John Alfred Taylor

John Alfred Taylor, 92, of Washington, died Saturday, October 7, 2023, in the Washington Hospital.

He was born September 12, 1931 in St. Louis, Mo.

Dr. Taylor was a graduate of Southeast Missouri State University, where he obtained his bachelor's degree, and the University of Iowa where he received both his graduate and doctoral degrees, and where he was active in the Writers' Workshop.

He was a professor of English and Creative Writing at Washington & Jefferson College, from where he retired in 1995. He was also an accomplished, published author.

John was a passionate writer of science fiction and horror. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany.

On August 20, 2004, he married Mary E. Baker. Mrs. Taylor survives.

Surviving are a brother, William (Leah) Taylor of Be'er Sheva, Israel; along with six stepchildren, Whitney, Greta, Jay, Jack, Hilary and Nick; eight step- grandchildren, two step- great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

All services will be private.

Those wishing to make a donation in John's memory are encouraged to donate to the English Department at Washington and Jefferson College, 60 S. Lincoln Street, Washington, PA 15301.

Condolences may be expressed at www.piattandbarnhillfh.com. Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Directors, Inc., Charles R. Piatt, owner/supervisor and Andrew C. Piatt, director.