Donald R. Taylor, age 55 of Collinsville, IL, born August 9, 1964 in Belleville, IL, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Evelyn's House in Creve Coeur, MO with family by his side.

Don worked for Grey Eagle Distributing in Belleville, IL for over 30 years.  He also worked for Busch Stadium during the Cardinal games as well as Enterprise Center for the St. Louis Blues games for many years.  He was a former Jr. Kahok basketball and softball coach.  He loved to travel but his best moments were spent with his wife and daughters. Don was a loving father, husband, brother and friend.  His many memories will be cherished forever.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Polly (nee Ashburn) Taylor.

He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Missy (nee Malter) Taylor, whom he married June 11, 1999; two daughters:  Lexi and Lindsey Taylor; two brothers:  Steve (Barb) Taylor of Slater, MO and Roger (Betty) Taylor of Swansea, IL; a sister, Patricia (Marty) Banks of Lehigh Acres, FL; father-in-law, Ray (Pat Burns) Malter; mother-in-law, Evelyn Malter; brother-in-law, Dax (Jennifer) Malter; and extended Malter family and close friends that he loved so much.

The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the staff at Alton Hospice and Evelyn's House for their loving care and support.

Memorial visitation will be 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Barry Wilson Funeral Home, Maryville, IL.

Memorial service will follow at 6 p.m. with Rev. Jason Pierce officiating.  Private burial will be held at St. John Cemetery, Collinsville, IL.

Memorials may be made to BJC Hospice or Evelyn's House and will be accepted at the funeral home.