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Rodney Allen Taylor
May 19, 1966 ~ October 7, 2012 (age 46) 46 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Dr. Pamela Farris
October 13, 2012 7:01 PM
Dear family of Rodney Taylor. I well recall how exciting he was as a kick returner for the Northern Illinois University Huskies!!! Fans would stand up and shake their keys to victory during the kick off. Rodney would catch the ball and it was lightning in a bottle!!! So so exciting! He electrified the stadium. One of the all time great players for the Huskies. Saddened by his passing.
Message from F.M. McCallister
October 13, 2012 5:46 PM
To the Taylor & Brown Family:
I am so very sorry to hear about Rodney. I've always remembered him as a very nice young man. It's so sad that his life has been cut too short. I send my heartfelt sympathy to all of you and pray that GOD will strengthen and comfort you at this most difficult time. KNOW that the Bible promises us @ JOHN 5:28, 29, that we will one day soon see our loved ones again. Take care.
I am so very sorry to hear about Rodney. I've always remembered him as a very nice young man. It's so sad that his life has been cut too short. I send my heartfelt sympathy to all of you and pray that GOD will strengthen and comfort you at this most difficult time. KNOW that the Bible promises us @ JOHN 5:28, 29, that we will one day soon see our loved ones again. Take care.
Message from Mary Eden (Mason)
October 13, 2012 11:18 AM
My heart goes out to Rodney''''s family at this time. Rodney was a dear friend to our family. We all grow up together...we were all part of the neighborhood. He will be missed dearly. RIP Rodney!
Message from LaMon Miller
October 12, 2012 12:09 PM
Good-night! good-night! as we so oft have said Beneath this roof at midnight, in the days, that are no more, and shall no more return. Thou hast but taken up thy lamp and gone to sit next to the father; may you rest in serenity and peace and may blessing fall upon your family.
Rod T, I will always remember you friend.
LaMon Miller & Family
CHS Class 84
Friend & Teammate
Rod T, I will always remember you friend.
LaMon Miller & Family
CHS Class 84
Friend & Teammate
Message from Nikki Houk Madison
October 12, 2012 10:09 AM
Charles and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. It seems you've had so much already. I'm hoping and praying that the good memories of Rodney will carry you through this sorrowful time.
Most Sincerely,
Nikki Houk Madison
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. It seems you've had so much already. I'm hoping and praying that the good memories of Rodney will carry you through this sorrowful time.
Most Sincerely,
Nikki Houk Madison
Message from Zelda Hester-Neese
October 11, 2012 1:52 PM
To the Taylor family, on behalf of the Hester/Roland family we extend our condolence to you during this time. The word of God states "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord" The book of Psalm says: weeping may endure for a night but Joy cometh in the morning. God is our refuge in the time of trouble, he comforts us in our time sorrow. He is our Joy in the mist of every storm. Lean on him he will direct your path.Your family are in our prayers and we pray that God gives you strength and Joy.
Message from Lisa Parcells (Vander Vliet)
October 11, 2012 9:57 AM
Dear family,
I went to highschool with Rodney and remember him well. I was a cheerleader for football so I was at all the games. My brother Jeff Vander Vliet played football with Rodney as well. He was a great guy and I have very good memories of him from the 1980's.
I'm so sorry for your loss and I was very saddened to hear of his passing at such a young age. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today at this very difficult time.
Peace to you all.
Lisa Parcells
I went to highschool with Rodney and remember him well. I was a cheerleader for football so I was at all the games. My brother Jeff Vander Vliet played football with Rodney as well. He was a great guy and I have very good memories of him from the 1980's.
I'm so sorry for your loss and I was very saddened to hear of his passing at such a young age. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today at this very difficult time.
Peace to you all.
Lisa Parcells
Message from Teresa Smith-Barnes
October 11, 2012 9:50 AM
My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to the Taylor family. Rodney was a great man and role model and will truly be missed. May God give his family peace, comfort, and understanding as only He can provide.
