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Taylor Neuman Obituary

Taylor Elliot Neuman, 18, of Scottsdale, passed away on August 12, 2007. Survived by his father, Henry Neuman; mother, Victoria Neuman; brother, Adrian and sister Lilly; grandfather, Frank Neuman; grandmother, Mary Neuman. Services will be held on Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 12:30PM, Green Acres Mortuary, 401 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, AZ

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Aug. 15, 2007.

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Chip

August 9, 2024

Thinking of you and your dad today.

Kimberly Klotz Zappoli

August 9, 2022

Always and Forever in my heart!
Thoughts of family and friends.
XOXO

Chip Latham

August 9, 2021

Thinking of you and your dad today. You are both missed so much.

Kimberly Zappoli

August 9, 2020

Always in my heart! Let's dance again in heaven Taylor! Love to your family

Adrian Collado Minkin

August 5, 2008

Hello Taylor,
I miss you! I love you. I will never forget you. I liked when we played Xbox together and when we went to the pool together and when you came to France to visit us. Big kisses, see you later,

your favorite brother,
Adrian

lily collado minkin

July 29, 2008

taylor,I miss you alot i relly hade fun whit you,you can imagine how i miss you i really miss how you hive me kises but your still in my heard and you still see ous onw day i'l be whit you just nex to you kises from:your sisther

Chip L

June 30, 2008

"yogurt shop" and "the moon" will always remind me of the innocence that was always taylor. rip my friend.

Kimberly zappoli

March 13, 2008

Taylor your song came on today and a smile came over me. "do you think I'm crazy" is the theme of the song... LOL. We all are and we miss you so very much. Your mom is surounded by wonderful loving people and your father as well. Your light is in us all and I miss you. Forever I will remember our dance!
God bless you
Lovingly, Kimberly

henry neuman

October 11, 2007

My beloved Taylor,

You were the sunshine of my life, and many others as well. Your energy and love will continue to grace the lives you have touched. Your last request to me will be granted, and you shall remain irreplacable in my world. Love, Dad

Mary Laird

October 3, 2007

How precious and fragile life is and how terribly sad it is when a young person is plucked too early.
I remember when Tory was pregnant with Taylor, and as he grew so did his fascination with cars..he knew every model of every car!
He was an old soul in a young boys frame and quite an interesting engaging kid who could be put in any social situation and meet new people. Spending alot of time with adults he had a maturity about him and was comfortable with people not his age. I watched his progress into young adulthood.
We shared many wonderful, happy times together as families and I have such good memories of all those times in CA, MX, Hornby, Vancouver, AZ.
I can't imagine the pain of losing a child. It is just too much to bear. How do you cope and carry on? You are an amazing woman, mother and friend, Tory Neuman, who has had to handle more than most of us can ever imagine in a lifetime.
You have my deepest respect and admiration and an inner strength that is remarkable.
You are in my thoughts always.
I love you and send you big hugs.
Maria xxoo

Doug Alpern

October 2, 2007

Taylor,

I never got to know you well, only as a toddler, but knowing your mom is another matter. I met her way before you were born, at a time when she and I were truly emerging into our own identities. We became very close friends, and I have exceptionally fond memories of the many experiences we shared. It is this closeness to her, and the opportunity to see her blossom into the person who would become your mom, that gives me confidence in knowing you were privileged to share your life with her. You were born into love, caring and creativity, and you will have that with you always.

And Tory, you are always in my thoughts...

Helena Blättler

September 28, 2007

Today, in this world, Taylor would be 19 years old, born on wednesday, september 28th 1988!
Let's all hug him and wish him a Happy Birthday there were he is now. I'm sure he will enjoy.

