Taylor, Burke
1977 - 2017
Burke Andrew Taylor, 40, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away from heart complications unexpectedly on August 6, 2017. He was born on February 13, 1977 in Columbus, Ohio to John and Amy Taylor. He graduated from Dublin Coffman High School, and earned a BA in Financial Management from The Ohio State University in 2001. Burke had a successful 16 year career in sales and was currently working as an Account Manager for Ansell Healthcare. He was a dedicated family man who was humble, kind, empathetic, and always willing to help others in need. His witty, outrageously funny humor was enjoyed by everyone who knew him. Burke was an avid golfer, loved fishing, nature, and sharing and teaching his children to do the same. He is survived by the three loves of his life; his adoring wife of 11 years, Kathleen Taylor of Columbus; their two beautiful girls whom he cherished so deeply, Avery and Maryn Taylor; and their beloved dog, Kylie; parents, John and Amy Taylor of Dublin; father-in-law Martin and mother-in-law, Marilyn Winters of Columbus; sister, Emily (Kenji) Yoshikawa of New York, New York; and his nieces and nephews, Eva, Daniel, James and Vincent; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins with whom he was so close. Family will receive friends Friday, August 11, 2017 from 1-3 and 5-8 p.m. at the RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME AT POWELL, 450 W. Olentangy Street, Powell, Ohio 43065. Service Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Gerald Kalb officiating at the ALL SAINTS LUTHERAN CHURCH, 6770 N. High Street, Worthington, Ohio 43085. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a Go Fund Me Campaign to for his children's education. Please visit: gf.me/u/bsfucu. To send an online condolence, please visit www.rutherfordfuneralhomes.com.
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I still think about Burkey every day. I have a million memories but going out on Lake Erie on the boat with his parents, Fauris and Steve. I was so sea sick the 1st 2hrs I was leaning over the edge of the boat in what to me was 20ft waves. The weather broke, the lake calmed and we spent the whole day telling jokes, fishing, being young and not care in the world...just a day that I'll never take for granted now. I love you Brother
Nestor
August 5, 2020
Dear Taylor Family,
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences. The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. We meet monthly in Columbus from 7-9 PM on the second Tuesday of each month at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. If and when you are ready to do so, please join us. We need Not Walk Along. We are The Compassionate Friends.
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The Compassionate Friends
Columbus, Ohio Chapter
(614) 882-8986
www.tcfcolumbus.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
The Compassionate Friends
August 11, 2017
Kathleen,
Words cannot express the heartfelt sympathy of the many McKesson reps that have worked with Burke over the years in Cincinnati, Columbus and Indiana. Burke was a true professional and very good with the customers. He always doted on you and his girls when we were together.
May God bring you all peace and comfort in the coming days and beyond.
Sadly, I have been thru this recently with my own sister who lost her husband last December in the same manner so if you need someone to talk to, please call me.
Todd Sloan
513-479-2818
McKesson Cincinnati
August 11, 2017
Although I had just met Burke this summer when he became my "yard guy", he was such a nice man. I enjoyed talking to him when he was cutting my grass. I am so sorry for your families loss.
Teresa Cooper
August 10, 2017
Burke was my Ansell rep for the last several years. He would always go the extra mile for me professionally, but what I really loved about him was his wonderful sense of humor , his humbleness and his love for his family. We would always chat for a while and he would show me pictures of his girls. It was very clear to all just how much he adored his wife and his children and I am so saddened to hear of his passing. Knowing that he will not be there to see his kids grow up breaks my heart. He truly was one of the most wonderful people that I know. I am so sorry for your loss.
Cathy Marlow
August 10, 2017
Our deepest, heartfelt condolences for the loss of your dad, husband, and son. I have such funny, fond memories of Burke and his buddies during those high school years in Dublin...shared by my brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Barbara Merz. Both Burke and Kathleen were both such a blessed support for our family for everything CF. The Merz family treasures the time they got to spend with this wonderful man.. He was a very special person and will be missed by so many people whose lives he touched.
Sharon Merz Kolakowski
August 9, 2017
You're the best brother. I miss joke time riffing back and forth with you, the adventures and really when it was quiet and we talked family and life. I feel so humbled to be able to have someone like you and your family in my life. Some of the best times in my life were because of you and our knuckle head crew of friends. Brother, words cannot express how much you will be missed.
Jason Nestor
August 9, 2017
Burke,
Thank you for always being a great person. You were so welcoming, gracious, kind, witty,humble, and honest. I will be keeping your wife and daughter in my thoughts! Your persona will live on in all of us that we're lucky enough to know you!
Andy Jackson
August 9, 2017
You will be greatly missed!
Wesley Prediger
August 8, 2017
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