James Taylor (1819-1899)

TAYLOR

Posted By: Ken Wright (email)
Date: 3/18/2009 at 23:51:19

Preston Independent
December 16, 1899

Another Gone.
Jas. L. Taylor, one of the Early Pioneers of the County is Dead.

It was with sad hearts that the hosts of friends of Jas. L. Taylor, learned that he had passed away at his home in Jackson township, during Sunday night. Deceased was one of Jackson county’s early pioneers. He was born in Mercer Co. Pa. June 10, 1819. Deceased was aged 80 yrs. 5 mos. and 25 days. His early life was spent in the east, but 54 years ago he journeyed west, settling in Jackson county which has since been his home. To know Jas. Taylor was to be his friend. His was a jovial, kind hearted disposition which won for him the respect and high esteem of his hosts of acquaintances. He was an obliging neighbor always ready to aid and assist a friend, honest and upright in all his business dealings, and a kind and indulgent husband and father. His death will be mourned by his large circle of acquaintances and their sympathy is extended to the bereaved family. Deceased was familiarly known as “Squire” Taylor having served in various township offices for many years and has also served as a member of the board of supervisors. His illness was of a long duration and caused him much suffering, having been a sufferer from a cancer for several years. He was a prominent Mason, being a member of the Bellevue lodge. His remains were brought to this city and the funeral held at the home of C. L. Organ, pastor of the church of Christ.