Judge Taylor was originally from Jefferson County and had an impressive career which spanned over the course of three decades. Graduating from Pine Bluff High in 1958, Judge Taylor went on to earn his bachelor of science and his law degree in 1965 from the University of Arkansas. Judge Taylor was elected to office in 1975 to the 2nd Division Circuit Court Judge for the 11th Judicial District West, serving Jefferson and Lincoln counties for 29 years. 

Judge Taylor had a distinguished military career, serving in the Vietnam War and earning both the Bronze Star and Army Commendation Medals.

I am deeply saddened by Judge Taylor's death and offer my heartfelt condolences to his wife, Marcy Taylor. His legacy will live on through the lives he touched and by those who knew him and counted him as a friend.