He was born in Recife, Brazil, on Nov. 4, 1920 to Southern Baptist missionary parents, William Carey Taylor and Grace Sisco Taylor. Al Taylor had lived in Garden City for 47 years after moving there from Schnectady, where he worked for General Electric. A graduate of the Georgia Institute of Technology, he retired in 1995 after more than 50 years as an electrical engineer, the last 30 with Armor Elevator Company.

He leaves his wife, Jean; and their three children, Peter Lee Taylor of Del Mar, CA, Deborah Jean Taylor of Roslyn, and Julie Ann Taylor of Cambridge, MA. He is also survived by his two grandchildren, Jennifer Taylor of New York and Christina Taylor Dietrich of Madison, WI; and by his sister, Jean Taylor Nelson of Tonganoxie, KS. His other two sisters, Clara Taylor Wilson of Greenville, SC, and Betty Taylor Howard of Walkertown, NC, predeceased him.

The funeral was held Oct. 26 at the Fairchild Chapel in Garden City with cremation private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to: ACLD Circle of Commitment for Roslyn House, 807 South Oyster Bay Rd., Bethpage, NY 11714.

Family hour 1:30PM Saturday, January 7, 2006 from the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd., with funeral service commencing at 2PM. Eld. Alfonzo Howard officiating. Interment River Rest Cemetery, G-4413 Flushing Rd. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the funeral home 1:30PM Saturday.

Mr. Taylor now lies in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, and may be viewed from 1-8PM today.

Mr. Alfred Charles Taylor was born September 3, 1955 in Memphis, Tennessee, the son of Effie Mae Taylor. Alfred was a resident of Flint and graduated from Northwestern High School. He was employed with Meijer Stores.

Mr. Alfred Charles Taylor leaves to cherish his memory: 2 sisters, Anna Harrison and Linda Sue Taylor; 2 brothers, Ralph Taylor of Indiana, and Robert VanHook of Milwaukee, WI; 3 nieces, Darla Jones, Leatha Harrison and LaKeisha Lang; 5 nephews, Anthony D., John R., Jerome D., Daniel R. Taylor, and Brandon Lang; many other relatives and friends including special friends, Lola Nelson, Bernedine, and Meijers Associates and Management.

Mr. Alfred Charles Taylor was preceded in death by his mother, Effie Mae Taylor; step-father, Weaver VanHook.

(Published in The Flint Journal January 6, 2006)

Family hour 10AM Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 502 Leith St., with funeral service commencing immediately at 11AM. Pastor Louis H. Mays officiating. Interment Gracelawn Community Cemetery, G-4413 Flushing Rd. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 10AM Wednesday.

Mr. Taylor now lies in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd., and may be viewed from 2PM-8PM today.

Mr. Arthur Eugene "Art" Taylor was Born February 19, 1959 in Henning, Tennessee, the son of Sammie Lee and Katie Jean (Campbell) Taylor, Sr. In 1976, he moved to Flint and graduated from Flint Northern High School, "Class of 1978". "Art" attended U of M Flint and P.S.I. Institute in FL, earning a degree in auto mechanics. He was a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. "Art" was a loving devoted husband, father and son. He enjoyed fixing cars, traveling and especially enjoyed being with his family.

Mr. Arthur Eugene "Art" Taylor leaves to cherish his memory: loving wife, Maebell Breedlove-Taylor; children, Arthur, Jr., and Keisha Taylor, and LaTisha Breedlove, all of Flint; mother, Katie Jean (Campbell) Taylor; 6 sisters, Birddean (Greg) Blackwell, Cathy, Kitty Sue, Latoria, Deborah and Dewon Taylor; 6 brothers, Sammie, Joe (Barbara), John and Soloman, all of Flint, Jerry of TN, and Timothy (Tammy) Taylor of CA; mother-in-law, Mary Ann Breedlove of Flint; a host of other relatives and friends, including special friends Lenelle Posley, James Keith, James Johnson and Mr. and Mrs. Hobbs.

Mr. Taylor was preceded in death by his daughter, Shante; father, Sammie Lee, Sr.; and sisters, Margaret Taylor, and Carlas Coleman.

The family would like to express special thanks to the staff at Genesys Hospice, Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church and Family Worship Center Church families.

(Published in the Flint Journal May 9, 2006)

Family hour 1:30PM Friday, June 29, 2007 from the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd., with funeral service commencing immediately at 2PM, Min. George Powell officiating. Interment River Rest Cemetery, G-4413 Flushing Rd. Friend and pallbearers will assemble at the funeral home 1:30PM Friday.

