Howard D. Taylor, 81, of Germantown, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2015. He was preceded in death by his first wife and his parents. Mr. Taylor is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Barbara Taylor, step-daughters, Barbara Everett (Don) and Carla Martin, two granddaughters, Nicole Duffy and Lindy Trembath, a grandson, Ty Martin, a great-granddaughter and two great-grandsons. Mr. Taylor proudly served in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as Staff Sargent after 23 years. He loved his country. He was also a very successful business man in the Insurance industry. The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, February 3 from 12-2pm with the funeral starting at 2pm at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 N. Germantown Rd.