Message from Jim and Linda Doran
October 11, 2012 9:40 AM
Sonny and Roma,
We were so surprised and sorry to see that Rodney had passed away. We want to express our sincere sympathy to you and your family. We will always remember Rodney as an energentic and fun-loving neighbor. He was always such a nice kid and so respectful to us. We really enjoyed getting to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We were so surprised and sorry to see that Rodney had passed away. We want to express our sincere sympathy to you and your family. We will always remember Rodney as an energentic and fun-loving neighbor. He was always such a nice kid and so respectful to us. We really enjoyed getting to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Message from Steven Dawson
October 10, 2012 9:54 PM
I'm so sorry that Mr. Taylor passed. I remember talking to him all the time during football, softball, and other events. I loved to talk to him and hear some of his stories. He could always get me to smile and laugh and he brightened my day. He was truly a great man. I'm glad I got to know him over the years. He will be forever missed. I hope for the best for all of you! Again I'm sorry for your loss. Stay strong.
Sincerely,
Steven Dawson
Sincerely,
Steven Dawson
Message from LaMon Miller
October 10, 2012 6:58 PM
Rod,
You were a friend, teammate and someone I have known for a long time, when I think of all the many great times we had as Central High students and man you were an awesome talent that I am glad to say I had the privledge to call you a teammate and friend. Most of us will remember your smile and compassion and even though we believers will never question GOD, he never makes a mistake and I know your are know in Heavens Gate at peace. To the family and relatives please accept my condolences and may the Lord bless and strengthen you through these times and celebrate his life to the fullest, Rod may you rest in grace. GOD BLESS!
Respectfully,
LaMon Miller & Family
CHS 1984
Friend & Teammate
You were a friend, teammate and someone I have known for a long time, when I think of all the many great times we had as Central High students and man you were an awesome talent that I am glad to say I had the privledge to call you a teammate and friend. Most of us will remember your smile and compassion and even though we believers will never question GOD, he never makes a mistake and I know your are know in Heavens Gate at peace. To the family and relatives please accept my condolences and may the Lord bless and strengthen you through these times and celebrate his life to the fullest, Rod may you rest in grace. GOD BLESS!
Respectfully,
LaMon Miller & Family
CHS 1984
Friend & Teammate
Message from Ray and Mary Waddell
October 10, 2012 6:08 PM
Deb,Tiffany and Amanda,
We are so sorry to hear about Rod- he will be missed. If there is anything we can do for you please don't hesitate to call. We still think so much of you all even though we don't see you as much as we did when we were neighbors.
May God Bless!
Ray,Mary,James and Ella
We are so sorry to hear about Rod- he will be missed. If there is anything we can do for you please don't hesitate to call. We still think so much of you all even though we don't see you as much as we did when we were neighbors.
May God Bless!
Ray,Mary,James and Ella
Message from Lindsay custer
October 10, 2012 3:23 PM
I will always remember Rodney''s wonderful smile! He was a classmate in Junior High and High School and I remember watching him play basketball and football over the years. He was well-known and well-loved by many!
Message from Scott Elliott Fey, CHS 1987
October 10, 2012 1:22 PM
Dear Debbie, Tiffany, Mandy, Carissa, CyLee, and the rest of Rodney''''s family. You don''''t know me but Rodney left a big impression on me. An older classmate, he never excluded me and my friends. He was one a few all around great guys I remember from high school. He should be remembered for his kindness and his big smile. May he rest in peace and may you find yours.
Sincerely,
Elliott
Sincerely,
Elliott
Message from Clark Hoesing
October 10, 2012 1:04 PM
Please accept my sincere condolences at this sorrowful time. I had the opportunity to work with Rodney at ALCOA. I can, honestly, say that it was a true joy to know him. May you all find peace during this difficult time. May the memories you have of Rodney give you the strength to face whatever comes your way, today and always.
