James Alan Taylor

March 27, 1962 - April 6, 2021

James Allen Taylor, of Forney, passed away on April 6, 2021. He was born March 27, 1962 in Warren, Texas to Charlie and Lois Taylor, both of whom preceded him in death along with his brothers, Calvin and Edd Taylor. James worked as a contractor and painter helping with many projects, both residential and commercial, in the East Texas area. He loved to fish and spend time with family and friends where his easy smile would instantly put everyone at ease. He was a member of Payne Springs Baptist Church in Payne Springs where he loved serving the Lord. A generous man with a heart for others, James will be missed by all who knew him. James is survived by his sisters: Becky Werneke and husband, Mike, of Grand Prairie, TX, TJ Cech and husband, Richard, of Malakoff, TX, Rebecca Herrin and husband, Dan, of Basin, WY, and Brenda Prichard and husband, Paul, of Forney, TX; brother, George Taylor and wife, Janet, of Cayuga, TX; daughters: Elizabeth Taylor Payne of Borger, TX, Jamie Taylor of Palestine, TX, Isabella Taylor of Columbus, OH; granddaughters: Abigail, Emma, and Clara Payne, Willow Taylor; grandson, Jessie James Taylor as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. A private ceremony will be held by the family at a later date.