Robert 'Bobby' Taylor

Robert "Bobby" Taylor, 73, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on January 17th after a short battle with Pancreatic cancer. He was born on November 14th, 1948, to Bruce and Lucille Taylor. Bobby is survived by his wife of 37 years Traci, daughter Katie, son Beau (Sarah), and the joy of his life, granddaughter Sloane. Also surviving are his two sisters, Beth (Barry) Bailey of Farmer City and Pam (Curt) Rush of Atlanta, and their children. He is preceded in death by both his parents and his brother Dan.

The childhood memories of growing up on Willis Street in Champaign created lifelong memories and those friendships remained throughout his lifetime. Bobby was a 1966 graduate of Champaign High School where he was a member of the wrestling team. He graduated from Illinois State University in 1975 with a BS in Business. While at ISU he was a member of the wrestling team and the TKE fraternity.

He proudly served in the Vietnam conflict in the US Army as a tunnel rat and was always ready to support other Veterans. He was a proud member of the Iron Workers Local Union 380 for many decades.

Bobbys happiest years were raising his family in Sidney for the past 35 years, showing his devotion to the community as a volunteer firefighter, coaching his childrens sports teams, and supporting his neighbors. He continued to make friends wherever he went, often times forgetting their name, but always treating them with kindness. His greatest love and joy were his family, his children, and his granddaughter. Bobby was their greatest supporter and protector. He will be greatly missed by all.

A memorial visitation will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday January 23rd 2022 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center 710 N. Neil Street 61820 in Champaign, Illinois. A celebration of life will be held following the visitation at the Esquire Lounge 106 N Walnut St. 61820 in Champaign.

Please join his family in sharing memories, photos and videos on his tribute wall at www.sunset funeralhome.com