William Robert Taylor Obituary

Name: Funeral service
Start: 2025-10-13T18:00:00
End: 2025-10-13T18:00:00
Location: Asbury Methodist Church

The memory of William Robert Taylor of Lincolnton, North Carolina, who passed away on October 1, 2025 at the age of 65, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint William leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl Clifton Taylor and Marjorie Lee Smith Taylor; and his wife Jacquelyn Hovis Taylor. He is survived by: his siblings-in-law, Joe Stroup, Penny Hovis and Linda Lemons (Mark). He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Asbury Methodist Church, 3097 Asbury Church Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Warlick Funeral Home

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October 20, 2025

Susanna Holsopple wrote a sympathy message

“Bill took care to remember his niece and nephew Lee Holsopple and Ryan Holsopple, his sister’s children, at Christmas with ham and cheese gift baskets so they could “have some Christmas!” As I recall, Bill loved board games, cats, and the beach and will be remembered for his care of his congregants. The photo below is from his farm in 2023 where he was planting blueberry bushes and looking forward to retirement.”

October 20, 2025

Susanna Holsopple wrote a sympathy message

“Bill was my uncle. I’d like to offer a reflection about him. Bill graduated from high school in Forsyth County heading to Brevard College and then to NC State majoring in agricultural science. After several years in the farm industry, he heard a higher calling and studied a divinity degree at Duke University and after graduation he entered a life of ministry with the United Methodist Church holding pastoral positions alongside his wife, Jackie also a reverend.”

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3097 Asbury Church Rd, Lincolnton, NC 28092

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