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John Taylor Obituary
Born December 1, 1956 in Seattle, Washington. Preceded in death by parents, Clarence Taylor and Geraldyne Duffy Taylor.
Survived by son, John Michael Taylor; sisters: Christine M. Beyers (Ken), Sally M. Meier (Joe), Lori S. Taylor; brothers: Daniel Taylor (Sharon), Stephen L. Taylor, Ronald D. Taylor, Robert P. Taylor; nieces: Ceciley, Julia, Cerena, Sarah, Susan; nephews: Brennan, Andrew, Ian, Jamie, Christopher; grand-nieces and grand-nephews: Erin, Shane, Noa, Mazie, Jonah, Hank, Lily.
Visitation Wednesday, December 15, 2021, 9:30 am -11:00 am. Funeral Mass to follow at 11:00 am. All at St. Henry Catholic Church.
Burial to follow at Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens (Garden of Grace), 9090 Hwy 100, Nashville, TN 37221.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Henry Catholic Church or to the charity of your choice.
Flowers may be sent to the funeral home by Tuesday afternoon or to the church Tuesday afternoon or Wednesday morning.
Harpeth Hills Funeral Home, 9090 Hwy 100, Nashville, Tn 37221.
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Sandra Paschall
December 28, 2021
This is the note I wrote for John the morning December 5th- prior to hearing about the accident.
Sandra Paschall
December 28, 2021
Mr. Taylor was a kind man. I went to deliver him a thank you note at the ER Valet when I heard the news. He made a difference and I wanted him to know. I am so sorry for your loss.
Layne Morales
December 15, 2021
I was surprised and saddened to hear the unfortunate news of John´s passing. We spent many hours together at work talking about life and the world around us. I missed him from the first day he wasn´t there at work.
Bryan Rust
December 15, 2021
John was a great friend to me during my years in Nashville. We shared many laughs and good times at various ball games, road trips, and just talking in his office. He was a gentle soul and I will always remember his smile and laugh. My sympathy goes to all family members, and especially John Michael, whom I know he loved dearly. RIP John.
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William T. Wade
December 10, 2021
To John's Family,
I am sure no words of mine can assuage your grief, but I wanted you to know that I owe so very much to John. In early 1989, I entered his office at JC Bradford for a job interview. I was an inexperienced 20 year old with barely a high school education and a lousy resume, no experience, and no knowledge of finance. I was terribly nervous, and John immediately noticed that. As he looked at my resume (which consisted of bailing hay, cleaning horse stalls, and working in retail), he could tell I was embarrassed, and said, "Billy, just relax and tell me about yourself", followed by his distinctive, disarming, infectious, genuine laugh. Over the next hour +, he made me feel at ease, asked me about my experiences, family, and background. In the middle of the interview, he asked me pointedly, but good naturedly, "What, exactly, does Billy Wade bring to the table?".
A couple of weeks later, a job offer came in the mail. John saw something in me that frankly no one else, at that state in my young life, would have. Over the next 6 years, he was my boss, my friend, my mentor, and my biggest fan. He patiently trained me, stuck by me through my many mistakes, and put me on a path of success. He was kind, gentle, and understanding. He took a big chance on me, the result of which was a 30+ year career on Wall Street that is ongoing.
Again, I owe so much to John, and I'll never forget it. "What, exactly, do you bring to the table" is just one of the many lines he used that I'll never forget, and that I use to this day. And his sincere desire to bring out the best in me has had a profound effect on my career, a career that would never have been possible without him.
My heartfelt condolences for your loss, and may he Rest in Peace.
Sincerely,
BW
Kristen Bendheim
December 8, 2021
Deepest sympathies to your family. Many of us were in the park when this happened and I want to let you know collectively, John received love and support from so many of us at that time. He was not alone.
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