Donald Gene Taylor
December 24, 1967 ~ January 31, 2022
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailDonald “Don” Gene Taylor, 54, passed away quietly at CarePartners Solace Center on January 31st, 2022.
Don is survived by his son, Aaron Taylor, and his daughter, Elizabeth Fitzgibbon, her husband Fraizer Fitzgibbon, his granddaughter, Bailey, former wife, Alissia Taylor, his parents, Arthur M. Taylor and Judy B. Taylor, his brother, Andy Taylor and wife Kim Taylor, and nephews, Cole and Logan Taylor.
Don graduated from Enka High School in 1986, where he played football. He graduated from AB Tech in 1988 with a degree in tool and dye making. Don was a successful entrepreneur and business owner of Taylor Piping Inc.
Given the nickname “Dyno Don” by his close friends, Don was a very active man. He enjoyed building and racing cars at Asheville Motor Speedway, successfully racing in two divisions. He raced mountain bikes with his brother, Andy. He also participated in multiple triathlons in different states.
Don was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hiking, camping and backpacking across the Blue Ridge Mountains in his free time.
Don was a loving father. He encouraged his children in their pursuits. His daughter Elizabeth in singing and music and his son Aaron in sports and scouting. He was a local scout leader for Troop 45. He also coached multiple little league football and baseball teams at Hominy Valley Recreation Park
Don was a big hearted man and would gladly help any person or animal in need. A loyal friend who was always just a phone call away. A loving father who would move mountains for his children. He lived a full and adventurous life. He will be missed by many.
A visitation for Don will be held at Hominy Baptist Church on Saturday, February 12th, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Services
Visitation: February 12, 2022 11:00 am - August 2, 2025 1:00 pm
Hominy Baptist Church
135 Candler School Road
Candler, NC 28715
828-667-4541
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Enjoyed knowing him
Art, I’m so very sorry, I know you and your family will miss Don terribly! I will be thinking of you all.
Candy
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A good man gone way to soon. We’re gonna miss that laugh that only Don had. While our heart breaks for the friend that we lost we offer prayers for the Taylor family that lost a son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather. We ask God to bring peace and comfort to the Taylor family and guide them through the loss of their loved one, Don. Rest in Peace Don. We love you.
Robbie & Ruthie Dempsey
My thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with all of Don’s family.
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
A friend for many years many days spent with him racing and working or just talking on the phone sure will be missed. Prayers for all his family
Sending our heartfelt sympathy to the Taylor family.
Jim Turpin and daughters Brenda, Betsy & Beverly
Many prayers going up for Judy and family during most difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Taylor family.
Art ,Andy and family….words cannot say how sorry we are for your loss. Thinking of all of you with our love and prayers. Tom and Pat
Judy and Art, sad to hear about Don. As you know we were childhood friends and with Andy. and grew up together at Hominy. Kinda grew apart at Enka but that happens. He was a good man, always had a smile, everytime I ran into him!! Heaven has a new hard worker up there! Love and blessings to you guys and Andy and family!
Art and Judy. So sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I can only imagine the pain you must be in. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Art & family,
You are in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. We know the time will come, but it is still difficult to say goodbye. When someone has been a friend since 1st grade, that is a true friend.
When the sun of life goes down,
We still have love & memories left.
May God give each family member Peace & Comfort during this difficult time.
Barbara Morgan Quedens
Art, Judy, Andy and family, so sorry to hear about Don. Hope you can find peace and comfort with the love of our Heavenly Father during this most difficult time.
Art – I am so sorry to read about the passing of Don. Prayers for comfort and peace for you and all the family.
To All of Don’s Family,
We were heartbroken to hear about Don! We will miss seeing him-especially at Kim and Andy’s annual picnic. He was such a nice guy and taken way to soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time.
Art and Family,
Don was a student at Enka High School when I worked there as a school counselor in the 1980’s. I remember talking to him about attending A-B Tech when he was a senior. He was a nice, respectful young man who I remember well and enjoyed getting to know. I pray that God will help his family members to deal will his early departure from our earth. My prayers are with you all in this most difficult time.
Our hearts go out to you at the time of your loss. We pray that God brings comfort and peace to your surrounding.
Harry & Janice Clark
Judy and Art, I am certainly thinking of you both, and your family, as you adjust to life without this son. The depth of your emotions must be difficult to bear and I can only offer you sympathy. I will be thinking of you both as you live through this and get to that point where your good memories, your pride in Don, and the deep love help to overcome the grief.
RIP Don Taylor