Mr. Arlin Taylor
March 3, 1930 - July 10, 2021
Arlin Taylor, 91, of Duette, Florida, born March 3, 1930 in Fort Lonesome. He moved to his ranch in March of 1955 where he loved and lived until his final day on July 10, 2021, surrounded by the ones he loved the most. Arlin lived an amazing and full life. He served in the United States Army, was a cattle rancher, horse trainer, champion calf roper, member of the Manatee County Cattlemen’s Association, and an avid fisherman. Of his many accomplishments, there were none he was more proud of than his family and his relationship with the Lord. He was a member of Dry Prairie Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon for 49 years. Arlin is survived by his wife of 71 years, Inez, their daughters Arlene Horak (Leonard) and Susan Kennedy (Dale), 5 grandchildren, and 2 1/2 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 15 at 11:00 A.M. at Dry Prairie Baptist Church where the family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 A.M. Interment at Bethlehem Cemetery, Fort Lonesome. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd, Sarasota 34238. Expressions of condolence at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Arlin Taylor, 91, of Duette, Florida, born March 3, 1930 in Fort Lonesome. He moved to his ranch in March of 1955 where he loved and lived until his final day on July 10, 2021, surrounded by the ones he loved the most. Arlin lived an amazing... View Obituary & Service Information