Billy Taylor Obituary Billy Joe Taylor, 73, of Lubbock, went to be with his family, friends, and most of all his Lord and Savior, on Saturday, December 29, 2012. Going home services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Thursday, January 3, 2013, at Agape Funeral Chapel, Lubbock, with Pastor Jill Clevenger officiating. Burial will follow, at City of Lubbock Cemetery, Lubbock. The family, of Billy Joe Taylor, will greet friends from 5-7 P.M., Wednesday, January 2, at Agape Funeral Chapel. Billy Joe Taylor was born Wednesday, April 5, 1939 to John Henry, Jr. and Opal (Black) Taylor in Paducah, TX. He married his soul-mate, Hazel Ware, on Friday, August 3, 1962. They shared 50 wonderful years together. Billy Joe Taylor worked as a carpenter, from his teen years up to his recent employment with Texas Tech Museum. He built many Lubbock landmarks; the Winchester Theatre, the Federal Building, TI, and many schools across Texas. Billy Joe Taylor raced dragsters and circle track cars for many years. He helped his sons, and grandsons, win many track championships. Race cars, his family, and the Lord were the loves of his life. He is a beloved husband, father, and "Pa" to many. Billy Joe Taylor was preceded in death by his parents, and two daughters, Peggy and Brandy. He is survived by his wife Hazel and children, Patti Arthur and husband Ricky, Keith Taylor, Jay Taylor, Scott Taylor and wife Mendy, Jill Clevenger and husband Brian. Billy Joe was blessed with 21 grandchildren and 4 A