John Paul Taylor, 50, of Benton, Arkansas passed away on Friday, November 8th, 2024, with his beloved wife by his side. John was born on Wednesday, June 26th, 1974, in Little Rock, Arkansas to parents, Larry and Judy Taylor.

John is preceded in death by his grandparents, Marvin and Margaret Taylor and Herbert and Juanita Ballew.

John is survived by his wife of 25 years, Joann Taylor; one son, Austin Taylor, and one daughter, Kyley Taylor both of Benton, Arkansas. John is also survived by his parents, Larry and Judy Taylor of Benton, Arkansas; one brother, Joel Taylor and sister-in-law, Shelley Taylor of Monticello, Arkansas; along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

John spent most of his childhood in Mabelvale, Arkansas. This is where John met a lot of his childhood friends. John enjoyed building things, painting, riding bikes, and playing in the woods until his momma would honk the car horn to let everyone know it was time to head home. In John's adult life, he enjoyed riding motorcycles, going to the gym, and most of all, spending time with his family. John was a devoted husband and father. He was a very hard worker and worked very hard every day to provide for his family. John loved his job at AT&T and his work brother's. He loved his big brother so much; he was his best friend and lifelong protector. The time he spent riding motorcycles with his brother and cousin, Micheal Taylor, were some of the best times of his life.

John met the love of his life and soulmate in 1999. On September 3, 1999, John married his JoJo. That was one of the best days of his life. They were happily married for 25 years, proving to everyone that soulmates are real. John's life changed forever on March 11, 2000, when his one and only son, Austin, was born. He was so proud of Austin from the beginning, and always tried to pass his wisdom on to him. He loved his son with his whole heart. On November 13, 2001, John's life changed forever again as he welcomed another love of his life his daughter, Kyley. Kyley was John's everything, his only baby girl, his little Janey pants. He couldn't be more proud of his daughter and the strength she showed daily. John had a special bond with Kyley's boyfriend, Peyton, he knew his little girl would always be in good hands. He loved his kids with a very special kind of love.

His memorial service will be held on Friday, November 22nd, 2024, at 3:00 P.M. at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home with Tom Arreguin officiating.