John Scott Taylor

John S. (Jocko) Taylor, born May 16, 1951, died May 6, 2012 following a surfing accident in Port Aransas, Texas. Jocko is preceded in death by his father, William M. Taylor, and his mother, Jane Stewart Taylor, both of Harlingen Texas.

John or "Jocko" as he was affectionately known by his family and friends attended Harlingen High School, graduated from Sam Houston State University and obtained his Masters from his beloved Texas A & M University. At the time of his passing he was the President of the Associated Builders & Contractors where he enjoyed enormous success in growing the membership through out the Corpus area.

Jocko loved his family, Corpus Christi, Port A and beaches world wide. Jocko was Pam's best friend and the love of her life. When they married in 1990, Jocko said "Hold on honey, this will be the ride of your life!" Tyler, Jocko's best friend and son, shared his passion for hunting and water sports. They could be found side by side throughout Texas and Mexico enjoying both pursuits.

Jocko's love of Corpus Christi was evidenced by his service as a Commissioner on the City of Corpus Christi Planning & Zoning Commission, the Bold Future Initiative, and many other civic groups. He was instrumental in assisting with the creation of the Texas Surf Museum.

Jocko is survived by his wife Pam, son Tyler; two brothers: Mel Taylor and wife Leslie of Houston, TX; Jeff Taylor and wife Brenda of McKinney Texas; brother-in-law Steve Lofties and wife Timmy of Guymor Oklahoma; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service celebrating his life will be held Friday, May 11, 2012, 3:00 pm, at All Saint's Episcopal Church, 3026 S. Staples, Corpus, Christi. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his honor to the Texas Surf Museum, the American Red Cross, or to the charity of one's choice.

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