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William Taggart Obituary
Taggart, who was named interim president of Morehouse in April 2017, had been chief operating officer at Morehouse since 2015. He formerly was president and CEO of Atlanta Life Financial Group and former chief operating officer for the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) in the Obama administration.
He formerly was associated with Veritas One Consulting, Wachovia Corp. and First Union Corp., all in Charlotte, N.C.
An Atlanta native, Taggart had degrees from Howard University and Harvard Business School.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to ""The Bill Taggart Memorial Trust for the benefit of Elizabeth Taggart,"" Green Square Capital, 605 Poplar Ave., Suite 221, Memphis, Tenn. 38199 or to the ""William J. Taggart Scholarship Fund,"" Morehouse College, 830 Westview Drive, Atlanta, Ga. 30314.
Read the full obituary on ajc.com
Afflilations: HBCU, 100 Black Men of America, Kappa Alpha Psi, National Black MBA Association
Memories and Condolences
for William Taggart
79 Entries
Robbin Atkins
September 28, 2017
To the Taggart Family, I just heard about the passing of a colleague and friend. I meet Bill when I first moved to Charlotte, NC and started working for Wachovia. Bill was a leader and gentle person. We could call on him when we needed a guest speaker at our Urban Financial Services meetings and workshops. May God continue to bless Elizabeth, his Mom and the rest of his family. You are missed. Till we meet again...
T E
July 9, 2017
Bill, my heart is heavy and broken. My mind cannot comprehend your unexpected, and premature departure. Prayers for comfort and peace for your mom, sisters and Elizabeth. Until we meet again, rest in peace with the Angels.
July 6, 2017
I was a new member to the 100 Black Men in Charlotte in 2006. Bill was a giant but very humble and down to earth. Rest in power "Dolla Bill"! Thomas Washington
Keisha Fakeye
July 2, 2017
My hear is broken into a million pieces.
Rest in paradise my friend. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Remona Goode
June 26, 2017
To my long and lasting friend. You will be missed. Rest in eternal peace.
With deepest sorrow and heartfelt condolences to Elizabeth and the Taggart family. May you always know his love and feel his presence.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Demons Ponder
June 24, 2017
Rest in heaven dear William. I continue to pray for Elizabeth, your mom, Angela, Wonya, and all of your family. You are gone from this earth but you will never be forgotten.
E Johnson
June 21, 2017
Honoring the legacy of a Great Educator and Humanitarian who will not be forgotten.
June 19, 2017
June 19, 2017
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Denise Holt - Perkins
June 18, 2017
Deepest Sympathy to the Taggart Family. I knew Bill when we were undergraduates, freshmen actually, at Howard University. We shared many classes and many long walks to the HU School of Business on Sherman Ave. He was bright, articulate, smart and yet humorous. He was a serious young man who had a vision for his life and goals to strive for. We all did back then. He actually achieved his goals and much, much more. You will be miss missed, Bill Taggart.
John Freshley
June 18, 2017
My condolences to the family of Bill Taggert.
Wade Dyke
June 17, 2017
Bill was full of joy last we talked, so proud of his family and so excited about a recent trip to LA. He spoke of the fun he had seeing his mother enjoy her time there with them. He was happy to be playing a part in the great story of Morehouse College. I know he is up there watching us but I will miss him here.
Elaine Howard-Dillard
June 16, 2017
Prayers to the Taggart Family! I had the pleasure of meeting Bill as an undergraduate at Howard University. He always had a smile and a kind word. We were in the School of Business and Delta Sigma Pi together! He has left a lasting legacy of excellence and will be greatly missed. God bless you all!
Joseph Wingfield
June 16, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 16, 2017
My prayers go out to Bill's family and friends. I knew him in undergraduate at Howard University as part of Delta Sigma Pi. He always was a special man of excellence, love and heart.
Rev. Dr. Dianne Langston
Kendal Session
June 16, 2017
My condolences to his family. He was great person, and a fraternity brother to be admired. Rest in the Chapter Enternal, job well done my brother.
Donald Lewis
June 16, 2017
Enjoyed my experiences with him as a member of the 100 Black Men of Greater Charlotte. Loved his wit.
