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for Norman Taylor
Norm Taylor
May 26, 2025
First Memorial Day in Texas, gloomy rainy day. Heavy hearts we all are thinking of you and what you gave for us, love Dad, Shannon, Cody and Christine.
Charlie Gili
March 18, 2025
Hello,
We wanted to let you, your family and friends know that we have made a small donation to the John Hudson Plunge for EB Research in honor of Norman R. Taylor III US Army Sergeant.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Norm Taylor
November 11, 2024
Veterans Day, 2024, thinking of you and the sacrifice you made for your country, and family so we can be free. Love and miss you, love Dad, Shannon, Cody and Christine.
Norm Taylor Jr.
October 20, 2024
Bud, as you watch us from above you can see the changes that are and have taken place in our family, we all miss your beautiful smile and laughter. Love Dad, Shannon, Christine and Cody.
Patrick
May 27, 2024
Still remember what you taught me and think of you from time to time. Wish you were still around.
Dad
May 26, 2024
Hey Bud, thinking of you as always, thank you for looking over all of us. We can never thank you enough for your sacrifice, love and miss you.
Dad, Shannon, Christine and Cody.
Kellie Taylor
May 24, 2024
Hey Buddy, it´s your cousin Kellie. It´s Memorial Day weekend and I am thinking of you. Reading messages here from your Mom, Dad and sister made me tear up. You sure were a light. Thank you for your sacrifice cousin. Keep watching over everyone, you´re forever loved and missed. #Taylorgang
Norm Taylor
November 11, 2023
Veterans Day, thanking you and your brother for your service and sacrifice. Love Dad, Shannon and Christine.
Norm Taylor
October 18, 2023
Our hearts are heavy but are memories are full, thinking of you, lots of Love Dad, Shannon, Cody and Christine.
Mom
May 31, 2023
You are always on my mind son...even more so when a song comes on that I know you loved as well... it still rattles me. I spent time with your brother and his great lil family over Memorial weekend and could feel you in my heart I know your watching over all of us and smiling down at the crazy antics (well, most of the time). I get calls and messages from many of your friends and fellow soldiers... you made an impact on so many and are so loved son. I'm very proud of all you did... however, I'm sad for the opportunities that you didn't get. I pray that you are happy and enjoying each and every day... you deserve that!! Until Valhalla son... then it's BIG hug time Love always, Mom
Norm
May 30, 2023
Bud, lots of thoughts and prayers sent from friends and family, we all appreciate your sacrifice. Love Dad, Shannon, Cody and Christine.
Norm
November 13, 2022
Veterans Day was filled with remembering your courage, your smile and your love for life. It also included thanks to your brother for his selflessness for serving his country just ad you did. Love Dad, Shannon, Christine and Cody.
Dad
October 21, 2022
Another October 17, has come and gone, but the memory of you continues love and miss you, Dad, Shannon, Cody and Christine.
Norm
May 30, 2022
It's Memorial Day, we are thinking of you today and appreciating the sacrifice that you and your brother gave for our freedom. Love Dad, Shannon, and Christine.
Kandice (Smalley) Judson
May 29, 2022
Hey Buddy! You cross my mind randomly several times a year. A song comes on the radio, or random memories seem to float by, a reminder pops up in my calendar. You were always a great friend when we were little. I'm sorry I didn't keep in touch after moving. I hope you are enjoying the afterlife and watching over those who love you the most.
Norm
April 15, 2022
Thinking of you son and the joy you brought to everyone, love Dad, Shannon, Cody and Christine.
Norm
November 11, 2021
Veteran's Day, your courage, bravery and sacrifice will never be questioned or forgotten. We all love and miss you. Dad, Shannon, Christine and Cody.
Christine taylor
November 11, 2021
Hey bud its been a while a lot happened since last time i wrote I wish you can meet my family ive been with this amazing woman for over a year and she has 3 amazing kids i know youd like them. Wish we had a little more time together i miss ya lots brother fly high i love you
Norm Taylor
October 18, 2021
Hey stud, so many friends and family still sending messages, you are so loved and missed by all, love Dad, Shannon, Christine and Cody.
Norm Taylor
April 15, 2021
Thinking of you on your birthday, miss you and love you. Dad, Shannon, Cody and Christine
Christine Taylor
November 30, 2020
Miss you lots brother wish you were here to see how much I've grown up an to help me through rough times but I'm doing good an wish I could see you one last time. Forever in my heart I love an miss you
Stephanie Huffman
November 19, 2020
I know it's been a lifetime so I'm not sure if you'd even remember me, but I still think about you and your family, so I wanted to say, you are all still family in my heart and I think about you all very often. My thoughts are with you all, always.
