Clifford Eugene "Gene" Taylor, 79-year-old resident of Pea Ridge, AR, passed away on December 17 at Circle of Life in Bentonville, AR.

He was born November 28 ^th , 1943 in Clarendon, TX to Billie Virginia and Clifford Smith Taylor. He is preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Shannon Sue Taylor, one sister, Ginger Mills and two brothers, David Taylor and Larry Taylor. Gene retired from Walmart after 20+ years of employment.

Gene is survived by his son, Brent Taylor and wife Alison of Bella Vista, AR; Grandchildren Lindsay Taylor of Center Ridge, AR, Hailey Taylor or Washburn, MO, Taylor Bridges and Cole Bridges of Bella Vista; Great Grandchildren Amelia Diana McClellan (Hailey) and Joseph Henry Passmore (Lindsay). And one brother, Jerry Taylor of Amarillo, TX.

Gene enjoyed various hobbies including fishing, hunting, camping, bee keeping, gardening and tinkering with cars. He was active in coaching his son during his sports involvement while growing up in Pea Ridge.

Funeral arrangements are being provided by Sisco Funeral home, Pea Ridge. There will be a graveside service on Tuesday, December 20 ^th at 1:00 pm at Pea Ridge Cemetery. No visitation.

Online condolences may be made at siscofuneralhome.net