The Lee Taylor Story
Timothy Lee Taylor Jr. transitioned to Heaven on April 29th, 2021, at the age of 36. He raced ahead, leaving us far too soon, but not without leaving an indelible mark on the world for all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Every Life And Every Encounter Matters
"Leeboy"
Leeboy, as affectionately known by his friends, embodied magnanimity—generous in overlooking injury, high-minded, and unselfish. He left an enduring imprint wherever he went in his short yet impactful life. Counted on to love the broken, defend the unfairly treated, and encourage those in need, Leeboy’s essence resonated in these selfless acts.
Lee Taylor defied conventional descriptions as a father, son, husband, brother, caring companion, and loyal friend. His faith was contagious, compassion unmatched, and charisma illuminated every space he entered, be it a room, a home, or an entire neighborhood. Being with Lee meant being overwhelmed by his genuine nature. He loved everyone and was loved by everyone in return. His focus, despite living in chronic pain for over two decades, remained on learning, growing, helping, and loving others.
Lee’s belief in the power of soul connection was profound. He understood that when two people connect at the soul, healing occurs, pouring something transformative from one into the other. He believed in the joy of being healed and the greater joy of being the instrument of healing.
Despite his struggles, Lee’s broad search for truth led him to the conviction that connecting at a soul level had the power to heal and restore. His life imperfectly lived at times, reflected the grace that transforms imperfect efforts into perfected endeavors through Christ.
Encounters with Lee left an indelible mark, turning on lights, pricking emotions, providing new visions, connecting with souls, and reigniting zeal for life. Pain, a gift no one wants, made Lee more empathetic, transparent, and attuned to others’ stories, fostering a larger capacity to love and care.
Connecting with others in a soul-healing way became Lee’s mission, an antidote to pain that liberated him from its bondage. His experience inspired him to better understand hurting people and motivated him to free others from pain.
God’s gift of 36 years with Leeboy is forever cherished. While death leaves an unhealable heartache, Leeboy’s love creates eternal memories. In the pictures, he is captured with his daughter, Raylin Eudelia Taylor; his wife, Gracie; and their son, Amari Lee Taylor, born six months after Leeboy’s journey to Heaven.
Leeboy Hugs
Leeboy’s hugs were a distinct experience, extending beyond familiar faces to embrace even strangers. Though initially uncomfortable, his hugs left a lasting impression, conveying a powerful message— “You are valuable, I see you, and I care about you.”
Originating after a transformative month at the Rosomoff Pain Clinic, Lee’s hugs became a source of healing, complementing soul-to-soul connections. These hugs conveyed a profound appreciation for people, emphasizing the importance of expressing love and care for others.
During a family discussion, Lee defended his actions to his brother Drew, who wasn’t a hugger. God orchestrated a moment where Lee’s hugs, initially uncomfortable for others, later garnered gratitude. This affirmed the impact of Lee’s signature Leeboy hug, showcasing the power of expressing love.
Recognizing that not everyone is a hugger, the narrative encourages discovering one’s love language and being willing to share it with others. The story concludes with an example of a friend, Linda, consistently bringing flowers after Lee’s passing as a meaningful gesture of connection and healing for the grieving family.
The narrative prompts reflection on the reader’s unique way of connecting and giving to others, encouraging an exploration of their personal love language.
Leeboy Shoes
Leeboy evolved into a natural “Pied Piper,” drawing everyone to him with his counter-cultural outlook, encouraging people to see differences as uniqueness. He embraced being different in a welcoming, sometimes stretching way, often standing out, especially with his trademark of wearing mismatched shoes.
He saw the beauty in mismatched shoes, believing they could be a cool match, much like people with unique differences making the best matches. Leeboy advocated celebrating differences rather than conforming to a mold, valuing diversity in individuals.
In tribute to Leeboy’s love for mismatched shoes named after inspiring individuals, we aim to continue his legacy by celebrating the beauty in differences, both in fashion and in people. His favorite pair of shoes were mismatched, uniquely paired, yet harmonious, symbolizing the perfect match found in embracing diversity.
LeeBoy “Amari” Shoes
Amari’s: The name Amari’ has African origins and means “strength.” Named after Leeboy’s son, these shoes remind us of how strong Lee was to battle 20 years of chronic pain with a degenerative spine. Put these on when you need to feel strong!