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Scott Taylor

1944 - 2016

Scott Taylor obituary, 1944-2016, Las Cruces, NM

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1944

DIED

2016

Scott Taylor Obituary

Scott K. Taylor, age 71, passed away on October 20, 2016, after a long illness. He was born in Oxnard, CA, on December 1, 1944, grew up in Mesilla Park, attended Las Cruces High and NM State University, and was a long time resident of Socorro. He was preceded in death by parents, Eileen and JR Taylor, and brother, Patrick J. (Brigitte) Taylor. He is survived by Julian M. (Linda) Taylor, Denise K. (Gary) Peterson, Mary S. (Chet) Gourley, and Julie A. (Robert) Steuer, nieces and nephews. As a member of the US Army, Scott served in the 9th Infantry Division (Mobile Riverine Force), Mekong Delta, Viet Nam, in 1967-1968, and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for heroism in combat. He is remembered by his family and friends as a loving and generous son, brother, uncle, and true friend. Scott will be missed by all those who knew him. At his request, a private memorial service will be held by family members. Blessed be his memory.

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Published by Las Cruces Sun-News on Mar. 5, 2017.

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Kiyoka Scharle

February 27, 2021

I'm very sorry for your loss. I grew up with Socorro. My sisters and I called uncle cotty. We went to his house everything Sunday. He taught me how to drive. I remind him driving into a brunch of brushes and said ok, now you drive and get out of this. He tried to put me into any situation he could think of.

Karen sultemeier

September 28, 2017

I hope to became friends to the Taylor family. Karen Sultemeier God bless

Kiyoka Scharle

September 28, 2017

Scotty, I have know you since I was a little kid. He became family, we all called him uncle cotty. Do anyone know how to get ahold of Mike or Chad?

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Karen Sultemeier sultemeier

September 24, 2017

Karen Sultemeier marbletexas...my soul mate till the end of time l will always love you Scott Taylor ...

March 9, 2017

To Scott Taylor's family, I was a roommate of scott when he went to NMSU. We had great times at the apartment and at Corbett center. Going to miss you my friend.

Paul Forsyth

March 5, 2017

Mike and Julie I am sorry for your loss. I used to go visit Scott in Socorro. His wit and dry sense of humor will always be remembered. I remember working with him in the early 70's and the connection on West street. RIP my friend. No more pain.

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