James "Wes" Wesley TAYLOR

Welcomed home into the loving arms of Jesus, 5th March 2025, Warrnambool.

Late of Cudgee.

Dearly loved husband of Elwyn for 62 years.

Beloved father of Jane, Adele (dec.), Susan and Prudence.

Father-in-law to David Welsh, Patrick Gleeson and Warren Keane.

Cherished Pappy of Tegan and Mark, Marly and Ben, Breony and Ryan, Ned and Sarah; Reuben, Ava, Flynn and Wyatt; Connor, Noah, Poppy and Solomon.

Cherished Great-Pappy of Arnhem and Maggie; Evie, Florence and Rosie; Dallas, Ezra and Grayson and Tilly.

“Forever with Jesus in The Fathers House”
Psalm 23

Aged 88 years

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Family and friends of WES are invited to a Memorial Service celebrating his life at Kardinia Church, 16 Tylden Street, Dennington on TUESDAY (March 18) commencing at 2.00pm.

See webpage to access the Service livestream or to leave tributes and condolences

Funeral Notice

ServiceMarch 18, 2025 - 2:00 pm16 Tylden Street Dennington, VIC View MapVenue: Kardinia Church

Tributes

  1. You will be greatly missed Wes, thank you for your love and care. Deepest sympathy Elwyn and to the whole Taylor family.
    All our love, Lito, Joy, Gabe and Miguel

    Joy Tejano March 18, 2025
  2. Dear Elwyn, Jane, Sue and Prue. Sending love today as we celebrate the life of Wes. I’m sorry to hear of his passing but we can all find joy and assurance in knowing exactly where he is.
    Sending big hugs to you all.
    Much love……Bec



    “To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” – Thomas Campbell

    Bec Kimura March 18, 2025
  3. Deepest sympathy to Wyn, Jane, Sue Prue and families at this sad time. “His love made you happy – may you always treasure those memories. His Love gave you strength – may you trust it will still be there to get you through each day. His love is yours forever – may its lasting beauty comfort your hearts today and always.”
    Much love to you all.

    Jenny Chalmers March 18, 2025
  4. Loving memories of Wes, our dear friend. With dear Elwyn he welcomed us here when we arrived several years ago and remained a lovely and supportive friend with a great sense of humour.
    Our love and support to Elwyn and all the family.
    Rejoice with Jesus Wes, and much respect.
    Richard and Diane.

    Richard Vercoe March 18, 2025
  5. Deepest sympathy to Elwyn, Jane, Sue, Prue and families.
    Wes was some man for one man, a true gentleman, kind & generous all ways also with a wicked sense of humor.
    Thinking of you all at this time.
    Anna & Róisín x

    Anna Nagorcka March 17, 2025
  6. Deepest Sympathy to the Taylor families on the passing of Wes.
    From his Wesley Cricket Club teammates, John Eccles and Derrick Norton.

    Dorothy Viergever March 17, 2025
  7. Elwyn & extended Family,
    Our Sincere Condolences on Wes’s passing.

    Betty Clark
    Susan/David Rowbottom

    Susan Rowbottom March 17, 2025
  8. A childhood memory of someone so lovely – condolences to Elwyn and family. A spitting image of grandpa rest in peace uncle Wes. X
    Jeremy

    Jeremy Taylor March 15, 2025
  9. Deepest sympathy to Elwyn ,Jane,Sue and Prue and all the family xx

    Kay Boyle March 15, 2025
  10. Deepest sympathy to Elwyn, Jane, Sue, Prue and families on the passing of Wes, a much loved husband, father and grandfather. Thinking of you all with love and remembrance at this sad time.

    Peter, Pam & Family xx

    Peter & Pam Clark March 15, 2025
  11. With much love to Elwyn ,Jane Sue ,Prue and their families at this time with the passing of Wes ! Loved him loved the banter and will be for ever grateful that he became a friend when l was going through a tough time !! Praise God I will see you again Wes ❤️ Marnie xx 😘

    Marnie Rowe March 14, 2025
  12. Condolences to Elwyn, Prue & amp; all the family on the passing of Wes. Fond memories and funny times on and off the cricket field.
    David(Stumpy) & amp; Val Sheehan.

    David Sheehan March 12, 2025
  13. Elwyn, Jane , Sue , Prue and Families..

    Thinking of you all at this sad time with much love and sympathy..🕊 on the passing of your dearly loved Husband , Father , and Grandfather.

    May the knowledge of our love comfort you all at this time..

    God has you in his keeping where you are now free, we have you in our hearts and memories of wonderful times ,laughs ,and talks together ..

    Cathy & Graeme Broadley..

    Cathy Broadley March 12, 2025
  14. So sorry to hear of Wes death. He was such a lovely man. I have lovely memories of him. In gods care now. Angie Wrobel.

    Angie wrobel March 12, 2025
  15. Sorry to hear of Wes passing.
    A very good man who was loved by many. His proud legacy lives on in his children ,grand children and great grand children.
    Thinking of all the extended family at this difficult time.

    Bill welsh March 11, 2025
  16. To Elwyn & family, our love and thoughts are with you all, on the sad passing of your loved one, Wes. Deepest sympathy, Helen & Bill Hocking.

    Helen Hocking March 11, 2025
  17. Dear Elwyn, I am saddened to hear about Wes. Thinking of you
    Jeanette Dodds

    Jeanette Dodds March 10, 2025
  18. To Elwyn , sorry to hear about Wes, thinking of you
    Jeanette Dodds

    Jeanette Dodds March 10, 2025
  19. I have wonderful memories of Wes. My condolence to all the family. He will always be with you. Much love to you all.

    Kathy Hynes / Kahn March 10, 2025
  20. Deepest Sympathy Elwyn and family. A true gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
    Barry & Andrea Smith

    ANDREA SMITH March 9, 2025
  21. Elwyn l am saddened to read the death of Wes as he was a extremly kind loving man , a true gentleman in every way . At this sad time please know l am thinking of you darling as well as the girls. Please take comfort in knowing others care and are here for you should you need it 💗

    Gwenda Hall ( Nancy Johnstone : daughter ) March 7, 2025
  22. Sympathy to Elwyn and family on the passing of Wes. As a Councillor Wes was a great contributor and had a passion about the city. He represented those who elected him as well as all citizens of the City.
    Rest in peace Wes!

    David Atkinson March 7, 2025
  23. I was saddened to read of the death of Wes and offer my deepest sympathy to Elwyn and all of Wes’s family and many friends.I enjoyed both sharing time with Wes when we were Warrnambool City Council members together years ago and also Wes’s excellent contributions to Council discussions and debates.May he rest in peace.

    James Nicol March 6, 2025
  24. My condolences to Aunty Elwyn and cousins
    Uncle Wes – always gave me time and I will cherish his gentle and caring nature .
    Will be missed
    With love
    Jonathan

    Jonathan Taylor March 6, 2025
  25. Caring Wes, Softly spoken, thoughtful, proud of his family, never afraid to talk about his faith.

    With love,

    Jenny Keegan March 6, 2025