Laurence D. Taylor

Laurence D. Taylor, age 82, of Cranesville, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 2, 2015, at UPMC Hamot.

He was born born in Conshohocken, Pa., on November 26, 1932, a son of the late Arthur and Evelyn A. Law Taylor.

On August 31, 1951, Laurence Donald Taylor, invested a four-year commitment into the United States Navy, serving as an Aviation Electronics Man (AT). After completing his basic training in Great Lakes, Ill., he reported to Naval Air Transport Squadron Six (VR-6) in Westover AFB, Mass., where he was an integral part of the maintenance crew. Working his way up the ranks meritoriously, he achieved the rank of First Class Petty Officer, and completed his arduous tour of duty in August 1955 with an honorable discharge from services. His personal awards include the Navy Good Conduct Award, National Defense Service Medal, and various unit and campaign awards.

He graduated from Villanova University in 1967 with a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering; and in 1988, he graduated from Gannon University with his Master's Degree in Health Service Administration. Laurence worked at American Sterilizer as an Application Engineer, Assistant Director Infection Control Engineering Research and Development with the development of two patents: 1984, fluid tight seal and in 1990, disposable bio hazardous waste material container.

Laurence enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting, reading and spending time with family and friends. His interests also included power squadron, toast masters, and civil air patrol.

He is survived by his wife, Sylvia Zebich Taylor; children: Sylvia Miletich, Brian Taylor and Moya Taylor; his grandchildren: Lee and Marina Miletich, Andrew Taylor and Kaiya Taylor. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and many friends who are blessed by his lifetime of friendship and thoughtfulness.

Friends may call at the Burton Funeral Home, 525 Main St. East, in Girard, on Saturday, October 17, from 4 p.m. until the time of the service at 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675.

Condolences may be sent to www.Burtonfuneralhomes.com.

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