He went into the Marine Corps in 1964, where he served in Vietnam, receiving 5 purple hearts until 1970 when he was blown up. Later he served as the local VVA Chapter 1015 president. In civilian life, Dan worked mostly in truck driving, Hotel and Apartment Management, and maintenance. Daniel loved camping, boating, bowling, and fishing. In his younger days, he even did some rodeo. He always enjoyed playing softball, and played in the TN Senior Olympics, encouraging his team with camaraderie. Laughing with family and friends is what he enjoyed the most. A really great friend to all. Being of the Pentecostal faith, he knew and loved his Lord. He went home to Heaven on his 77th birthday.

Preceded in death by his parents, his brother Billy Taylor, sister Jimmie Lou Eckoff, and half-sister Betty Hodge.

Survived by his wife, Tina Taylor. Sister Wilma (Ronald) Eckoff, Children, Danielle McDonald (David), son Steven Taylor (Carol), Malinda Cornelison (John). Stepson, Shane Honeycutt. 5 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren. Niece Julie Eckoff.

A Celebration of Life with Military Services with the Local Vietnam Veteran’s Chapter 1015, Flag Roll. and FFG Marine Corp. Honor Guard. Services are held at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home on Sunday, September 11, with Visitation at 12, funeral at 2, CST, followed by the graveside at the Pomona Cemetery. Crossville Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.81