Nickey L.

Taylor

Nickey Taylor passed away, Sunday, November 8, 2026. Leaving behind a legacy of family, warmth, and unconditional love. Born in Charleston, SC on June 15, 1951, to the late Doylen and Nancy Taylor. His life was defined by the things he held most dear: his faith and his family. He retired from Old Dominion Freight Lines. His heart’s desire was to spend time with his wife, Nancy, his children and grandchildren.

Nickey is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Nancy, his two daughters, Patricia Byrd (Doyle) and Heather Taylor. His three sisters; Nina Clark, Wanda Britt (Chuck), Ava Foster (Michael). Brother-in-law, Thomas Collins (Rita). His grandchildren: Joey Metzger (Tesla), Dough Metzger (Angie), Dylan Cuda (Justine), Dalton Cuda, Chase Vaughn, Caden Metzger, Ryan Metzger, Jay Byrd, Alejandra Byrd, Tanner Byrd, and Arabella Byrd. As well as his great-grandchildren: Nolan Metzger, Teegen Metzger, Liv Metzger, Finley Metzger, Jackson Metzger, Isaiah Metzger, Vayda Metzger, Dakota Metzger, Emma Cuda, and Anabelle Cuda. He was preceded in death by his parents, Doylen and Nancy Taylor, sister Tina Byron, and his precious baby daughter, Nikki Vaughn.

The family would like to express a special thank you to Caris Hospice for their loving care and attention during Nickey’s illness.

No formal services per his request.

Farrar Funeral Home, White Pine is honored to serve the Taylor family.