William T. Taylor Jr.

William "Tommy" Thomas Taylor Jr., 29, of Scottdale, passed away at 11:35 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, in East Huntingdon Township. Tommy was born Nov. 16, 1992, in Mt. Pleasant, a son of Jennifer Trout, of Scottdale, and the late William Thomas Taylor. Tommy was a devoted son and a graduate of Southmoreland High School, Class of 2012. He worked as a laborer for many years in a variety of jobs, including lawn care and yard maintenance, cleaning services and construction. He had a contagious smile that was able to lift your spirit. He was deeply loved by his friends and family. He will live on in memory by his loving family: his mother, Jennifer Trout, of Scottdale; brother, Willie Trout; sister, Katelyn Taylor; grandmother, Donna Trout; aunts, Julie Miller, Jody Kepple and Jill Loucks; and many cousins. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Trout, of Scottdale. Personalized arrangements are under the professional supervision of the ROBERT B. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 105 Spring St., Scottdale (www.fergusonfunerals.com). Family and friends are invited to a "celebration of life" bonfire in honor of Tommy at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. The family may be contacted for further details. Memorials may be made to the funeral home to assist the family. Love Lasts Forever!