Kevin Wilson
June 16, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill's family.
William "Sage" Owens
June 16, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences are extended out to the Taggart Family. Prayers, Blessings, & Peace are extended out to daughter Elizabeth. #Rememberance & Reflection.
The Owens Family
Bernard Oliver
June 16, 2017
The spirit of some will stay with us always.
I recall encountering Bill amongst the new group of Freshman that had convened in the lounge of the upper class Meridian Hill residence hall at Howard University. To witness Bill and his classmate gather and engage in banter and discussion was reminiscence of the time my Freshman classmates shared previously in that same space. The spark of wonderment and excitment which were reflected in Bill's eyes as he hilariously animated his account of a sports event will forever stick with me.
I pray that Bill's passion for life, and the joy that he inspired continues with those that he touched along his journey.
My brother will be missed..., but his spirit will never be forgotten.
Bernard Oliver
June 16, 2017
The spirit of some will stay with us always.
I recall encountering Bill amongst the new group of Freshman that had convened in the lounge of the upper class Meridian Hill residence hall at Howard University. To witness Bill and his classmate gather and engage in banter and discussion was reminiscence of the time my Freshman classmates shared previously in that same space. The spark of wonderment and excitment which were reflected in Bill's eyes as he hilariously animated his account of a sports event will forever stick with me.
I pray that Bill's passion for life, and the joy that he inspired continues with those that he touched along his journey.
My brother will be missed..., but his spirit will never be forgotten.
Teri Blount
June 16, 2017
So sorry to hear about the loss of my Howard University classmate...Bill was an amazing person, who always had a smile on his face...He will truly be missed... Praying that God will comfort the Taggart family during this most difficult time...Rest In Paradise Bill...#HU 4 LIFE...
MaKisha Callaham
June 16, 2017
My condolences to the Taggart family. Bill and Elizabeth was everything to Lydia Taggart. Continuous prayers to Elizabeth and the Taggart family.
Shelitha Mills
June 16, 2017
The Mills family express our sincere condolences to the Taggart family. Bill was a great person and will be truly missed.
Condolences
Edward K Bass III MD
June 15, 2017
My Howard brother. Who would have known our last meeting at Falcons vs Buccaneers 2016 game would have been our last meeting. Our condolences to your family and friends. Bison/Tiger forever! EK Bass III MD HU84 MSM 93.
Patricia Varnell
June 15, 2017
May God bless and keep His loving arms of protection around the immediate and extended family, friends, and those close, to Bill Taggart. He was loved and appreciated and will be missed all.
June 15, 2017
Love, peace and blessings to the Taggart Family... 'Billy the Tag Man' as we called him in IBM engineering school, was simply a beautiful person a gift from God to all mankind. May he rest in peace. -Ron Hayden (IBM)
June 15, 2017
To Elizabeth,
You have my condolences during the passing of your Dad.
June 15, 2017
God bless the extended family of William J. "Bill" Taggart. He was a man who had integrity.
W. & J. Parrish
Rusty Mills
June 15, 2017
My prayers are with Elizabeth, the Taggart Family, and all of the relatives and friends of the Taggart Family.
God WILL comfort you and strengthen you now and always!
Knowing Bill will always remain a blessing in and to my life. A man of God, a friend, a mentor, a role model, a fraternity brother, a former church member, a former colleague - A Blessing That Truly Made Everyone He Met A Better Person!
Thank You Lord for sharing William "Bill" Taggart with us all.
Leigh Knight
June 15, 2017
Truly a kind and gentle soul. Rest in eternal peace. My prayers are with the family.
JONATHAN FULLER
June 15, 2017
Sending prayers and condolences to the Taggart Family.
Sandra Hawes
June 14, 2017
My sincere condolences classmate! Gone too soon! You will surely be missed!I will always have our 35th class reunion memories!Rest in paradise my friend!
June 14, 2017
My condolences to his loving family. May our heavenly father bring comfort and peace. Mathew 5:4
Valda Adams
June 14, 2017
May you rest in peach and God be with your family during these times.
