Pastor David Gray Taylor, Sr., age 82, of Sophia went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, September 4, 2020 at his home.
Pastor Taylor was a native of Randolph county and was born on February 11, 1938 to William and Lucille Gray Taylor. David was a 1956 graduate of Randleman High School. He was a loving Christian husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather who always stood on the truth. David was a minister for 47 years and pastored at Calvary Baptist Church for 25 years. He upholstered automobile interiors for 52 years and also enjoyed going deep sea fishing. In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by two sons, one daughter, one grandson, one sister, and one brother.
David is survived by his wife of 30 years, Ann Payne Taylor; son, Steve (Teresa) Taylor of Trinity; daughter, Wendi (Rick) Johnson of Thomasville, six Grandchildren; and numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, September 6, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Calvary Baptist Church, 4431 Bowman Ave., Randleman with Brother Grant Taylor and Brother Josh Taylor officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in David’s honor to Calvary Baptist Church, 4431 Bowman Ave., Randleman, NC 27317.