Linda, Ric & Dane von Hurst

September 22, 2007

Henry,
Our hearts are breaking for you and your family. You have been through too much for one family to bear. We will keep our memories close to our hearts of when we met your handsome Taylor at the Journey concert in AZ, I still remember the warm hug he gave me and his beautiful smile. What an incredible son. We feel honored to have met him and looked forward to knowing him more. Life is not fair, he was too young, our hearts are aching for you Henry.Your pain must be unbearable, please know we are here for you and send our love to your entire family.

nicole pagel

September 21, 2007

henry, i'm so sorry to hear about your loss. even though there are a few thousands miles between us, please know that i will always listen and be there for you.
he will always be in our hearts and we will never forget him.
love nicole, milton, ma

Richard Bichlmaier

September 20, 2007

Taylor.
Energy never gets lost, only transformed.
You are a loot of very good power.
I know it will always be with the people you loved.
Thank you for letting me be part of your life

Elizabeth Rice

September 14, 2007

Taylor,
We shared many happy moments here in San Pedro, Nuevo Leon, Mexico with my family. I will always remember when you would play with my children, the piñatas, and weekends we would get together.
You will always be in our prayers and in our hearts.
God bless you forever,
Elizabeth Rice

Meredith Rice

September 6, 2007

Taylor,
You brought such joy to me, such great energy. I loved you when I met you. You reminded me of myself. I was looking forward to spending time with you this winter in Arizona. You were too young. I'm so sorry little brother. I will be missing you until we meet again. I love you.

Samantha witham

September 4, 2007

Taylor Elliot Neuman,
I cant beleive your gone out of my life. The best person entered just as soon as left. But i want to thank you for all the great times we had together. My life goes out to you. Always and forever.
Love Sammy.

Rebecca, Ashley, Burleigh Arnold

September 3, 2007

Tori:

You've had to bear too much grief in such a short time in your, young life.

May our words, at the loss of Taylor, provide you with some comfort; and,let you know that you are in our thoughts.

Tori, our lovely friend, life is sometimes similar to a burning candle, and provide glow for a long, long, time. And sometimes, unfortunately, the candle of life, burns only for a short time; however during this short time, it sometimes provides a distinguished, very bright, glowing, illumination for everyone it touches.

Taylor's life was definitely, the latter. His time was far too short; but his brightness, glowed brightly, and lovingly and touched so many of us who knew him.

It is our enduring hope, Tori, that this message will help provide healing for you--- in time--- for your great loss; and that you will also have many, loving, memories of Taylor.

May the God of us all restore in you---in time---all the majesty and beauty that life can offer.

We love you Tori,

Rebecca, Ashley, and Burleigh Arnold

Sharon Kennedy

August 28, 2007

Taylor I remember when I first met you, you were so polite and caring. My heart goes out to your family. You were a great joy to know.

Maria C.C.

August 27, 2007

Taylor, i can remeber all those days we spent together playing around when we were little kids in monterrey mexico. You were my best friend, and the person i ended up falling in love. It was really hard for me to hear what happened to you. It broke my heart to know that i would never be able to talk to you again. Everyday that passes by i remember you. I think about you and all those great times we had. I know you are in a great place now. All i was was that i could have said goodbye, but all i can do right now is be strong. I said things to you that i really regret saying to you, and know i can change things, and i wish i could just let you know you meant a lot to me. It was so easy to fall in love, and i was able to give you my heart just by seeing you. You were just learning about life, and it was so hard, and im suffuring so much because this. I will always love u and remember you

Adam Minkin

August 23, 2007

Taylor, You will always be remembered for your entertaining and engaging nature, smiling at everything and everyone with a fun and playful attitude we all have inside but wish we had as much as you ...

(c:

Taylor is lightning candles for those who are gone

Helena Blaettler

August 23, 2007

Do you remember Taylor when we where visitng a very little church in the Swiss Alps and you asked what the candles are for? I explained that they are like a prayer for those who are gone, an eternal light. you where so enthusiastic about this tradition and also wanted to light a candle, but of course, so generous that you lit nearly all of them. Now I will light your candle and hope it will brighten your jurney.
See you later, hugs

Mary Minkin

August 22, 2007

Tory-

You are in our thoughts and prayers.
We love you and know that your strength and love for Taylor, that will never dimished, will guide you through these troubled times.

