Taylor Hawkins, 31 of Platte City, Missouri died suddenly. Tuesday evening, June 28th, 2022. Survived by his mother Celeste J. Hawkins, of Platte City, MO., his father L. Kent Brown, of Chicago. Ill.(Joan), his sister Kendra Brown, Great-great Aunt Mary Nash, Paternal Grandmother Kennie Ross Goff, (Sam), Grandfather Lyman Brown (Regina), Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Preceded in death by Maternal Grandfather Ray Hawkins, Grandmother Margorie Marsh Hawkins, Paternal Grandfather Felipe Almaguer, Grandmother Connie Almaguer, Great Grandmother Majorie Marsh, Uncles Joel and Phillip Almaguer, And sweet Baby Olivia.Taylor graduated from Platte Co. R3 High School in Platte City, Mo in 2009. Taylor grew up in both rural and urban cities. Taylor loved spending summers at his second hometown, Chicago, Ill., working at Park Grill with his dad. Not only was Taylor his mom's best friend but her entire world. They had a unique and special relationship. He shared his mother's love for playing pool. He enjoyed learning and playing chess at a young age from both his grandfathers Ray and Felipe. Growing up, skateboarding was a huge part his life. He was also an avid fan of the Chiefs, Royals, and Blues. Above all else, he WAS music. You never saw Taylor without it. If it wasn’t plugged into his ears, or coming out of a speaker, he was playing it. Taylor was a very talented, self-taught drummer, bass and guitar player. He grew up playing and learning with many musicians at the Road House. Taylor was an amazing son, loyal friend, brother and family member with a great and unique sense of humor. He truly had a genuine and pure soul. Visitation for Taylor will be held at the First Baptist Church of Platte City, 17385 MO-371, Platte City, MO 64079 Saturday July 9th, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., funeral services from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. A celebration of life that evening. Details to be announced.