Norm Taylor
November 14, 2020
Another Veterans Day as come and gone, we have not forgotten your courage your ambition or your sacrifice for are freedom. Love and miss you, Dad, Shannon, Cody and Christine
Dee Dee DeCoster
November 3, 2020
Buddy there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think of you. I miss my Buddy. I’ll cherish all my memories of you.
Ernie Salazar
October 18, 2020
Hey buddy, I thought about you today just out of the blue. I don’t know why but I googled your name and found this page dedicated to you from your family. So I decided to drop in and say thank you for your service my friend. As you can see your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Norm Taylor
October 18, 2020
We are all thinking of you, miss and love you much, Dad, Shannon Christine and Cody.
Matthew Buckner
October 17, 2020
To the family of Norman Taylor, I saw a picture of Sgt. Norman Taylor on Seal of Honor's Facebook page and I felt compelled to research to learn more about him. I am very thankful for the American Soldier, for without them we would not be free. After reading the memories posted here I can tell the pain is still real. I am truly sorry for your loss, but please know the sacriced of your precious son is not forgotten. With deepest love and regard Matthew Buckner, Mt. Lookout WV.
Norm Taylor
April 15, 2020
Thinking of you on your birthday, imagining all that you could have accomplished in your life, father, uncle, friend and most of all greatness in anything you did. Miss and love you Dad, Shannon, Christine and Cody.
Norm Taylor
November 11, 2019
Bud, your dedication, drive and sacrifice has allowed countless individuals to be able to fall asleep at night without worry. We love and miss you Dad, Shannon, Christine and Cody.
October 17, 2019
Hey stud, a little over a year here in Florida with your brother, even with your presence around us we love and miss you. Love Dad, Shannon, Christine and Cody.
Norm Taylor
November 12, 2018
First Veterans Day in Florida, still adjusting to the move. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Love Dad, Shannon and Christine.
April 15, 2018
Thinking of you today as we do everyday, you would have turned 33 today and in the prim of your life. Miss you lots Dad, Shannon and Christine.
October 17, 2017
It's that day again and another year gone by, our hearts are heavy and filled to the brim with sadness. We are always thinking of you, love Dad, Shannon and Christine.
May 30, 2017
Bud, yesterday was Memorial Day and my heart was heavy, miss you so much Dad.
October 17, 2016
I miss you, I wish we could have been able to grow as a family, to see how all are paths traveled would have taken us. Always in my heart and on my mind Love DAD
October 17, 2016
As long as there is a candle burning in your memory are hearts and thoughts with be thinking of you, may the candles never run out, Love DAD
Norm Taylor
October 17, 2016
AS LONG AS THERE IS A CANDLE BURNING IN YOUR MEMORY, ARE HEARTS AND THOUGHTS WILL BE THINKING OF YOU, LOVE DAD
April 15, 2016
Wow, where has the time gone, the years continue to tick away and the tears still flow like it was yesterday. Just like there is no day that goes by that you are not missed,there's no day that we cant feel your presence. Love Us
October 18, 2015
9 years and we still remember your passing like it was yesterday. We flew balloons in your honor today and reminisced on the hill about funny little stories of you and your brother♡ We miss you so very much and look forward to holding you, hearing you laugh and seeing that awesome crooked smile!! 4-ever in our ♡'s. Love you. Mom & Neil
October 17, 2015
Bud, just thinking of you and how far in life you would have been after all this time. Miss you and love you DAD.
April 22, 2015
It's hard to believe that you would have been 30 this year, I know you are looking down on all of us just as much as we are looking up at you.Thinking of you Dad.
pam Everhart
October 19, 2014
the anniversary of your death always makes me remember the sad day I found out you had been killed. we all thought you had made it thru your tour safely, you were so close to coming home. life sure has a way of changing in a heart beat. we all miss you and wonder what could have been. love You always in my heart
Aunt Pam
October 17, 2014
Wow another year has come and gone since you gave your life for our freedom, we all miss you much, Love Dad, Shannon and Christine.
April 15, 2014
Hey Stud, I know you are always looking over all of us, miss you lots. It has been years and yet it feels like yesterday that
you became our angel.
LOVE DAD
Mom
November 15, 2013
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you son! The radio may play a song, the wind may blow a scent, or a close of my eyes brings you into my view...you are always with me...in my heart. Some day I will feel your hug once more?
Leslie Collup
November 11, 2013
Happy Veteran's Day Stormin' Norman! I miss you and think of you often.
