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Junius Taylor Obituary
Junius Edward Taylor passed away at the age of 84 on April 4, 2020, at home with his family by his side. Junius was born Dec. 11, 1935, in Creedmoor, North Carolina, to Virginia and Victor Taylor. After graduating from Hawley High School, he served in the U.S. Army and attended Fisk University, Michigan State University and Purdue University. Junius was an electrical engineer by trade who prided himself on his work and had several patents to his name. He was a classically trained pianist who studied at a conservatory while stationed in Germany with the Army. He instilled in his children a love of music and often played his baby grand piano for his loved ones at home. He was a warm, compassionate person who cared deeply about the people around him, and was in turn beloved by those who knew him.
Junius is survived by his wife, Amy; his children, Chad and Chere; his stepsons, Jeremy and David; his brother Clarence and his sisters Frances and Vicky; and seven grandchildren, Erica, Thea, Violet, Essie, Xander, Charlotte and Henry. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Doris and his brother John. Junius's family will hold a memorial service for him at an appropriate time.
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Jim tuinstra
April 30, 2021
I have very fond memories of Junius when we were both students at MSU The entire dorm enjoyed his piano playing. Four of us would regularly go out Thursday evening for a couple beers after an evening of studies
Fran Bernier
April 30, 2021
Junius was humble, bright, talented person who earned the respect and friendship of many during our days as Michigan State undergraduates. A difference maker in his own quiet way.
Chere Evans
June 7, 2020
Bill Thomasson
May 30, 2020
To Amy and the family, I am very sorry to hear about Junius' passing. Junius and I were good friends and colleagues for many years when we both worked at SEBRA. We travelled together on many occasions visiting customers and suppliers.
Junius was the most brilliant engineers I have ever had the occasion to work with. He often used his math skills to teach theory to customers who often were reluctant to believe in the systems he developed. He was a master.
I want to wish each of you condolences from my wife and I for your loss. We hope we will know when his memorial is as we would love to attend.
Bill and Debi Thomasson
Chere Evans
April 19, 2020
My father was a wonderful man, gentle, sweet caring and patient. I know that sounds like the usual flattery we give to those who have passed on but in his case it was true. He was a unique individual, musically gifted and had a love for mathematics but he was never condescending. Through him I learned to love and accept the parts of me that are also unique and special. There will never again be another Junius Edward Taylor. I love you, daddy.
My father and his granddaughter Erica.
Chere Evans
April 18, 2020
Tracy & Patty PoppBillieu
April 17, 2020
Love you forever my gentle giant!
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