Life’s Reflections
Ernest Taylor Jr. was born on March 5, 1953. He was preceded in death by his loving mother, Venice Elizabeth Taylor; his father, Ernest Taylor Sr.; and his sisters, Marilyn Faye Taylor and Audrey Lynn Taylor.
Ernest was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He shared 50 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Lucy Mae Taylor, building a life rooted in love, faith, and family.
He will be remembered for his warm spirit, great sense of humor, and his love for cooking, which brought joy to family gatherings. His laughter, wisdom, and presence will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew him.
Ernest was a man who believed in hard work, respect, and providing for his family. He was known for his strong work ethic, his steady hands on the road, and his ability to bring people together through conversation, food, and laughter.
He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Lucy Mae Taylor; his children, Beatrice Stephens (Anthony Stephens), Darnetha Taylor, Latisha Shuntae Taylor, Ernest Taylor III, Tammy Scott, Kelvin Payne, Marcus Taylor (Carrie Taylor), Ceavontae Corpettes, Spencer Parker, and Wendell Taylor.
He is also survived by his siblings, Frederick Taylor (Vanessa Taylor), Alfred Taylor, Melvin Cook, Terry Cook, Omar Taylor, Quentin Williams, and Katrina Taylor; along with a host of grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews, extended family members, friends, and loved ones who will forever cherish his memory.
Professional Life & Legacy
Ernest Taylor Jr. was the proud owner-operator of Taylor’s Trucking Company, dedicating over 40 years of his life to the trucking industry. His passion for truck driving was unmatched, and he took great pride in the miles he traveled and the life he built on the road.
Through discipline, determination, and consistency, he established a respected name in trucking and built a legacy rooted in responsibility and endurance. His dedication to hard work and providing for his family will remain a lasting inspiration.
Order of Service
Saturday, May 23, 2026 12:00 Noon
New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church
1761 W. Shelby Drive • Memphis, Tennessee 38109
Reverend Dewayne Jones, Pastor
Processional........................................................................................The Family of Mr. Earnest Taylor
Devotion................................................................................................William Stephens & Lee Parsons
Solo........................................................................................................................................Robert Day
Expressions of Love
(Respectfully, Three Minutes Please) Family & Friends
A & B Selection...............................................................................................................................Choir
Words of Comfort.....................................................................................Minister Wallace Cunningham
Acknowlegements........................................................................................................Roireka Westbrook
Eulogy..............................................................................................................Reverend Dewayne Jones
Recessional
My love,
Not a day goes by that I don’t reach for you in my thoughts. I still hear your laugh in quiet moments and feel your presence in the little things we shared. Losing you changed everything, but loving you never stopped.
I miss the way you made even ordinary days feel safe and full of warmth. I miss your voice, your hands, your advice, and the comfort of simply knowing you were here. Sometimes I catch myself wanting to tell you about my day before remembering I can only speak to you in my heart now.
Thank you for loving me the way you did. Thank you for the memories, the lessons, and the life we built together. Even though you’re gone from this world, you’re still woven into every part of me.
I hope wherever you are, you know how deeply you are loved and how fiercely you are missed. Until we meet again, I’ll carry you with me always.
Forever your wife
herished CMemories
~ Acknowledgements ~
We thank you for sharing with us during our time of bereavement. Though we are sad today, we will continue to look toward the hills which cometh our help, for all our help cometh from the Lord.
Thank you CMBC for your unwavering support during Elder Dr. Alfred Burford Jr.’s illness; and Rev Terence Smith for continuously standing in the gap.
Thank you for all the acts of kindness shown through prayers, visits, cards, flowers and calls. May the Lord bless and richly reward each of you.
The Family of Alfred John Burford, Jr.
Honorary Pallbearers ~
Fredrick Taylor
Ernest Taylor, III
Active Pallbearers ~
Alfred Taylor
Kelvin Payne
Michael Scott Brandon Reed
Anthony Roby Ceavontae Corpettes
Jacob Taylor
Anthony Stephens Marcus Taylor ~ Committal Rites & Interment ~ Saturday, May 23, 2026 • 1:30 P.M.
New Park Memorial Gardens 3900 Sewanne Road Memphis, Tennessee 38109
Steve Scott
Distinctive Services by
www.harrisonsfuneralhomeinc.com
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