TRAYLOR James R. "Traylor," 75, of Paterson, NJ. He was called home to rest on Monday, June 16, 2008. Mr. Traylor was a Retired Self-Employed Truck Driver. He was the father of Judy L. Traylor, Deborah Traylor-Smith, Whitney Traylor, Mattie Belife, Inez Lewis and Gloria Bell, Lawrence Traylor, James R. Traylor II, Charles Watson, John Cade and Ulysses Lutz; the son of the late James R. Sr. and Eloise (Wells) Traylor; the brother of Truetchia (Traylor) Rodgers, Genola (Traylor) Leverette and the late Alonzo "Ricky" Traylor; the grandfather of twenty-two; the great-grandfather of eleven; the nephew of Maggie Laster and Lizzie Smith; the brother-in-law of Coleman Rodgers and Hervey Leverette; the devoted friend of Tina Merritt; the lifelong friend of James "Jimmy" Merritt. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Services: Monday, June 23, 2008 at 12 noon at the United Presbyterian Church, 375 Van Houten St., Paterson, NJ Interment: Fair Lawn Cemetery Friends may visit: Monday, 11-12noon at the Church Arrangements by: Carnie P. Bragg Funeral Homes Inc., 256 Rosa Parks Blvd., Paterson, NJ To send online condolences or order flowers/ for directions please visit: www.braggfuneralhome .com
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Gracie Williams
June 26, 2008
Traylor will always be a master piece in the Merritt Family. Our prayers and deepest sympathy. Edward (Helen) Merritt: Wilbert (Mary) Merritt: Gracie (Wyman) Merritt-Williams.
Loven Sills
June 25, 2008
We (The Merritt Family) will always remember Traylor for his caring and great personality. Even though he is resting in peace, we truly miss him.
He will never be forgotten!!!!
Muriel & Joseph Hunter Jr & Family
June 23, 2008
Peace & Blessings to the Family.
Traylor will be missed by all who knew him.
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