Norm Taylor Jr.
April 23, 2013
Bud would have turned 28 this year wow how time flys. Thank you for taking the time to place a wreath at his head stone, and thank all of you who keep Bud alive in your hearts.
Thank you for you're service Norman!
Jody Barauskas
December 15, 2012
Today, at the Riverside National Cemetery in CA, we celebrated Wreaths across American. We layed a wreath at your site today. I was asked by a friend to seek you out. Thank you Norman for your service. You touched my heart today, just wanted you're family to know.
Kandice Smalley-Judson
March 16, 2012
Hey Buddy! I just wanted to drop you a note. I think of you often and have for many years. We spent a lot of time together as childhood friends. I will never forget the day when my dad called me to say that "one of Norm's kids is on the list, killed in Iraq." I broke down and regretted not keeping in touch with you after I moved away. I drove back to Blythe to attend your memorial. As I pulled off the freeway, I saw so many people, flags, and ribbons. I gently eased my car into the line traveling toward the fairgrounds. You were loved by so many people! You will never be forgotten by dear friend. Thank you for your sacrifice.
Penny Coppo/Green
October 28, 2011
Not a day goes by, that I do not think of you Norm. Along with the other guys that were in my Unit. You are missed all the time.
Peggy Childers
October 17, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Norman R. Taylor:
Please accept my remembrance of Norman on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Debi Nickerson
September 23, 2011
I spend a lot of time with Lynda, Buddy's mom, she is my best friend. I recently visited Buddy with her and he is in a beautiful place It was a beautiful day and so nice to share that with her. She means the world to me. She is very proud of her boys. I will be spending time with her in a couple weeks and we will reminisce about what a fine man he was. Buddy you are missed every day. Love you.
sarah sumlin
August 24, 2011
Miss you and love you everyday. Thank you for your brave sacrifice. You will never be forgotten.
Liz Davis
February 15, 2011
I feel like I knew you personally from all the stories that have been shared...you are with my Son now, and I think of you both often. Thanks for serving Buddy!
Liz Davis
February 15, 2011
I feel like I knew you personally from all the stories shared...but you are with my Son now. Know I think of both of you often. Thanks for serving Buddy!
Norm Taylor Jr.
February 14, 2011
I would like to thank each and everyone of you for your kind words and respect.
Kerr Family
November 10, 2010
Stormin' Norman, quite the wrestler! Miss seeing you out in the pits with us on race night. Not a day goes by when Kerr doesn't think of you. You will never be forgotten.
Dylan Schriner
November 9, 2010
I miss you buddy you will never be forgotten
Debi Nickerson
October 18, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Buddy will never be forgotten, he was an amazing young man.
Peggy Childers
October 17, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Norman R. Taylor:
Remembering Norman on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Autumn Draper
August 31, 2010
To the family of Norman Taylor, I do not nor have never met him. However he lives in my home on a daily basis. I is an beautiful spirit that keeps my husband going. You were so loved by him. I met Travis in 2008 and he is truly letting everyone know about you and how much he loved and still loves you. He misses you still to this day till he he cries and cant go. He misses you dearly. Norman I wish I could have met you but God has kept you with our family. Know that you have never been forgotten and are loved deeply!
Kirsten P.
August 4, 2010
"Always remembered, never forgotten." May your family be comforted in knowing that you are still protecting them each and every day.
Pam Everhart
June 14, 2010
you will always be loved and missed. There is a big hole left in our hearts.
Love you always, your aunt Pam
Sue Uhrhan
May 28, 2010
You are always Remebered. And truly missed each and every day.
May 27, 2010
Buddy, we are thinking of you always. As Memorial Day approaches, I hope you know just how much we appreciate your sacrifice. We miss you more than we can ever explain. And let there be no doubt Tony always keep the fridge stocked with Dr. Pepper in remembrance of you and your days at our house during Welding. Much love, The Rice Family: Tony, Esther, Kegan and Cason
Joseph Beimfohr
April 19, 2010
It is with a sad and heavy heart that I am writing this message. My name is Staff Sergeant Joe Beimfohr and I was Norman's recruiter. I served the town of Blythe during 2001-2003. Norman was one of my finest recruits. He always had such a great attitude and he was eager to learn all he could about the Army. I found out today that we had lost Norman by one of his soldiers that served with him. I too was wounded severely in Iraq and lost both of my legs due to my injuries. My heart goes out to the Taylor family and I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could say something to ease your pain, but I know there are no such words. I was proud to know your son and I can't express the regret and pain I feel for your loss. I hope to make it back out to Blythe one day and pay my respects to you in person.
