On Sunday, June 29, 2025, Matthew Alexander Taylor gained his wings at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born to the late Hallie and Margaret Taylor, Matthew attended Stafford County Public Schools. He served honorably in the United States Navy from August 1943 until January 1946.

Matthew married his first love, Louise Jackson, and together they had four children: Terry, Doneal, Monica, and Diane. Later in life, he married Delores Rawls and welcomed two bonus sons, Keith and Willie Rawls.

Matthew was a devoted member of Mt. Hope Baptist Church in Brooke, Virginia from a very early age, actively participating in numerous church activities. He joined the Master Masons on March 8, 1985. Throughout his life, Matthew worked in various fields including construction, masonry, and plumbing. He dedicated decades of service as a plumber at Ft. Belvoir, VA until his retirement. He was also a member of the NAACP Branch of Stafford, Virginia. Mathew Taylor was a longtime member of the District #3 ushers where he served as President, Vice President and Chaplain. He served the Interdenominational Church Ushers Association on the Board of Directors, Instructor, Nominating Committee and the Father of the ICUA Of VA.

Matthew was passionate about music and was a member of the Golden Star Quintet. Later, he joined the well-known group, The Treble Cleff Gospel Singers, where he sang lead on many songs and traveled extensively performing gospel music.

Matthew was preceded in death by his wives, Louise and Delores Taylor; his children, Doneal and Monica Taylor; stepson, Keith Rawls; all his siblings, brothers Robert, Alfred, Ralph, James, and sister Carrie; and grandson Rashard Johnson.

He leaves to cherish his memories his daughter and caregiver, Diane Johnson of Stafford, Virginia; son, Terry Taylor of Fredericksburg, Virginia; stepson, Willie (Marjorie) Rawls of Clinton, Maryland; grandchildren, Chaunette (Rashid), Belicia (Terrell), Terrell (Kiara), Stephanie, Monique (Kendrick), Candise, Doneal Jr., and Tanisha; 9 great-grandchildren , a special cousin Margaret Burke, 1 brother – in - law Carlton (Rebecca), A special thank you to Dad's homecare aid, Mary Jones for her loving care,  companionship and her Godly inspiration each day with Dad, and a host of family and friends.

A viewing will be held at United Faith Christian Ministry 150 Susa Drive, Stafford, VA, 22554, on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM. The interment will be held at Quantico National Cemetery, 1824 Joplin Road, Triangle, VA, 22172.