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One of Our Own: In Loving Memory of Brent Russell Taylor

Monday, November 19, 2018 - 11:00am
Tami L. Johnson

                     A hero lived among us who bravely answered the call

Emerging as a soldier—Valiant, Loyal, and Tall

His path was led by purpose--his heart so willing to share

To build a better world—a challenge he chose to bear

Serving both community and country—A patriot through to the end

He rose his hand for freedom—t’ward a nation he’d always defend

Brent was a first responder—Intrepid in his faith

 

A keeper of the flame so bright—There was kindness in his face

He lived to serve another—his comrades, family and friends

This gave him great appreciation to be an American

Brent looked for opportunity—never waiting for it to knock

His love for God and country strong—to his family he was their rock

He displayed the utmost gallantry as a Major in the National Guard

He was a devoted Father and a farmer in his yard

A loving husband to dear Jennie--their bond was next to none

His 7 children meant EVERYTHING—their hearts were all as one

This November has new meaning in the year of 2018

Our flag flies high on the mountainside with the canyon in between

As a tribute to Mayor Taylor—beloved and missed by all

He gave the ultimate sacrifice, helping another, he did fall

Major Taylor will stay with us—his example we will instill

As we unite in love together—our community we will rebuild

 

 

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