1920
2012
Robert (Bob)
Bruce Taylor
1920 - 2012
Robert (Bob) Bruce Taylor died 9/15/2012 in Eugene of cancer. He was born 11/27/1920 in Portland, OR to Florence Sumner Taylor. Burial will be at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland on 9/20/2012 at 2 p.m.
Bob graduated from the UO School of Law in 1948 He was an avid Duck fan attending his first football game in 1939 and his last Sept. 1, 2012
He worked in lumber sales in the 1940's at Timberlane Lumber Co. and ending at A & R Lumber Sales. In his retirement years, he continued to work at jobs he greatly enjoyed, especially the 20 years he worked on the Board of Property Tax Appeals and the many wonderful people he met. He worked for Lane County Elections for over 10 years, and also St. Vincent de Paul on the Housing Advisory Board.
Bob was a Master Sergeant in the Army in 1942 in Okinawa and remained in the Reserves until 1949.
He married Lois D. Wagner on Feb. 14, 1946 in Austin, TX. She died in 1991. Bob is survived by 2 daughters, Karyl and Tarre, 3 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and 4 great great-grandchildren, as well as many treasured friends and family members.
In honor of his compassionate heart, remembrances can be made to the Eugene Mission.
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I was in France when Robert died and was dismayed to hear the news of his passing. I worked with him for during the years with BoPTA and Elections. I loved talking to him and his great ability to smile and laugh. He was highly respected and a pleasure to work with. I am fortunate to have known him. He will be missed.
Annette Newingham
October 12, 2012
"70 years is our life span--80 years with special mightiness." (Psalms 90:10) Bob had 92 years of special mightiness. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of the times you spent together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Patricia
September 21, 2012
Bob you will be so missed. Our parties will not be the same without your presence. He was forever with a smile and such a pleasure to be around.
Leslie Leonard
September 20, 2012
Bob came into our life's when I was 17 yeas-old. He had a very loving and compassioned heart. We had stayed in touched for over 39 years. He was the Godfather to our first son and stepped up to care for our son when it was needed. I will miss the the cards and calls. My heart goes out to the family and all who loved him.
Linda
September 20, 2012
I was so blessed to have had Bob in my life. He will always have a special place in my heart.
Nathaniel Fennell
September 19, 2012
Bob was a gem and I'm am so honored to have worked with him at Elections. It would be impossible to forget him.
Mary Ferro
September 19, 2012
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