Darius Walker
June 14, 2017
To be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord. I have known William Bill Taggart for over 50 years. Our families grew up together in Adamsville. I have many fond memories of my friend. He was in my wedding party. My prayers go out to the Taggart family and especially his daughter Elizabeth and Wonya Lucas. I will miss my dear friend but I shall always remember his smile and encouraging words. I know my friend was a man of faith and had given his life to the Lord and for that I take comfort. Rest well my friend. I thank and praise God for you always.
Desiree Pedescleaux
June 14, 2017
My prayers are with the Taggart family and Morehouse College. Rest in peace, President Taggart.
June 14, 2017
Wonya Lucas,
You have my condolences during the passing of your partner Bill Taggart.
City
June 14, 2017
To Elizabeth,
You have my deepest condolences on the passing of your father.
June 14, 2017
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will miss you.
To be absent from the body is to present with the Lord.
Rest in Peace Bill Taggart.
June 14, 2017
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Kelvin Ford
June 14, 2017
My sympathy and condolences to the Taggart family.
June 14, 2017
Sending warm hugs to sweet Elizabeth from her art teacher. I'm here if you need to talk or want to drop in on a yoga class.
Love,
Ms. Lee
Woodward Academy LS
Woodward Academy
June 14, 2017
Our prayers are with Elizabeth and her family.
Kim Lucas
June 13, 2017
To Wonya Lucas and the Taggart Family,
Thinking of you and lifting you up in prayer. Peace be with you all.
G. Rich
June 13, 2017
Deepest sympathy for your loss. God comforts those who mourn, may he comfort and stregthen the family during this most difficult time - Matthew 5:4.
Ana Williams
June 11, 2017
I am saddened by the news of hearing of the death of Bill. I am sorry for your loss Wonja. My prayers and thoughts are with you and his family.
Ana Williams.
Bobby L. Fuse, Jr. "74
June 11, 2017
My deep condolence to the Taggart Family and to the Morehouse College Tribe. May the Holy Spirit comfort us one and all.
William Arzt
June 11, 2017
Bill was a man dedicated to God and mission for the benefit of others. He was a dedicated leader in higher education at FSA, and a successful financier. Morehouse and his daughter Elizabeth had very special places in his heart. He was taken to eternal rest early, and his presence will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and working with Bill. God bless Bill's family and I pray for their strength in their time of grief.
Peter Korman
June 11, 2017
William "Bill" Taggart was a Big Person, in stature, in intellect, in heart. A true leader, wonderful person, good friend and adorable. A man worthy of adoration. Truly, his life was a gift to so many, including to me.
Stefanie and I share with Bill's daughter and family the grief of his loss. Bill's memory will always be a blessing.
J P
June 10, 2017
To the family and friends please accept my condolences know that the God of all comfort feel your pain and sorrow.Isaiah 61:1,2 reads:He sent me (Jesus Christ) to bind up the broken hearted and to comfort all who mourn.
VALERIE J WEEMS (Morehouse College)
June 10, 2017
IT IS WITH GREAT SADNESS AND A HEAVY HEART THAT I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE TAGGART AND MOREHOUSE COLLEGE FAMILIES. I ONLY NEW PRESIDENT TAGGART A VERY SHORT TIME BUT HE LEFT A VERY PROMISING IMPRESSION ON ME. (A BREATH OF FRESH AIR) MAY THE LORD CONTINUE TO WRAP HIS COMFORTING ARMS AROUND THE ALL OF US. CONTINUE TO REST IN PEACE MR. PRESIDENT.
Wilson
June 10, 2017
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
Wylma Blanding
June 10, 2017
My prayers are with the Taggart family. May God wrap them in the shelter of His arms. As a giant in the Higher Education, his legacy is everlasting through the many lives he touched. May he rest in peace.
Martha Kanter
June 10, 2017
My heart and prayers are for the Taggart family, Wonya and all of the extended family and friends who loved and worked with Bill. He lit up our lives as a leader, a man of vision and integrity, making the seemingly impossible happen. One quick example: through his tireless leadership in the federal government, he increased by 50% from 6 million to 9 million the number of students from low-income communities to go to college, just in a few short years. He will be remembered as an American hero.He never wavered or faltered, always putting his family first. A man of God truly.
