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Mark Taylor Obituary

TAYLOR--Mark, 70, Professor of English at Manhattan College and leading Shakespearean scholar, died April 14th of a brain aneurysm. He grew up in North Tarrytown, graduated from Yale, and earned a Ph.D. from the Graduate Center, CUNY. Mourned by his wife of 46 years, Professor Anya Taylor; sons, Andrew (Kristin) and Nicholas; and five grandchildren. Remembered by generations of students from Manhattan College, where he was known for 40 years as a fiercely intelligent, witty, and dedicated teacher. Author of The Soul in Paraphrase (1974), a study of the poet George Herbert; Shakespeare's Darker Purpose: A Question of Incest (1982); and Shakespeare's Imitations (2002), a Choice Outstanding Academic Title (2003). Memorial service May 9th, 3pm, Manhattan College. Contributions may be sent to the Mark Taylor Memorial Fund, Office of Planned Giving, Manhattan College, Bronx, NY 10471.

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Published by New York Times on Apr. 22, 2009.

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MaryAnn McCarra-Fitzpatrick

December 24, 2011

Go raibh gach sonas ort an Nollaig seo. Blessings, always, a chara, mo chroi.

Liz Samani (Hazel)

December 30, 2009

I just learned of Dr. Taylor's passing with deep sadness. I was honored to be his student for four years (class of '88). My condolences to his wife and family and to all those who feel his loss.

MaryAnn McCarra-Fitzpatrick

December 22, 2009

Bail o Dhia ort, codladh samh, siochan leat, rath De ort....

Remembering you this Christmas-tide, a chara, mo chroi,

M.

MaryAnn McCarra-Fitzpatrick

October 20, 2009

Missing your birthday letter...

Lighting a candle for you, a chara mo chroi.

With my thoughts and prayers a chara mo chroi, ever, MaryAnn

May 8, 2009

MaryAnn McCarra-Fitzpatrick

May 8, 2009

I remember Mark...in Just spring when the world was mud-luscious...when the world was puddle-wonderful...

He will be missed.

Charles LoCascio

May 6, 2009

I had the privilege of taking three classes that Mark taught, ca. 1978-80. In each of them my term papers received (and needed) a good deal of mentoring from him. He was a true scholar, and a true teacher. He was also one of the most decent, sane and generous people I've ever met. My sincerest condolences to Mark's family, friends, colleagues and students.

Ida Zohrabian

May 5, 2009

I just heard about Professor Taylor and was beyond shocked. He was one of the greatest professors i had at Manhattan College. He will truly be missed by all. xoxo

Mary and Bob Nelson

April 30, 2009

I was just thinking about Mark today. We knew each other at North Tarrytown HS in the late 1950's and later married first cousins Anya Bozeman (Mark) and Mary Fay (Bob) He is sorely missed.

Michael Toner

April 26, 2009

My sincere condolences. Mark was my teacher in the early 70's and also helped me with draft board correspondence after my graduation. He wass a good and kind man

MaryAnn McCarra-Fitzpatrick

April 22, 2009

My sincere condolences. I will keep you in my prayers.

MaryAnn McCarra-Fitzpatrick

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