Donald Ray Taylor

Donald Ray Taylor, 68 of Wilson, passed away Monday, December 16, 2025.

Don was an Eagle Scout who carried those values throughout his life. He was a member of The Elks Lodge of Wilson, and a past Exalted Ruler. He was a competitive pig cooker, and an avid hunter and sportsman that valued his time spent outdoors.

Graveside services will be at 2:00pm on Saturday, December 20th, at Maplewood Cemetery. Visitation will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, you are welcome to make a donation to the Veteran Residential Services of Wilson, 2500 Nash Street, Suite E Wilson, NC 27896, or your charity of choice.

He is survived by his brother, Edward Gray Taylor, and sister-in-law, Judy of Rocky Mount.

His parents, Gray and Margaret Taylor precede him in death.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.