Joel D. Taylor Obituary
We announce the death of Joel D. Taylor of Topeka, Kansas, who passed away on June 30, 2026, at the age of 79. Joel will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joel D. Taylor to pay them a last tribute.
Joel will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Joel will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Joel’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Marvin Franklin and Sada Arnene Taylor (Verdict); his sons, Nathan Taylor (Misti) of Rossville and Jason Taylor (Jennifer) of Topeka; his grandchildren, Colton, Jake, Sidni and Isaac; and his siblings, Brenda Crawford (David) and Lester Taylor (JoAnn).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301.
