Taylor Joseph-Lorenz-Obituary

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Taylor Joseph Lorenz

Apr 10, 1993 - Jan 22, 2020 (Age 26)

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I too did not know Taylor but recently saw a video on the Gifts he chose to provide to others. What a marvelous caring man he must have been. His kindness will continue to live on with his generosity. God bless Taylor and his family and friends. He was a LIGHT in this world and will remain one in heaven.

I did not know you but you seem like you were a light in this world. Rest in peace. Heaven has another angel.

I didn't know you but you were a gem of a young man. May your soul rest in peace and may there be more people like you out there. To your family, please let him live on in your hearts.

Steve and Lora, I am so sorry for your loss of your son. Sending you my love and prayers at this most difficult time.

With our condolences from the Roesle family

Steve and Lora, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our love and prayers are with you and your family.

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss! You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Im so sorry for you loss. Taylor brought so much positive energy and joy to people. His memory will forever live on.

Obituary

Taylor Joseph's Obituary

Taylor Joseph Lorenz, 26, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care with his loving family by his side.

Taylor was born on April 10, 1993 in St. Joseph, Missouri, the youngest of three children to Stephen D. and Lora (Swafford) Lorenz.  He was a graduate of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, a 2011 graduate of Bishop LeBlond High School and received his bachelors degree in business from the University of Missouri and Columbia College.  

Taylor worked as Project Coordinator for Pioneer Material Incorporated since 2018 and had previously worked for Voices of Courage.

Taylor was a lifelong member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, a First Degree member of Knights of Columbus #571 and a member of Delta Upsilon Fraternity. 

Taylor loved watching and playing sports and was an avid fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Mizzou Tigers. Above all, family and friends were most important to him.  He was such a proud uncle and a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend to so many.  The lives he touched and impacted were many and he will be forever missed.

Taylor was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Gerald J. Lorenz and uncle, Stuart Wyeth.

Survivors include his parents of the home; brother, Brandon Lorenz (Katherine), St. Joseph, MO; sister, Anna Lee Lorenz, Nashville, TN; three nieces; Mara Collins; goddaughter, Mary Catherine and Marin Claire; paternal grandmother, Regina Lorenz; maternal grandparents, Thomas J. Swafford II and Dina Swafford; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Although Taylor's life story has been written and complete.  The story of his legacy is just getting started.  Taylor decided long ago to be an organ donor and many people will live on thanks to his unselfish desire to always help others in need.

Taylor's family would like to thank the amazing group of caregivers that worked so hard to try and save Taylor's life.  Your professionalism, care and love will never be forgotten by his family and you will be forever in our prayers.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM Tuesday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

A Parish Rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM Monday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, where the family will receive friends following until 8:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Bishop LeBlond High School or Voices of Courage.

 

 

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