Ellis Junior Taylor, age 64, of Harriman, passed away at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge June 14, 2021. Mr. Taylor was an independent carpenter contractor. He loved fishing and golfing. He was a creative man building all kinds of things with matches or whatever materials he could find. He thoroughly enjoyed writing gospel songs.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Tensley Taylor and Ruth Lowe Taylor York; and brother: Jerry Taylor.

He is survived by his daughters: Sarah Taylor and Melody Taylor; brothers: Johnny Taylor, Doug Taylor, and Steve York; sisters: Glenda Faye Miracle, Frankie Robinson, Doris Roysden, and Cindy York Boulton

Cremation arrangements have been made and a memorial service may be held at a later date by the family. Evans Mortuary in Rockwood is serving the family.