Death Notices

TAYLOR, Joseph – promoted to the loving arms of his Lord & Saviour at the Norview Lodge, Simcoe on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 in his 99th year.  Beloved husband of Mabel Taylor (nee Rawcliffe) of Port Dover.  Joe and Mabel were dairy farmers with their family in Preston, England until 2005 when they emigrated to Port Dover. Joe kept busy until very recently growing vegetables, lawn bowling and scootering around his neighbourhood. Loving father of Harold Taylor (late Joan) of Bournemouth, England; Eric Taylor (Pauline) of Preston, England and Andrew Taylor (Rosemary) of Port Dover.  Cherished grandfather & great grandfather of Jonathan (Sam), children Ethan & Grace; Daniel (Gwen), children Finley, Lori-Ann & Noe; Sarah (Gary), children Grace & Benjamin; Rachel; James; Joseph (Miriam), children Eden, Caleb, Anya & Daniel; John (Priscilla), children Mia, Noelle & Lando; Joshua (Kelly), children Preston, Ainsley & late William; Jason (Megan), children Callum & Owen; Jasmine; Jack (Grace), son Nathan; Dontae; Lita & Leland.  Joseph will be lovingly remembered by his sister Margaret Scott of Scotland.  Predeceased by siblings Annie Gregson, Alf and Fred Taylor.  The family wish to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Norfolk General Hospital and everyone at Norview for their kindness and compassion shown to Joe over several months. Friends are invited to share their memories of Joe with his family at the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe for visitation on Monday, September 23rd, 2024 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.  A funeral service will be held from Grace Baptist Church, 735 Norfolk St. North Simcoe on Tuesday morning at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Bill Hansford officiating.  Private interment at a later date.  Those wishing to donate in memory of Joe are asked to consider Grace Baptist Church.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199