Billy Gene Hance Taylor

Our loved husband and father passed away August 19, 2021, at the age of 85. Bill is preceded in death by his father Joe Hance and mother Lorene Taylor. Bill was married to Mary Kathleen (Kathy nee McCabe) for 62 years and had three loving children, Bill (ana), Tracy and Kenny. He was grandpa to Tonya, Blake, Brennen (deceased), Kyle, Colin and Carson. Great-grandfather to Brady, Hayden, Liam and Ryleigh. Brother to Wanda and half-brother to Don. He was a brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Bill is also survived by his dear and close friend Ralph and his wife Sue, who were always there for Bill.

Bill was born in Dallas, Texas and until the age of six, he grew up with his grandma and grandpa Murray, in the place he loved, Bristow, Oklahoma. He proudly and honorably served in the United States Marines. Bill worked at Southern Cross Lumber until they closed in 1990.

Services will be private.

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