Leon Marvin Taylor Jr
09.03.26
Celebrating the Life of Leon “Marvin” Taylor Jr.
September 17, 1946 – 2026
Leon “Marvin” Taylor Jr. passed away peaceful with family leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Born in Pike County, Missouri on September 17, 1946, to Leon Marvin Taylor Sr. and Helen Virginia (Norton) Taylor, Marvin lived a full and dynamic life centered on family.
In 1964, Marvin married the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Jennifer (Montera), in Beaver Brook, Colorado. Together, they built a beautiful life grounded in partnership. Over their many decades together, Jennifer was truly his co-pilot - both in life and on the road, where she joined him for countless miles during his years as an interstate truck driver with music filling the cab.
A natural problem-solver who was never afraid of hard work, Marvin also worked as a skilled mechanic and core driller. He was especially proud of his hands-on contributions to landmark projects, including core drilling for the Eisenhower Tunnel in 1973 and working on the Alaska Pipeline System.
Marvin’s passions were as vibrant as his personality. Whether he was showing horses, collecting firearms and trapshooting, snowmobiling through winter trails, leading as a 4-H club leader, or racing remote-control boats alongside his son, Marvin threw his full heart into everything he did.
Above all, Marvin was a devoted family man. He and Jennifer raised their beloved son, Michael, who married Jacque [Hill]. Marvin’s heart grew even bigger with the arrival of his granddaughter, Ashley (US Navy), and her husband, Will Painter (US Army), and he was endlessly proud to be "P-paw" to three wonderful great-grandchildren: Grayson, Jackson, and Maverick. He is also survived by his five loving sisters - Kitty (Jerry) Galley, Kay (Chuck) Teitz, Kathy (Mike) Stevens, Karen (Al) Anderson, and Karma (Ed) Gaw - and is reunited in peace with his half-brothers, Walt and Bobby, who preceded him in death. Additionally, he was Uncle Marvin to at least 18 nieces and nephews.
Marvin was a genuinely loving soul with a quick wit and a generous heart. He was always ready to share a good joke to brighten someone's day or deal a hand of cards with friends and family. His warmth, easy humor, and steadfast presence will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