June 10, 2017
William 'Bill' Taggart was a man of distinguished humanity. It was an honor and Blessing to be able to work with him. I pray that the Taggart family and Lucas family (Wonya) can find peace in God's grace to bring comfort, the courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Bertrice Wyatt
Morehouse College
BILL AND CARLA LUCAS WHITESIDE
June 10, 2017
Our prayers are with the Taggart family during this most difficult time. To our niece Wonya our prayers and constant thoughts are with you. Uncle Bill and Aunt Carla
R Young
June 10, 2017
May your hearts find comfort from God who understands and cares. He heals the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn. With heartfelt sympathy.
The Milner Family
June 10, 2017
My condolences to the Taggart family may the God of comfort be with you at this distressing time.
June 9, 2017
From my first encounter with Bill until my last one just 3 weeks ago, I remain in awe of his confidence, humility, intelligence, humor, warmth and grace to others. "Dollar Bill" Taggart was always comfortable in his own skin. He also had a unique quality that was so inclusive--making everyone feel as though they belonged, and had a special place with him. We will miss his easy smile, gregarious ways and tall majesty that made him stand out in every crowd, and made us proud to be connected to him. He was a real hero and friend. Our prayers and support go out for Elizabeth and the Taggart family, and we thank you for sharing such a wonderful man with the world. Very respectfully,
Mark Washington
Washington, DC
Bonita L. Jackson-Stewart
June 9, 2017
Our Condolences to the family of "Bill Taggart" may he rest in peace.
June 9, 2017
my deepest condolences to the Taggart family. you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth m. brady
charlotte, north carolina
June 9, 2017
I am so sorry for the taggart family. my heart goes out to you, especially his daughter Elizabeth.
Elizabeth m brady
John Herbert
June 9, 2017
Our condolences to Bill Taggart's family.
The Herbert Family
Dwight Ward
June 9, 2017
We all had "neighborhood heroes" growing up. They were usually the older dudes that we looked at in awe. Bill was one of those dudes in our little corner of the Baker Hills Community in the Adamsville section of Southwest Atlanta. Little did I know that his leadership and fine example would last throughout my life. Farewell to my neighborhood, elementary school, college, and fraternity brother hero. I pray that God's peace showers his family, friends, and loved ones as his soul is now at rest with the Heavenly Father!
Gerard Gibbons
June 9, 2017
Bill, Our relationship spanned more than 20 years. You were a close friend, mentor and someone I could always count on. I appreciate the time we had together and pray your family finds comfort in this time of sorrow. I will miss you!
Joan ( Schenkel) Fee
June 9, 2017
I am sorry for your loss Wonya. William was a great man. So blessed to have known him a graduated with him.My prayers and thoughts are with you and you family.
Sonya Weaver
June 9, 2017
Although I have never attended Morehouse College, I am saddened by the news of hearing of the death of Mr. Taggert. I pray God's strength can hover over the family at this difficult time. I read about Mr. Taggert in the AJC this morning. Again, I'm sorry for the sudden loss.
Belinda Taggart-Huff
June 8, 2017
My condolences to Bill Taggart's family and friends.
R. I. P.
Clara Johnsen
June 8, 2017
J M
June 8, 2017
May God be with the family during this time of bereavement.
Jacqueline Harrell
June 8, 2017
May the Love of God surround his family during this diffult time.
June 8, 2017
Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. Seek the love and support God provides to help you cope during this time - Psalms 29:11
Mrs.Ruby (Morehousecollege Chick fil A)
June 8, 2017
May God keep the family in perfect peace.
Robert Jeffress
June 8, 2017
So sorry to hear of President Taggert's passing. It appears he would have been a great leader. Prayers go out to his family.
June 8, 2017
I am heartbroken and shocked at this loss. I never met President Taggart but from all accounts, he was such a good man. My prayers for his family and my Morehouse family during this time.
June 8, 2017
I am deeply saddened by Bill's transition. When I think of Bill I think of his smile, confidence, sincerity and love for Wonya Lucas. A gentle giant.
Rhonda Matheison
Gerald Myles
June 8, 2017
Your leadership, has proven to be great it is now a legacy. Rest In Peace Mr.William
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