William "Billy" Zack" Taylor

Mr. William “Billy Zack” Taylor, Jr., 72, of Salem, KY, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services. Billy Zack was a lifelong livestock producer who dedicated much of his life to agriculture and raising quality livestock. He had a deep passion for the livestock industry and took great pride in the hard work, dedication, and friendships that came with it. Alongside his wife, Mollie, and their family, Billy Zack traveled to more than 25 states showing livestock, creating countless memories and lasting friendships along the way. His knowledge, experience, and commitment to the industry were recognized through his service on the Board of Directors of the American Shorthorn Association for nine years and the American Hampshire Sheep Association for three years. Billy Zack was well respected in the agricultural community and will be remembered for his love of livestock, his dedication to his family, and the many lives he touched throughout the years. He had a profound love for helping young livestock producers for both cattle and sheep. He attended Deer Creek Baptist Church. Billy Zack is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Mollie Mitchell Taylor; one daughter, Micki Crider of Alabama; one son, William Nicholas Taylor (Valerie Summers) of Salem, KY; one grandson, William Davis Taylor; and one nephew, Jon (Toni) Smith; and two adoring border collies, Jip and Sue. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Zack Taylor, Sr. and Doris Nichols Taylor; and one sister, Cherry Smith. A celebration of life will be 11AM, Saturday December 12, 2026 at Deer Creek Baptist Church. Arrangements are in the care of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Condolences may be left online at boydfuneraldirectors.com