Auntie Mary

Virginia Martinez

August 22, 2007

Hello Tory
I dont find any words to express my feeling and thoughts just remember I love you and love Taylor, In my Prays and in my thoughts always..Big Hug Vicky

Natalie Llontop

August 22, 2007

Taylor,
I am in such shock to hear this news, all I can do is cry but i will always remember those great times at BCA, you were in my peer group, always there to comfort me, you are still to me that awesome innocent kid that I could relate to in some strange way when others couldn't. I hope you are in peace, You will stay in my heart forever sweety. And to the family, I give my condolences.

Shane Gilbert

August 22, 2007

Taylor,
I'll never forget the day I found out you were coming to BCA. I was so excited to know that you were going to be my little brother. I remember moving you in and getting you settled in the dorm. Although our time was short, it was fun. I couldn't have asked for a better Little Bro. I miss you Taylor, and one day I'll see you again.

Ana María Flores

August 21, 2007

Tory,
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Know that we love you and Taylor and he was a gifted young person with a wonderful spirit. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
We love you, Anita, Alo and Eli.

rick phillips

August 21, 2007

Taylor, i remember the last year seeing you in arizona, you are one special person. i miss you taylor, i know you are up in heaven now, in good hands.. i remember the talks we had on the phone, last year, everything.. you are a bright shining star in heaven talyor, may god bless you in every way..

Kim Parsons

August 21, 2007

Tory,
I never had the chance to meet Taylor but I know he was a special. Not just because of all the great things I have heard about him but also because he was a product of such and beautiful person. You are the most amazing woman I have had the pleasure of knowing and my heart aches for you during this time. Like Taylor and most people who have had the pleasure of knowing you, I love you! For what you have taught me in life, for everything you stand for, and for just being you. Please know that Taylor had the best mother anyone could ask for and that he will be well looked after in heaven. He is never far from you. Always -Kim

Debra Brimhall Pearson

August 21, 2007

Tory,
I love you!I am so sorry!I so wish I could steal this pain away from you!Now it is time to build a new relationship with Taylor in the new diminsion he is in. It will be harder to do with your eyes closed than it was when you could do it with your eyes open in this diminsion, but I know you can do it. Let me hold you, let me wipe away your tears, let me help you see the rainbows again when you are ready. Always yours, Debra
PS Remember all of us piling in my Expedition and going to Khols Ranch, or how about the lazer tag and horseback riding with both our boys and all the guys from Zeuqram. GOOD MEMORIES! Thank you for sharing Taylor with us.

Wendy Benson

August 21, 2007

My first memory of you is as a little boy with an olive on every finger...oh, how you grew...but you were always that playful little boy with olives on your fingers...so full of wonderment and energy. I was so fortunate to get to know you. I remember guacamole in the kitchen and dancing in the living room. You always knew the latest on pc's, ipods, phones...you name it. When I would get in a car with you I would get a personal tour of all the bells and whistles. I loved to hear you speak in Spanish...what an impressive young man! I remember the road trip to Mexico. You and Cain wandered off...so independent and resourceful. So loving...one of the few people who gave a real hug. I'll miss those hugs...but you…you will be a part of me forever. Thank you for teaching me so many things...some I am still learning.

Love,
Wendy

William Ramos

August 21, 2007

Dear Tory,

There are few words that can comfort you in your berevement however let me say for the record that Taylor in the short period of time that we got to know him touched all our hearts. I was impressed by his zest for life and his positive quest to acheive. I often planned to get together and go target practice with him but schedules both his and mine got in the way. I suppose now it will have to wait till we are in heaven. I pray for his departed soul and leave you with the thought that one day we will all be together again for eternity. All our love,

The Ramos Family

George Olivas

August 21, 2007

These are Taylor Neuman creative writings written on Tuesday April 11, 2006

1-Castles in the Sky
Castles in the Sky are your foundations for your dreams and your life. You need to put all your work under those foundations. Whatever castles you have you should build under them so it will not fall apart.