Mrs. Taylor now lies in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, and may be viewed from 12Noon-8PM today.

Mrs. Barbara Taylor was born February 10, 1962 in Flint, MI, the daughter of Cecil Snell and Marjorie Johnson.

Barbara resided in the Flint area all her life. On March 22, 1986 she was united in marriage to Joe N. Taylor. To this union 2 children were born. She was employed at Mott Children Health Center for 11 years. She attended Ross Medical Education Center, where she graduated with her dental certificate C.D.A then R.D.A. Barbara also attended Baker College where she was working towards a degree in Radiology. Barbara loved doing Arts and Crafts and attending The Craft Shows. She also loved to dance and enjoyed special events with family and friends.

Mrs. Barbara Alane Taylor leaves to cherish her memory: loving husband of 22 years, Joe; daughter, Nishara of Flint; sons, Michael of Nashville, TN and Jarron of Flint; granddaughter, Deja; sister, Michele Patton; brothers, John (Sandra) Patton III, and Vincent (TuJuana) Patton, all of Flint; mother-in-law, Katie Taylor; special friends, Angel, Anette, Sharon, Paula, Didi, Tammy and John; a host of other relatives and friends to numerous to name.

Barbara was preceded in death by her dad, Cecil Snell; mom, Majorie Buyck; sister, Marjorie Fleming.

(Published in The Flint Journal June 28, 2007)

Funeral service will be held 2PM Wednesday, August 29, 2007 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Pastor Richard Brennan officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Visitation 5-8PM Monday, 11AM-3PM and 5-8PM Tuesday at the funeral home.

Mr. Taylor was born in Flint, Michigan on March 22, 1926. He served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He graduated from Central High School in Flint, and Radio Electronic Television School in Detroit.

Mr. Taylor completed a General Electric Factory Training Course in Theory, Operation & Maintenance of Color Television Receivers on June 26, 1957 and owned Taylor's Television Service from 1954 thru 1959. He received an honor award from AMF for 20 years of service as a repairman for bowling machines that set up the pins.

Mr. Taylor was a member of South Baptist Church and enjoyed singing in the choir. He loved to whistle and liked country and classical as well as gospel music.

Surviving are sisters, Mrs. Nadine Schell and husband George of Flint, Gwendolyn Jarrett of Swartz Creek, Norma Taylor of Flint, Patricia and Janet Taylor of Swartz Creek; nieces, Sandra Buxton and husband Reg Buxton of Naples, FL, Diana Jarrett of Knoxville, Tennessee; nephew, Roland Taylor and wife Hiroko of Chesapeke, VA; great-nephew, Jon Buxton and wife Dina of Ballwin, MO; great-great-niece, Heidi Buxton and husband Anthony Deluca of Naples, Florida; great-great-nieces, Stephanie Taylor of Chesapeake, VA, Cameron and Saffron of Naples, FL; great-great-nephews, Patrick and Sean of Ballwin, MO; cousin, Beverly Ellis and husband Don and family of Holly, MI, Jerry Nichols and wife Carol of Pontiac, MI.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Minnie V. Taylor in 1986 and Charles M. Taylor on 1975; brother, Kenneth G. Taylor in 1995 and Roland Taylor in 1999.

Special appreciation to employees at Fostrian Court Assisted Living. Your condolences may be shared with the family at www. swartzfuneralhomeinc.com

(Published in The Flint Journal August 27, 2007)

Viewing will be observed Tuesday, November 22, 2005 from 2PM to 7PM at Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd., Flint. Services are scheduled for 11AM Wednesday, November 23, 2005, Rev. Nelson Swinehart officiating.

Chester was born July 9, 1915 in Flint, Michigan. He attended Central High School, playing clarinet in the Central High School band. Following a tour of duty in the Armed Forces during WWII, he finally graduated from Beecher High School. He then attended GMI and worked at Fisher Body I, a proud member of U.A.W., Local 581, retiring after thirty years of faithful service.

Chester loved to read, his favorite subject material relating to the American Civil War. He loved all sports, especially softball. As a young man he pitched for an un-named, un-uniformed local team with brother "Stub"; brother-in-law and buddy, Johnny Poulsen, future nephew and life long friend, Harold Burns; buddy and catcher, "Shanney" Smith, who later died in WWII .

Chester loved God with all his heart, attending Genesee Avenue Free Methodist Church for many years. He was an active member of Faith Bible Baptist Church, Lapeer at the time of his death.

Chester touched many hearts with wisdom, humor and charm. He was friend and mentor to many. He always had time for anyone who needed an ear to listen.

