Taylor, William J. 1859-1922

TAYLOR, HOULTON

Posted By: Paul Van Dyke-volunteer
Date: 6/13/2021 at 20:33:33

Source: Hawarden Independent (2-2-1922)

Born: February 18, 1859
Died: January 28, 1922

William James Taylor was born near Manchester, Delaware County, Iowa, February 18, 1859 and died at his home near Ireton, Iowa, Saturday morning, January 28, 1922. He lived in Delaware County until about 10 years of age when he moved with his parents to Illinois, where the family resided for three years, then moving to Sac County, Iowa. In the spring of 1882 he came to Sioux County settling on the farm north of Ireton where he has since resided.

On October 4, 1886, he was united in marriage with Olive J. Houlton of this place. Six children came to bless the home, one son, Ray preceding his father to the Home “Ever there.” Besides the wife and five children, there remain to mourn his departure, eleven grandchildren, two brothers and a host of friends.

Mr. Taylor was a lifelong Christian and at the time of his death was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Ireton. Reverend Fred Taylor of Grace Church, Sioux City, a former pastor here, preached the funeral sermon and paid a splendid tribune to the life and character of the deceased. Mr. Taylor was a man known far and wide for his integrity and honor in every transaction. He was devoted to his family, a good neighbor, and a kind friend, always thoughtful of others and willing to help in every time of need.

The funeral service was held on Tuesday afternoon at two o’clock at the Presbyterian Church, conducted by the pastor, Reverend Otto L. Carr, assisted by Reverend Fred Taylor of Sioux City and Reverend J.A. Kettle of Ireton. Burial was made in the Ireton Cemetery.