Clarence Taylor, Jr

Obituary For Clarence Taylor, Jr

Clarence Taylor, Jr. was born December 25, 1952, to Clarence Sr. and Lula Mae Campbell Taylor.

He married his high school sweetheart, Nickie M. Taylor, on August 10, 1974, in Nesbit, MS. From their union were born three children: Daryll, Alisha, and Brandon. Clarence was a devoted father to his 3 children and loving husband to his wife of 51 years. He had a deep love for Jehovah and enjoyed sharing Bible truths with all that he met. He dedicated his life to Jehovah by getting baptized on July 21, 1979, in Memphis, TN. He faithfully served as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses until his death November 1, 2025.

Clarence was a kind and inviting person who genuinely loved people. All were drawn to his warmth, sense of humor and genuine interest in others. He made friends wherever he went, and his kindness left a lasting impression on everyone who met him. Clarence was also known for his passion for music and love of singing and performing with his beloved wife, Nickie. He was affectionately known as “The Producer” and ensured that all his talent show participants were prepared and well rehearsed. Whether through singing, or simply sharing a favorite song, or artist, music was his way of expressing joy, comfort, love, and connection.

Clarence also had a deep love for sports and spent many of his younger years dominating on the basketball court. Off the court, he was a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan, win or lose, always believing that “this year” would be their year.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Sr. and Lula Mae Taylor; sister, Joanne Ford; and brothers, Martin Dale Taylor and Herbert Taylor.

Clarence leaves to cherish her memories his wife, Nickie Taylor; his children, Daryll Taylor (Kealoha) of Oakland, TN, Alisha Taylor of Evansville, IN, and Brandon Taylor (Donnalyn) of Wesley Chapel, FL; two sisters, Ruby Jean Dandridge of Como, MS and Gail Carter (Reggie) of Sardis, MS; two brothers, Paul Taylor of Crenshaw, MS and Billy Joe Taylor of Memphis, TN.

He also leaves to cherish his memories his loving grandchildren, Jordan Goodwin, Justin Goodwin, Jayla Collazo, and Corban Taylor. He also leaves to cherish a host of nieces and nephews, family and many, many friends.

The family will receive friends Friday, November 14, 2025 from 6:30pm-8:00pm at RS Lewis & Sons 2944 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis, TN 38111. Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 15, 2025 2:00pm at Kingdom Hall of Jevohah's Witnesses 3565 Kimball Ave, Memphis, TN 38111