AREA OBITUARIES – Tony Alan Taylor

Tony Alan Taylor, 79, of South Fulton, Tenn., passed away on Sat., July 18, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tenn.
Tony was born on June 7, 1947, in Fulton, Ky., to the late Roy Leonard “Bill” Taylor and Jane Cheatham Taylor Mosier.
Tony was of the Baptist faith and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he enjoyed a long career as a service technician with AT&T before retiring.
Tony was a hardworking man who took great pride in everything he did. He enjoyed building and creating things, working in his yard, gardening, and spending time outdoors. Those who knew him admired his strong work ethic and willingness to stay busy. One of his greatest joys was traveling with his wife, Sherry, to the Great Smoky Mountains. For the past 50 years, the couple faithfully made the trip each fall, creating cherished memories together.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Sherry Milstead Taylor, whom he married on April 5, 1970; one son, Michael Milstead Taylor, of Paducah, Ky.; one sister-in-law, Donna Nabors Taylor, of South Fulton, Tenn.; and two nephews, Lance (Tiffany) Taylor, of South Fulton, Tenn., and Blake (Shanna) Taylor, of Mayfield, Ky.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Craig Alan Taylor; and three brothers, Mike Taylor, Tommy Taylor, and Bill Taylor.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thurs., July 23, 2026 at Hornbeak Funeral Chapel, with burial to follow in Obion County Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 12 noon until the hour of the service.
Memorials may be made to the American Kidney Foundation, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD or to the charity of choice.
Hornbeak Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.