Unexpected Passing of Loved One - Paul Taylor

It is with great sadness and profound disbelief that we announce the sudden and very unexpected passing of Paul Taylor, only 35 years old.

Paul leaves behind his lifelong companion and High School sweetheart Vanessa Evans and their 2 beautiful little girls Georgia & Celia. As you can imagine Vanessa and the children are devastated by the loss of their doteful amazing father and partner.

Paul was the epitome of the phrase "A smile that can light up the room". Most claim that title but he dominated it. He was always someone you wanted to be around, always. He had a personality the size of Oregon with a heart to match.  Let's not forget those hugs though, he was tall, strong and with arms that could wrap you up and give you the biggest and best hug in the history of hugs. He was also an avid and fearless firefighter in the Illinois Valley, he put his life on the line and spent many nights away from his girls and family to provide them with a life that he knew they deserved. 

He was a such a hardworker and caring person. A friend to many, a firefighter to a few, a father to two and everything to one. The love that he shared with his two girls and Vanessa is a love most dream about and do not get to ever experience. 

He was taken into God's loving arms in the early morning of March 26th, 2021 as a direct result of a separate accident while on his regular commute to work, same as every morning. He was a dedicated worker that cared about everything he put his mind too. Incredibly skilled, he could do just about anything. 

Paul's partner Vanessa now faces the task of being the  sole caregiver for their two girls after years of being a stay at home Mom. The Taylor Family is in desperate need of any and all avenues of support as they try to find a new way to live without their Dad. The loss of their Father and partner is devestating and creates a financial burden as Paul was the sole provider for their family. 

Your donations will help with funeral expenses, daily living expenses, various bills and care for his direct family and children. Anything and everything donated is appreciated to this small family, as they have lived in this Valley all their lives planned to raise their children here and have given so much to this beautiful place. Let's help lessen their future hardship and lend a helping hand while they try to work out the details of day to day life. 

This loss reminds us all that time is never given freely and  can be taken easily. Hug your loved ones today and never stop telling them how you feel. Please keep this family in your prayers and we thank you for any and all help given. Even of you are not in the position to help out financially, please share this Go Fund Me page with your friends and family.