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1933
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2019
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Donald Taylor Obituary
Dec. 11, 1933 - Nov. 30, 2019
Donald (Don) Patrick Taylor, age 85, passed away peacefully on Saturday November 30, 2019, at Tidewell Hospice House in Sarasota, Florida. He was born December 11, 1933 in Binghamton, NY to Anna and James Taylor, the youngest of six children who have all predeceased his death: John Taylor, William Taylor, Rita Marie Savage, Robert Taylor and James J. Taylor. Don is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jacquelyn A. Taylor, four children and their spouses: Kevin and Melissa Taylor, Leslie and Tom Goida, Steven and Maureen Taylor, and Gregory Taylor; six grandchildren: Stevie Marie Goida, Leigh Jose (and husband Jeremy) and Brody Taylor, Hannah Taylor and Ryan Taylor and Christopher Walsh; sister in-law Helen Taylor, brother in-law J.R. Hamilton and his wife Mary; many nieces and nephews; and close family friend Mark Bowers.
Don is a veteran of the Navy serving during the Korean War. He is a member of Local #8 Bricklayers Union in Binghamton, NY and owned and operated Consolidated Masonry for over 35 years. Don was an avid golfer, dog lover, and infamous Phase 10 skipper. He loved to watch golf and other sports.
A memorial service will be held at Toale Brothers Funeral Home, 40 North Orange Avenue Sarasota, FL 34236 on Friday, 12/6/19 at 10:30AM.
Donations may be made to Tidewell Hospice House online at tidewellhospice.org or by mail to Tidewell Hospice, Philanthropy Department, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238. The family wishes to thank all of the staff and volunteers at Tidewell for their time and care in making Don's last days comfortable.
Condolences may be made at www.toalebrothers.com.
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December 10, 2019
Dear Jacki - So very sorry to hear of Don's passing. It's ben many years since our last meeting, but the memories I have of that "long ago" are all good ones. Peace - Cally Pletl
BarbaraJean Ligi
December 7, 2019
I'll miss you Donald P. I watched you build Helen & Bob's house, and I saw you on scaffolding laying concrete block for a warehouse addition I worked on. We always had that construction connection, and we could talk about how things went together; right or wrong. You always showed interest in what was going on in my life, and when you met Alan when he and I started dating (you were about 45 at the time) you took interest in who he was. Looking back, I can only think that you had your family in mind, and wanted the best for them and their future. You were a true family man. Your children were blessed to have you, and Aunt Jackie's wonderful laugh was a sign that she was happy in her life with you. What a gift. Thanks for all the memories of growing up because of all the Taylors. Till we meet again, Uncle Don, you are forever in my heart.
December 7, 2019
Aunt Jackie I am so sorry I couldn't be there for you .I wish we could of come down . Hope you know if you need anything that we can help you with ,please ask . Love Mike and Lori Taylor
Robert Markoff
December 5, 2019
Steven so sorry for your loss, your father was a good man and will be missed
Bob Markoff
Nancy Lee
December 4, 2019
Jackie, Kevin, Leslie, Steve, Maureen, Greg, Chris and your families,
I am so sorry to hear that Don has passed. We always enjoyed golfing with you & Don on Friday nights at Ford Hill. He seemed far younger than his years. He must have been a great dad and grandfather, to help raise such a wonderful family. Wishing you all comfort in your loss.
Nancy & Bill Lee
John Taylor
December 4, 2019
Our condolences go out to Aunt Jackie and cousins Kevin, Leslie, Steve, and Greg. Uncle Don will be missed by many. I have so many wonderful childhood memories of fun times spent at your beautiful home Don built on the hill. My first memory of Uncle Don was when he married the love of his life Aunt Jackie. Their reception was at my Mom and Dad's house. I was only two years old, but somehow remember. Maybe it was the bathtub full of ice and beverages! Rest in peace, Don.
December 3, 2019
My condolences to the Taylor Family.
Denise Masciarelli
December 3, 2019
We are so sad that Uncle Don has passed away. He and Aunt Jackie hosted our wedding reception on a beautiful June Day. Our condolences and big hugs go to all my cousins and Aunt Jackie. May he rest in peace.Love, Maryann and Chuck.
Helen Taylor
December 2, 2019
So many great memories our family shared with yours, countless Christmas's,weddings, graduations,summer parties, and the list goes on. Don did the brick on our house and lost the keys to your house and the car keys down behind the brick, never to be seen again. My love and prayers to all of you. My heart breaks for all of you and I am so sad that I won't be able to get to the service.
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