Thomas Gene "Tommy" Taylor, Sr., 46, of Pekin, Indiana, passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 20, 2016. He was a wonderful father and a loyal friend. Tommy never met a stranger. He loved working as head of security for XCW Wrestling.
Tommy was born on October 19, 1969 in Jeffersonville, Indiana to the late Charles & Eleanor F. (Helbig) Taylor. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Teresa Chapman; and brother, Billy Taylor.
He is survived by his children, Brittany Taylor (Justin Mattern), Emily Taylor & Thomas Taylor, Jr.; siblings, Brenda Cardwell, Albert "Eddie" Taylor, & Deanna Taylor; grandchildren, Aubrie & Konnar.
Visitation will be from 2 to 8 PM on Friday, February 26, 2016 and from 11 AM to 1 PM on Saturday at Newcomer Funeral Home (3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany). Funeral Services will be at 1:00 PM on Saturday at the funeral home with cremation to follow.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family (c/o Newcomer Funeral Home).