Jack C. Taylor

Jack C. Taylor, born May 25, 1930, passed away peacefully at home May 14, 2023, surrounded by family.

Jack was a long-time resident of Big Spring, having moved here with his pregnant wife and two sons from Abilene in 1960. He went on to bless many of Big Spring's residents with his cooking in a few cafes before opening Jack & Mattie's on 3rd St. After retiring, he could often be found amongst family, playing with grandchildren and great-grandchildren, spending time at the fish fries at the American Legion, or attending church at Crossroads Baptist.

He is survived by three children, Tommy Lasater, Wesley Taylor, and Marie Dunnam; six grandchildren, Belinda Hall, Selena Taylor, Sean Dunnam, Annaliese Dunnam-Gordon, Shaina Dunnam and Victoria Dunnam; and six great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his wife Mattie Taylor; his son Jack Taylor Jr.; and his three siblings.

Jack was Army Reservist for eight years after serving 2 and a half years stateside during the Korean war, the family is immensely grateful for the Veterans Administration's health care services.

Pallbearers: Wesley Taylor, Sean Dunnam, Shawn Gordon, Scott Taylor, Eddie Taylor, David Wood. In lieu of any flower arrangements, please donate to the local Dementia/Alzheimer's organization or American Legion Post 506.

Services to be held Wednesday, May 17, at the following locations -Myers & Smith: Visitation 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Funeral 11 a.m. Mount Olive Cemetery: Military graveside service immediately following funeral service.

West Texas Chapter (alz.org) the local Alzheimer's/dementia org.

Arrangements are under the direction of Myers & Smith Funeral Home. 301 E. 24th St./P. O. Box 2760. Big Spring, Texas 79721. Ph: 432-267-8288. 800658-6712. Fax: 432-264-9112.