2-Trust
Trust is important in life. You always have to be honest in your life and once you tell a lie you have to build your trust back with the person who you lied to. So a word of advice. DON'T LIE

3-Dreams
Dreams are your imaginations, dreams are your life. Follow your dreams to achieve what you want to in life. You can have as many dreams as you want but you can pursue every dream that you have in your entire life. So give it a shot and follow the ladder that is woven with dreams.

4- “Think outside the box.”

kayleen minkin

August 20, 2007

I loved him very much he was a nice guy with good intentions i will never forget the few memories we shared together, especially the ones at Nanas house!

I know that you are in a better place now, watching over us.

I cant wait for the day we see each other again.

<33333333kayleen (your cousin)

Susan Murphy

August 20, 2007

Victoria, How can I not smile when I think of Taylor, helping us with the impossible task of cleaning up that ridiculous camper? He was always there; always trying to figure out a way to help. Maybe now he'll have more tools for that unearthly job. Even when he was driving us nuts, he was always angelic.

My heart goes out to you. Love, Murph

Adrian and Janiell Vashon

August 20, 2007

Victoria,
We feel honored to have met Taylor and spend the little bit of time that he was here sharing lifes experiences. You are a great friend and we will do anything we can to help you through this. Please let us know what we can do. Taylor has a truly gifted spirit. We will always remember him. Tory you are always in our thoughts. You too are very gifted.
Love Adrian and Janiell

Victoria Neuman

August 20, 2007

Taylor,

My son, my bright shining star, forever you remain in my heart with your grand arms cloaking my shoulders. I will keep laughing with you and stay the strong Mother that you always appreciated and treated with respect. I will do all I can for your brother and sister who's love will continue for you. We all keep you close to us and now ask for your guidance. Thank you for all the special times we shared! Love, your mother

Betty Rybenstien

August 19, 2007

I knew Taylor through George's love, admiration and respect of him. I am sorry that I didnt get the chance to meet such a special young man. I am sorry for the loss of his family and friends, but he will live in your hearts forever, and I know that talking about him always brought a smile to George's lips and I think thats the case for all that knew him. My heart goes out to all of you. Taylor is now in a place where hurt and pain doesnt exsist,he left behind many friends,but he will live in you always...

salma seif

August 17, 2007

Tailor, though ive never know him personally, but what i heard from my friend George Olivas made me to write this special prayer `` May God bless you all for your loss``

Rest in peace

Taylor had a plan!

George Olivas

August 17, 2007

Taylor was the most creative young man I ever met, he could do anything he set his mind to, and every second of life was always a new learning adventure. Taylor shared his life experiences with all the people he met. I am blessed to have been a part of Taylor’s life; he is now in a newer dimension where he will continue his new journeys. This is one of Taylor’s quotes called “Passage in Life” written by him on April 11, 2006
“One, you need to know where you are going in life. Two, you need to know what you want to achieve in life, and three you need to have a plan to get to where you want to go in life.”
“Life lesson 101”
Taylor had a plan!

C.J. Rimmer

August 16, 2007

Oh what good times we used to have, on the back patio and driving around doing nothing. I will miss you your special quirkiness. That is what made you unique buddy. Watch over us and may the rays of light cover and warm you from now on.


CJ

aaron

August 15, 2007

Im so sorry to hear about taylor. i went to school with him for a little while at alc before he graduated. i didnt know him too well but what i did know he was a nice caring guy. you will be missed by all who knew u taylor. rest in peace

Tony Valenzuela

August 15, 2007

Taylor, May you rest in peace my friend. We are going to miss you.

Helena Blaettler

August 15, 2007

Taylor, I will always remember the good time we spent together and how much you made me laugh. I will miss you, but it comforts me to know that you have more than only one guardian angel as companions. My thoughts are with you.

friend

August 14, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was very young and will be missed. May God bless you all for your loss. Our deepest condolences.

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