My deepest sympathy,
Staff Sergeant(ret)
Joe Beimfohr
U.S. Army
Jeremy
October 18, 2009
Norm,
It's been awhile buddy. I miss ya like no other. I've been up in the mountains snowboarding and rockin Jack Johnson. I wish you were here buddy. Everyday I think about you and the other guys. I'm out now and hanging in to survive. To many nights go by sleepless thinking of that day. I know you're happy where your at and wanting the best for everyone. It's hard sometimes, people don't understand what all of us have been through. I'm seeing lots of dr's to help with the effects of war. Seem's sometimes I don't think they have a clue sometimes, but I'm not the expert. So now, I'm married, I have a wonderful wife that is so compassionate of what we all have gone through and very supportive. I've also had a lil girl pop up in our lives. She's is all the reason to keep hanging. I also have a lil boy on the way too. We haven't thought of the name yet, but I'm sure it will come to us. Buddy, I miss you greatly and wish things didn't happen that awful day. I will not forget the things you have given me nor will I let my family forget what all of you have given us! Keep taking it one day at a time! Love you bro, Jeremy
Peggy Childers
October 17, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Norman R. Taylor:
Norman gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Cindy Hudson
May 25, 2009
Hey Norm, just wanted to let you know that you and your family are always in our thoughts and prayers. There are many times when you still put a smile on our faces. We miss you each and every day, but know that you're in a much better place. You'll never be forgotten!
Pat and Dina Cochrane
May 24, 2009
Remembering you this Memorial Day weekend and always. You gave the ultimate sacrifice. We will never forget!
Kenna Larra
March 12, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna
In Memory of Norman ~ (Debra Estep)
October 17, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Norman, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
chris "chico" chicoine
October 17, 2008
It's been two years now man we have'nt forgot you norm we miss ya
Rest In Paradise
Peggy Childers
October 16, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Norman R. Taylor:
Norman gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
June 13, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Taylor!
Kate D
October 11, 2007
Norm ~
I never met you but you have left a lasting impression on the love of my life. I hope that you are in heaven living it up with the big man and that you are at peace. I pray for everyone who miss's you everyday for I know even though I haven't meet you were a great man. I hope you help watch over my sapper when he deploys here again soon. R.I.P & Much Love ~ Kate
Pam Everhart
September 17, 2007
My dearest nephew, can't believe it's been almost a year since you were taken from us. There hasn't been a day that goes by that I don't think about you. Wasn't that long ago that I was changing your diapers,and then watching you grow into a young man. We all miss you and wish you were with us. You touched so many lives in your short stay on earth, you will never be forgotten.
August 17, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
August 2, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Taylor and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Awesome art
July 16, 2007
Snipers to the end
July 16, 2007
Memorial
July 16, 2007
4ever trust in who you are....nothing else matter!
July 16, 2007
Friends 4-ever
July 16, 2007
A stogie with Rhett
July 16, 2007
Da Boyz
July 16, 2007
Michael Castro
June 27, 2007
June 26, 2007
"STORMIN" Normin,
Hey man, wow...I don't know where to even start. Well first off i want to say that i do miss you man...and i want to say thanks for what you've done for our country and for my family. You were never forgotten in my heart and in my mind. I know that we go so far back it to funny to think about but, it's so hillarious to talk about. I can still remember that last night i saw you before you left. We were all that the parking lot, and that's when you told us that you were leaving for war. Your a brave man and soldier Sgt. Norman R. Taylor. I wiss I could have been back home in blythe to say good bye in person but it was just to hard. If i could some how turn the clock counter clockwise I would, and we would end up back in BFL again. Those were the good old days huh. GO LONGHORNS....damn i miss you...it takes alot of guts, heart, leadership, dedication, loyalty to do what you have accomplished, and not just for yourself, or your family, or friends, but for your country and freedom, and out of that you got HONOR. Your number 1 in my books Sgt. Norman R. Taylor. I know well meet again so untill then you keep fighting, because a true soldier keeps fighting, and that's what you are. A true fighting soldier. May you rest in peace my good friend and watch over all your friends and family. Can't wait to see you again. Love you man....
A1C Naomi Nadeau
June 6, 2007
Buddy,
Wow, its been a few months now since the last time I wrote. To be honest Its still really hard for me to think your not there. I wanted to say that I am so sorry I couldn't be there to say good bye. Being in tech school out in Florida they wouldn't let me leave. So I guess I'll have to settle for writing you here.
And now that I am I have no clue where to start. Your an amazing friend, brother and soldier, and I am proud to say that I am fighting right along with you in the war on terrorism.
