Jessie Ray Taylor, 83, of Bryan, Texas, passed away on May 26, 2026. He was born on August 19, 1942, to Jim and Dorothy Taylor and was formerly of Trinidad, Texas.

Jessie enjoyed woodworking and spending time with family. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity and the Shriners, organizations through which he developed many lasting friendships over the years.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Billie Jean Ulrick Taylor; his parents, Jim and Dorothy Taylor; and all of his siblings.

Jessie is survived by his children, Jessie and Michelle Taylor, Jan Moore, and Julie and Rick Sadwick; his grandchildren, James and Paola Taylor, Jessica and Roy Landers, Jake and Katie Sullivan, Jaxon Moore, Taylor Sadwick, and Luke Sadwick; and his great-grandchildren, Kenny Sullivan, Anna Sullivan, Camdyn Landers, and Elena Taylor.

He is also survived by Billie's children, along with numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws, extended family members, and friends.

Jessie will be remembered by those who knew him and by the family he leaves behind. His memory lives on through the many lives he touched throughout his 83 years.