Those loved ones left to cherish his memory include: sons, Charles and wife Linda Taylor of Deckerville, Gregory Taylor of Flint, Mark and wife Valle Taylor of Williamston, Chad and wife Linda Taylor of Dimondale; grandchildren, Robert, Tennille, Jesseca, Benjamin, Chad Lee, Jordan, Jarad and great granddaughter, Chloe. Also surviving his loss are his beloved and faithful wife, Elsie Bugbee Taylor, the love of his life; step-daughters, Patricia Bugbee Johnson of Poplar Bluff, Missouri and Laraine Bugbee Grosvenor of Flint; niece, Jean Ione Burns and husband Harold of Flint; nieces, Linda and Sandy; true friend and comforter, nephews, Robert "Bob" Thurlow of Davison; dear and thoughtful friends, Larry and Ardis Macdonald and Diane Gossett, all of Flushing.

A special thank you to the wonderful staff at Avalon Hospice. It was with God's blessings that Chester was placed in your care. You provided peace and serenity to patient and family in these difficult times. For that we will be forever grateful.

Now, Chester has moved on to a much greater place to meet those loved ones who had preceded him in death: parents, George and Bessie (Van Slyke) Taylor; brother, Alber "Stub" Taylor; sister, Ione Poulsen Doyle; granddaughter, Wendy; step son, Thomas Raymond Bugbee; friends, Shanney, Johnny, Martin and many more.

He has gone now, however, he will never be gone from our hearts. One day we'll meet again, as promised, in the Sweet Bye and Bye.

(Published in The Flint Journal November 21, 2005)

Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, July 28, 2007, at Rossell Funeral Home; Rev. John Musgrave officiating. Burial will follow at Flushing Cemetery. Visitation will be 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Friday, July 27, 2007.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Genesee County.

Mr. Taylor, the son of Judge John Dighton and Margaret F. (Moran) Taylor, was born December 26, 1917, in Mohall, N. Dakota.

He served as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army during World War II and earned a Silver Star, a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star.

Pete married Leila Silviani April 29, 1946, in Rome, Italy; she preceded him in death June 4, 2002.

He retired from the materials control department of Fisher Body.

Pete enjoyed reading, traveling, watching sports, and playing golf, billiards and bridge.

He is survived by: his daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and Ralph Rossell of Flushing; granddaughter, Lisa T. and husband Christopher P. Riccobono of Frankenmuth; grandson, Nicholas T. Rossell of Lansing and Flushing; beloved dog, Bruno; nieces; nephews; cousins; friends; and the staff of Sorrentos Restaurant who was like a second family for him.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister and brother-in-law, Ellen and George Ells; and 7 half brothers and sisters. Pap�/Opa was a loved father, father-in-law and grandfather.

He was a fount of information and a great listener. We will miss him!

(Published in The Flint Journal July 26 - 27, 2007)

A Masonic Funeral service will be held at 1PM Saturday, December 3, 2005 by Davison Lodge No. 236, F&A.M. and Morning Star Masonic Lodge No. #556 F&A.M. at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Family and friends will be officiating the service. A graveside service will be held at 1PM, Monday, December 5, 2005 at Westside Cemetery in Hesperia, Michigan.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Heart Association, Lung Association and Shriner's Hospital for Children. Visitation 5-8PM Thursday and 11-3 and 5-8PM Friday at the funeral home.

A Masonic Memorial service will be held at 7PM Friday evening at the funeral home by Davison Lodge No. 236, F.& A.M. and Morning Star Masonic Lodge No. #556 F.&A.M.

Daniel was born in Muskegon, Michigan on May 22, 1948, the son of Raymond Leroy Taylor and Lois Price.

He worked for General Motors and retired with 33 years of service in 1998.

Daniel was an avid Michigan State fan and enjoyed gardening. He was a Past Master of Davison Masonic Lodge No. 236, F.&A.M. and also a member of Morning Star Masonic Lodge No.#556 F.&A.M.

Surviving are children, Daniel Kenneth Taylor, Jr., Winfield (Lyle) Taylor , Shannon Venable, all of Flint; grandchildren, Danny, Josh, Haley, Hannah, Laney and Lydia; mother, Lois Burkett of St. Johns; brother, Charles Leroy and wife Barb Taylor of St. John's; sister, Debbie and husband John Fenech of Royal Oak; brother, Harry Taylor of Louisiana.

He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Leroy; step-father, Winfield Burkett ; brother, Jim and sister Leah.