Message from Gregory Gordon
October 10, 2012 12:07 PM
I am sorry to hear of Rodney's passing. We have known each other from elementry school thru graduation from Central. My mother had told me that she and his mother were in the hospital together at the same time having us at the old ST. LUKES. My prayers go to the family. I have known the Taylors for many years, and the older ones had went to school with my siblings Paul and Paula. Gregory Gordon SR. Chicago, Illinois.
Message from Geniver Bragg/Turney
October 10, 2012 11:21 AM
Rodney will be missed by many. Rodney was a person with a good heart. But most of all he loved his family. His girls was his world. Rodney thank you for being a friend. I will pray for your family. Losing a father, brother,son,uncle,cuz, will be very hard on everyone. I know that your looken down from heaven, saying plz don't cry. I'am okay, I'am in good hands now. So the tears that i have drop from losing you as a friend, i promise i will turn them into a smile. Much love Rodney, May you rest in peace. Geniver Bragg/Turney
Message from Sharita Couch
October 10, 2012 11:09 AM
Rodney will surely be missed his smile and his laughter and his wisdom. Rodney was a person of great character; he gave back to the community in so many ways. He was legend in his community and will be greatly missed. Sports are what he loved and he encouraged children of all ages to take part in them. Rodney was more than a friend to some, more than a cousin to me. He was like a brother to me; my fondest memory of him will be the day I caught the winning touchdown and we defeated his team in 6th grade. I always reminded him that I was better football player then him. As we got older I could always count on Rodney for an encouraging word in any sport I participated in. He was always at the finish line when I ran the hundred yard dash with that smashing smile; he would always say to me don’t let anybody cross that line ahead of you. We miss and love you Rodney, Lord you called home a good soldier.
God Bless
Sharita Couch
God Bless
Sharita Couch
Message from Mimi Oakes-Coenen
October 10, 2012 10:26 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with this family and friends. I went to high school with Rodney and always had the utmost respect for his talent and kindness. He was a great man! May he rest in peace and watch over us.
Message from Penny Davis
October 10, 2012 9:54 AM
My condolences to Rodney's family. He was a terrific person and friend. I went to school with Rodney from 4th grade until graduation. I remember him as a great person, great friend who had a smile that made everyone around him light up with happiness.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Penny
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Penny
Message from John Blunk
October 10, 2012 8:30 AM
My sympathy to Rodney's family. He will be missed by many.
Message from Steven Williams
October 10, 2012 8:23 AM
Love and Condelences go out to all The Taylor Family. Rodney was my classmate, trackmate, teammate and friend! He was always a soft spoken humble guy that I admired greatly. He will be missed. I hope to make the funeral Friday to help celebrate him life and homecoming. God Bless His Soul. Love you Rodney.
Steve Williams and Family
Steve Williams and Family
Message from Dirk and Heidi Smith and Family
October 10, 2012 8:22 AM
Dear Debbie, Tiffany and Mandy,
We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. We remember Rodney at so many sporting events that we shared in together. He loved you girls and was always happy to cheer you on. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Dirk, Heidi, Amy, Noah and Matt Smith
We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. We remember Rodney at so many sporting events that we shared in together. He loved you girls and was always happy to cheer you on. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Dirk, Heidi, Amy, Noah and Matt Smith
Message from Trista and Todd Bernauer
October 10, 2012 6:55 AM
Good man. Good friend. He will be missed by everyone. Thoughts with Deb, girls and the rest of the family.
Message from Sandra Prachar Markle
October 10, 2012 6:44 AM
So sorry to hear of Rodney's passing. Blessings to the family. He was a really great guy.
Message from Darci Smith
October 10, 2012 6:10 AM
My utmost heartfelt thoughts are with all of the family. Especially Deb, Tiffany and Mandy.
Message from Cinko
October 9, 2012 10:24 PM
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Rodney. He will be dearly missed by all of us on D-Shift. Cinko
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