Claude Edward Taylor, Jr., 78, passed away, Saturday morning, August 17, 2019, at his home with family around him. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Virginia B; three children, Tom Taylor (Lisa); Julie Ann Taylor; David Taylor (Bramlett); five grandchildren, Jessica Bravo; Jonathan Adam Taylor; Ashley Taylor-Chalk (Chris); Caleb Keith Taylor; Nadie Dyles; four adopted grandchildren, Nicholas Clifton, Noah Clifton; Zoe Clifton and Karley Clifton; ten great-grandchildren, Lily, Katelyn, Alexa Bravo, Hailey, Madison, Shelby White Chalk, Colby Chalk, Ashton, Hunter and Jackson Taylor, numerous nieces and nephews.   He was preceded in death by his Mother and Father, Marjorie Marie and Claude E. Taylor, Sr. and one brother Andrew Taylor.  Interment will be at Forest Hill Midtown Cemetery,  (901)775-0310 Family and friends will gather to share memories, Wednesday, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, August  21, 2019, followed by services at l pm.  Both at LaBelle Haven Baptist Church, Olive Branch, MS.