Obituary

Benton V. Taylor
July 23, 1928 - May 22, 2020



Benton V. Taylor passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020, at Rest Haven Living Center in Bogalusa, Louisiana.  He was born July, 23, 1928, in Washington Parish to John and Lillie Magee Taylor.  He married Patsy Wall on December 24, 1955.  She preceded him in death on May 6, 2020.  Benton retired from the Holsum Bread Company after running the Franklinton route for 36 years.  He was a faithful member of Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church where he sang in the choir and served many years as a deacon and on many committees.  He was a charmer with a constant twinkle in his eye. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was known for his gardening, especially growing tomatoes. Benton proudly served his country as a Corporal in the United States Army during the Korean conflict.

Benton is survived by his children Ron (Dawna) Taylor of Murphy, TX; Cheryl Lyons of Humble, TX; Pam (Ted) Ball of Baton Rouge; and Greg (Suzy) of Madison, MS.  His legacy continues through his ten grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Also surviving Benton is his brother, Ray Taylor, of Franklinton.

He was predeceased by his wife of sixty-four years; sisters Nora Graves, Alma Thomas, Viola Pevey, Mamie Cooper, Lettie Foil; and brothers Frank Taylor, Andrew Taylor, Eddie Taylor, and Devon Taylor.

Due to covid-19, a graveside service will be held with Pastor Marcus Rosa of Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church officiating.  Poole Ritchie Funeral Home in Bogalusa is in charge of the arrangements. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be sent to Westside Emmanuel Baptist Church (www.webcbogalusa.com).