Retired Army Sgt. 1 ^st Class Charles Lance Taylor of Houston passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at the age of 61.

Charles was born on May 30, 1961, to Curtis Leslie and Minnie Mozelle Taylor in Dallas. He was raised around the world up until the age of 10 years old where he was raised in Houston, Texas. Charles served 7 years as a Merchant Marine Bosun Mate before serving in the Army 23 years where he retired in 2006. During his time served in the Army Charles was awarded decorations, medals and badges in the following achievements: Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (5 ^th award), Army Achievement Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Cluster, Army Good Conduct Medal (7 ^th award), National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism, Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Retired List Garde SFC, Overseas Service Ribbon (3 ^rd award) along with Driver and Mechanic Badge. He enjoyed going fishing, motorcycle riding and spending time sharing stories with his Brothers in Arms.

Charles leaves behind his father Curtis and Veronica Taylor of London, England; brothers, Michael Taylor and Sissy of Mesquite and Terry Taylor and Danna of Fate; Aunt Ozelle Wilcoxson of Wills Point; nieces, Megan and A.J. Almeda; nephews, Chance Taylor, Brandon Taylor, and Austin Taylor; great nephew Gavin Almeda; and a host of many cousins.

Charles is preceded in death by his mother Minnie Mozelle Sledge Taylor.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 11a.m. at Mullin-Fuller Funeral Home. Family will be accepting guests one hour prior. In lieu of flowers please honor him by donating to Wounded Warrior Project under Retired Sgt 1 ^st Class Charles Taylor. Online condolences may be made at mullinfullerfuneralhome.com.