Retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jackie Douglas “J.D.” Taylor of Possum Kingdom Lake passed away at home surrounded by family on Sept. 25, 2017. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, at Possum Hollow pavilion, with a reception to follow.
J.D. was born Oct. 8, 1943 in Blum, to Roy and Bessie Taylor. Soon after, the Taylor family became lifelong residents of Graham. After attending Graham High School, J.D. enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps where he served for over 30 years, retiring in 1991. J.D. loved the Marine Corps and served his country with pride and honor.
J.D. spent his retirement years at his beloved home at Possum Kingdom Lake, where he enjoyed fishing, friends and family. He was an avid reader of literature and enjoyed classical music.
He is survived by a sister, Jean Dunn of Houston, sister, Judy Rush of Graham, brother, Kenneth Taylor and wife, Linda, of Brownwood, brother, Leonard Taylor and wife, Virginia, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., numerous nieces and nephews, and an extended lake family.
J.D. is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Ann Burdell of Abilene; brother, Donald Taylor of Graham; and nephew, Casey Elliott of Newcastle.
The family would like to give special thanks to Beyond Faith Hospice, Clear Path Sitters, and Miranda and Bailey. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Beyond Faith Hospice, 604 Oak, Graham, TX, 76450, your local VFW, or a charity of your choice.