Edward Taylor
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Edward Parker Taylor III, 77, of Carlinville, IL, died at St. John's Hospital, Springfield, IL on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 2:11 pm.
He was born January 30, 1949, in Litchfield, IL to Edward Parker Taylor Jr. & Cynthia Louise Gooch Taylor.
He was retired after having worked for Olin Brass Mill. He was a veteran of the US Air Force after having served during Vietnam. Edward enjoyed target shooting, motorcycle touring and his dog.
He is survived by his children, Edward Parker Taylor IV (Karen LaPorte) of Savannah, GA, Alex Q. Taylor of Chatham, IL, Eda "Lucy" Taylor of St. Louis, MO and brother, Thomas Gooch Taylor (Chris) of Carlinville, IL.
Edward was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Carlinville Elks Lodge from 9:00 am until 11:00 am and a celebration of life will follow at the lodge from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Gravesite service will be on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Carlinville City Cemetery.
Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com. Kravanya Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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