I pray that God brings peace to your family and loving wife. I pray that God eases the minds of all who knew and mourn for you.
You'll always be in my heart.
I promise that when I sing the National anthem I will think of you, and sing it loud and proud.
There are no words Norman to express how much you will be missed.
Love always
Linda Flannery
June 3, 2007
Honoring the memory of this brave young soldier. May your family find comfort in their loving memories. Rest in Peace. My flag flies in your honor.
Kandi Smalley
May 28, 2007
Hey Buddy!
Today is Memorial Day and I was thinking of those who I've mourned over the years. You were one of the first I thought of. I hope that your family is doing well... as well as they can be without having you to share their days with. I know that you are with them in spirit. You will always be remembered...
Jeremy
May 23, 2007
Hey bud, it has been hard going through without you. I can remember the call that came across the radio and it hurts! You were a GREAT PATRIOT. You will always be remembered. When I visit Colorado I look at the mountains and think of you and your snowboarding powder stories. You are in my thoughts and prayers every single day. Wish you were here. J Dogg
Nancy Downs
April 22, 2007
I didn't, don't know you, but we have a mutual friend. I am sorry that your life was cut so short. My deepest sympathys are with your family.
ROBYN GARSIDE
March 29, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Glen
February 1, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
Donna Scholl
December 3, 2006
Thank you, my dear hero - Sgt Norman Taylor, you will never be forgotten as daily we have our freedom. My smypathes to your families. God bless you all.
Lindsey Fulgham (Guith)
November 10, 2006
Tiffany, Lynda, Neil, Cody & Norman, Im am so sad and sorry for your loss.
I have so many memories of Buddy and his family, it's hard to remember just one. Wow, I used to babysit Cody and Buddy! They were just kids. Cute little blonde kids:) Aha Quin and the Gas dock will always be remembered, and so will the LONG bus rides to school. I was suprised to find out he was married also. To his wife, you had the honor of knowing a wonderful man who was loved by many and died a hero, trying to protect our freedom. I know you will always keep a special place in your heart for him. Lynda, my friend, Buddy adored you....You were his world even when we were kids. He looked up to you and you should be very proud of the man you raised.... The HERO you raised. He will always be watching over all of you, and keeping you safe from above. It's nice to know there are Angels like Buddy up there... I hope when you think of him, you remember the special memories you had and it brings a smile to your face, like it does mine. Cody, you were Buddy's best friend and I know you always will be. I love you all. May God fill your heart with peace and love.
Your Friend.......
Kandice Smalley
November 8, 2006
Hey there Buddy!
I was devastated when my father called me to say that one of Norm Taylor's sons was killed in Iraq. I thought there must have been a mistake. Buddy Taylor couldnt be dead. I know its been quite some time since we last saw each other. I had the privilage of spending our younger years (6 - 13) as a friend of yours. I first met you in elemtary when you had a mullet and wore MC Hammer parachute pants (yes there is proof... i have pictures).
I have often thought about how you have turned out in later years and never imagined that I would be attending your memorial. From what the speakers had to say you lived a good life, full of ambition and character.
I remember a birthday a long time a girl when you bought a young girl a barbie... it had to be the perfect barbie. I know this because in later years my mom told me of a story about how your mom called her to find out which barbies I already had. You spent a good about of time and thought into which Barbie you wanted to get for me. You have always had a big heart.
You fought a good fight. You defended those who could not defent themselves. This is a great nation we live in and you have sacrificed your life for it. You hold great honor and diginity, a true hero!
Well, Norman Rober Taylor III... I have missed you and it looks like I will continue to do so. You will remain in my heart and in my memories for all of my remaining days. I wish you well in your afterlife. May you watch over your loved ones closely, sit by and keep them safe! I will miss you Buddy Taylor. Rest in peace dear friend.
Always,
Kandi
Stephanie Joyce
November 8, 2006
Buddy was my very first friend; My very first best friend.
Although mymemories are limited and scattered, I remember Buddy, always and only as perfection... even as a small child he always protected and cared for me. He lead me aroud in a wagon at my birthday party, he danced with me at my Mother's wedding, he made sure I felt included at his home, by taking me dirt biking and jets skiing (even though I was scared to death to do both, he just told me to hold on and somehow instead of running the other way, I trusted him and held on) he adviced me against "Beauty and the Beast" (because he didn't want me to get scared) and held my hand while I was getting bandaged up after a turtle mishap...
Buddy was Hero then and he is my Hero today.
My deepest sympathy to all who loved him.
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