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Dennis Lee Taylor passed away peacefully on August 27th, 2024, in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 71. Born on December 9th, 1952, in Topeka, Kansas, Dennis was the son of Emmett and Patricia (Jenks) Taylor.
Dennis married Dorothy (Perkins) Molczyk in 1972, and together they had two sons, Justus and Jamal Taylor. Dennis met the love of his life, Rebecca Bramer, in 1990. They spent 34 years together, sharing a deep bond and mutual love that enriched both their lives.
A gifted musician, Dennis was proficient in multiple instruments, with a special affinity for the acoustic guitar and bass guitar. His musical journey saw him performing with various bands across the country. Locally, his talent graced venues such as The Speakeasy and The Oven in Lincoln, and The Jaipur in Omaha. Dennis’s passion for music culminated in the release of his album of original songs, “Dayspring”. Among his many cherished memories, one most memorable was in 1973 when he had the honor of opening for Fleetwood Mac at Pershing Auditorium in Lincoln, Nebraska—a moment that highlighted his lifelong dedication to his craft.
Dennis’s legacy lives on through his partner, Rebecca Bramer; his sons, Justus (Vicki) Taylor and Jamal (Yuanzi) Taylor; Rebecca’s son Julian Hall, and five grandchildren, Isaac, Samuel, Corinne, Vivian and Camden. He is also survived by siblings Robert Taylor, Deborah Scott, Linda Clark, and Serina Lake, and cousins Susan Gilbert and Kim Weidner.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmett and Patricia Taylor, and brothers, Ronald and Donald Taylor.
A Memorial Open House for family and friends will be held on Friday, October 11th from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Antelope Park Enclosed Shelter, 1650 Memorial Drive in Lincoln.
Dennis will be deeply missed, but his music, kind spirit, and the love he gave will continue to resonate in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.
The full obituary for Dennis can be found Alternative Funeral and Cremation Services at https://lincolnalternativefuneral.com/dennis-lee-taylor/
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Susan "Sam" Modenstein
I first became acquainted with Dennis at Merle Beattie; probably in the first or second grade. We had what I would describe as a like/hate relationship because one Halloween I was out trick or treating on our street--Woods Blvd.--and Dennis stole my candy bag! I reminded him of this traumatic incident before one of our class reunions. Maybe our 40th? I looked forward to seeing him and when I entered the Roccoco Theater I saw Dennis and his wife sitting in a booth and went over to say hello. Lo and behold he had a pile of Milky Ways waiting for me. It was a lovely way to rekindle our friendship. Dennis, I hope you find unlimited sweets wherever you are. ♥️
Eric Matteson (Matteson)
Dennis was a wonderful person and muscian. We spent noon hours at LSE discussing the state of the world, and stayed connected over the years though his career, and later as his health and his vision declined. One of my now enduring treasures is the gift of his Daysteam album. He made his world a beautiful place.
George Howard
Dennis lived on Woods Blvd, 2 blocks from me, when I was in grade school and junior high, close to DeAnn Nuernberger and Roger Seuss.
One of the summers, maybe 1967, Dennis and Scott Colburn put together a 4 piece garage band that could play all the 1960s hits really well. Every night that summer they would be performing in Dennis' garage, usually until dark or the parents said that it had gone on long enough.
Dennis was a talented musician his entire life. He'll be missed.
Jim Daniels
I've know Dennis since grade school. I always remember when he got his first electric guitar. It was a Silvertone and it had an amplifier in the guitar case! How cool was that ? Dennis was a kind soul and was passionate about his music. He taught many students the joy of the guitar. Heaven will welcome your talent my friend.
Carol Gant (Ochsner)
Dennis and I reconnected when he posted that classic peace symbol photo from The Shield on Facebook years ago. We chatted several times, and all of a sudden I was the proud owner of his CDs. I still enjoy listening to them and remembering the special way he had with the guitar. If you have a minute, look at the photos he posted here; several are photos of pure joy! RIP, my friend.
Andrew Byerly
Dennis and I weighed about the same amount, in Junior High and/or LSE. When we got to the wrestling phase of PE, we had this "unspoken pack' that we would 'challenge', each other as we were in same 'weight class'...He would always just roll over and I would "pin" him. In those moments, I learned, and stil believe, he was the 'gentliest and humblest giant' of us all!
Tausha Ward (Armbruster)
Dennis was my very first date in 9th grade. We went to the Christmas ball at the Lincoln Country Club. His Dad drove us and picked us up. He was so nice and I think I wasn't very excited about it, but I was always taught to accept the first invitation. We were classmates at Southeast and drifted apart over the years. We later connected and reminised about that special evening. He was a special person and I loved his music. I feel so blessed to have a CD he made several years ago. I just love it. He and I favored the same number on the CD. I will forever enjoy his music.
Carolyn Hull (Iodice)
Rest in peace, make music with the angels.