Robert Earl Taylor

Robert Earl Taylor, 88, of Randleman passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born June 3, 1936 to Robert Russell Taylor and Daisey Agnes Pender Taylor in Burlington, NC. 

Robert will be remembered as a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He loved golfing, hunting, and bowling – one time he bowled a perfect game. Robert was married to the love of his life, Wilma, for 58 years. A lifelong lawman, he was a State Trooper with the North Carolina Highway Patrol for 28 years and a US Marshall for 10, and part of the Retired Trooper Association. Among other organizations, he was a member of the Masonic Lodge 699 in Asheboro since 1965. Robert was a longtime member and former Deacon of the First Baptist Church in Randleman. He volunteered his time with the Baptist Men Relief and was a proud supporter of the Randolph Baptist Association. 

Robert is survived by his three sons, Danny Taylor of Randleman, Marty Taylor of Randleman, Steven Taylor (Gretchen Velazquez) of Oak Ridge; two grandchildren, Colin Taylor and Talia Taylor; brother, Keith Taylor of Graham; sister, Laura (Herman) Forbes. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Wilma; and sisters, Faye Alcon and Gail Taylor.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Pugh Funeral Home, 600 S. Main St. Funeral services will follow Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church in Randleman with Reverend Kenneth Reaves officiating. Interment will be held at Randolph Memorial Park. Masonic Rites will be performed at the cemetery. 

Pugh Funeral Home is serving the Taylor family.