Jimmy Van Taylor age 83 of Watertown, died Saturday morning, Sept. 3, 2022 at Quality Care Health Center in Lebanon. Born in Smith County, he was the son of the late Roy and Julia Hunter Taylor and was preceded in death by his 4 sisters and 2 brothers.  He was also preceded by a daughter, Jackie Davis, son-in-law, Rick Hillis and longtime companion, Martha Frances George. Jimmy was a heavy equipment operator and farmer. He is survived by his children, Tammy Hillis of Mt. Juliet, Annette (Steve) Dedmon of Watertown, Valerie (Zac Griffith) Williams of Watertown and Kenny (Michelle) Taylor of Daytona, FL; 7 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren and one arriving in February and a great great grandchild arriving in March; nieces and nephews. Family and friends will gather on Sunday, Sept. 11th  from 1-4 p.m. for a time of visitation and remembrance.