Michael "Mike" Gene Taylor, 72, of East Palatka, entered the sunset of life at 9:11 p.m., Friday, April 19, 2024 at HCA Orange Park Hospital. The son of Rose Louise Cobb & Aubrey Taylor, he was born on Thursday, September 13, 1951 in New Albany, Mississippi. He is of the Baptist faith. Mike enlisted in the U.S. Navy in June 1972. He was employed by Touchton Air Brakes as a mechanic. "Mike" enjoyed scrapping metal and spending time with family.

He was preceded in eternal rest by his parents.

He leaves to cherish his memories: son, Michael Taylor, Jr.; daughter, Sandra Everett, both of Georgetown; girlfriend, Juley Wightman of East Palatka; 6 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.