(Published in The Flint Journal November 30 - December 1, 2005)

Funeral services will be held 2PM Tuesday, January 17, 2006 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. Interment will be held at Great Lakes National Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10AM until the time of service on Tuesday.

David was born November 8, 1955 in Flint, the son of William and Louise (Koehn) Taylor. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.

Surviving are: mother, Louise of Lennon; 8 brothers; 1 sister; 2 half-brothers; 2 half-sisters; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

(Published in The Flint Journal January 13 - 17, 2006)

Funeral service will be held at 2PM Wednesday, October 5, 2005 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Reverend DeWeerd Smith officiating. Entombment in Crestwood Cemetery, with a military graveside service under the auspices of VFW Post #3087 Honor Guard. Visitation 5-8 Monday and 12-8 Tuesday at the funeral home.

Donald was born in Pine Run, Michigan on October 9, 1927. He married Florence Burke (Horton) in Flint, Michigan on February 24, 1970.

Donald served his country in the United States Navy. He was a member of UAW Local #659, retiring from Chevrolet.

Surviving are his wife, Florence; children, Ralph Horton of Owosso, Bryan and wife Barbara Horton of Flint, Dianna and husband Marvin Hunter of Arizona, Linda and husband Don Parsons-Miller of Atlanta, MI, Donald and wife Mary Taylor of N.C., Annette and husband Robert Stanley of Clio, Larry Horton of Warren, Karen and husband David Edson of Almont, James and wife Anne Marie Taylor of Fenton, Kevin and wife Sharilyn Horton of Flint, Tina and husband Dave Sweers of Clio, Mark Horton of Flint, Keith and wife Marcia Taylor of Roger City; 40 grandchildren; 48, great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Marcus and Katrese McGluan and family of Mt. Clemens.

He is preceded in death by son, Dennis; Parents; Brothers and sisters.

A memorial service for Donald Edward Taylor will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at the Lutheran Church by the Lake in McCormick with the Rev. Dick Albert officiating.

It is requested that flowers be omitted and memorials made to the Alzheimer's Association, PO Box 658, Greenwood, SC 29648.

Mr. Taylor, 72, of 204 Links Place, McCormick, husband of DaLee Bowers Taylor, died Saturday, June 30, 2007 at Self Regional Medical Center.

Born in Detroit, MI, he was a son of the late Arwood Edward Taylor and Gladys Edith Rhodes Lovall. He was retired from Allen Storage & Moving in Flint, MI, which is an agent for Allied Van Lines. He was a member of the Lutheran Church by the Lake in McCormick.

Surviving are his wife of the home; a daughter, Sandra DaLee DeCarolis of Corvallis, OR; a son, Steven Dennis Taylor of Lake Orion, MI; a sister, Mary Lou Carey of New Boston, MI; a brother, Gerald Arwood Taylor of Oklahoma; five grandchildren and a great-grandchild.

Harley Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.harleyfuneralhome.com

(Published in The Flint Journal July 3 - 4, 2007)

Surviving are wife, Leoan and stepson Justin; daughters; Brenda (Taylor) and husband Rodger Rainey of Grand Blanc, Mi, Susan (Taylor) Parsch of Amherst, Ohio; sons, Earl Taylor Of Flint, MI, Larry and wife Tina of Kiowa, KS, Donald, Jr. of Ohio, Robert and wife Lisa of Green Bay, WI.

Donald was the son of Floyd Allen Taylor and Gladys Christina Scott. He has five sisters, Hazel Cummins, Betty and husband Ron Kildow, Gloria and Husband Richard Holbin, Esther and husband Larry Reinhardt, Mabel, and husband Ralph Aquon. He also leaves behind two brothers, George and wife June, Charles and wife Joyce.

He was preceded in death by his parents; nephew Herbert Wool; great-nephew, Jeremy Cummins.

(Published in The Flint Journal May 1 - 2, 2007)

Funeral services will be 12 Noon Wednesday, December 28, 2005, James Rupert, pastor officiating. Cremation will follow services.

Mr. Taylor was born November 7, 1919 to Marvin and Genevieve (Kerns) Taylor.

Mr. Taylor retired from General Motors and served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and was a member of the Flintstones Camping Club and a member of the City of Flint Reserve Police.

He is survived by a daughter Linda and husband Michael White of Columbiaville; sons, Robert Taylor of Naples, Florida, Richard Taylor of Flint, Rodney Taylor of Flint; grandchildren, Sean, Mellia, Renee', Theresa and Michael; 5 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jean Taylor in 1982.

(Published in The Flint Journal December 27, 2005)



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