle, TX; daughter Kimberly Collier of Weir, TX; sister Stella Scott of New Boston, TX; and five step-children; and their children who love and will miss Grandpa very much.
