Francis "Pete" Mortimer Taylor, Jr.

Born in Larchmont, NY, Pete was the son of Francis Mortimer and Regina Parker Taylor. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from St. Michael’s College and worked as a stockbroker for multiple firms throughout his career, including Kidder Peabody, Loeb Rhoades, and Raymond James, before founding his own company, Taylor Capital Management. While trading stocks was his vocation, Pete’s true passions were his family, friends, and spending time outdoors.

Pete was a devout Catholic and enjoyed golf, skiing, hunting, shooting sports, boating, playing cards and checkers, dogs, and anything that had him outside or involved with friends and family. Pete will be remembered for his unending sense of humor and welcoming personality. Beware - his comical side came with plenty of antics that often backfired on him! There was no one who was able to laugh at himself more than Pete.

Family was always Pete’s greatest love, closely followed by his friendships, both old and new. He lived by a guiding principle: “Make friends out of your clients, don’t make clients out of your friends.” Many of Pete’s professional relationships blossomed into lifelong friendships, often extending across generations. His connections with people created a network of enduring bonds that brought joy and support to everyone involved.

Pete was an active member of The Campfire Club of America since 1983, The Blackhorse Rod & Gourmet Club since its inception, and The Atlantic Indians. His charismatic personality and enthusiastic involvement made him a beloved member of these organizations. Alongside his late wife, Marian (“Bari”) Taylor, Pete was often at the center of social gatherings. He frequently commented that he was invited to places just so he could bring Bari—the absolute love of his life.

For Pete, everything was a competition because “it makes it more fun!” His chirping with his friends led to moments of laughter and frequently him losing the bet… As soon as he started his chatter, he would lose his focus and the wheels would come off. So much fun to witness and participate! Endless laughter with him…

Pete’s love for the ocean was contagious, and he passed it on to his family. Boating trips to Block Island were always an adventure, with Pete’s “Kentucky Windage” navigation style keeping everyone on their toes. Despite the occasional mishap, he always brushed it off as “No problem!” Everything with Pete was an adventure that created indelible memories.

Pete is survived by his son, John Taylor, and his wife Michelle; his daughter, Pamela Taylor; his son, John Chomyn, and his wife June, along with their daughters Mallerie and Claire. He also cherished his stepchildren, whom he regarded as his own: Jason Gilbride and his wife Tara; Marnie Gilbride McLaughlin and her husband Steve; and Randy Gilbride and his wife Amy. Pete’s grandchildren—Michael and Logan Gilbride (Jason & Tara), Patrick and Frankie McLaughlin (Marnie & Steve), and JT and Ellie Gilbride (Randy & Amy)—brought him endless joy. He adored every moment spent with them.

He is predeceased by his parents and loving wife, Marion “Bari” Taylor.

Viewing will take place on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 from 4 PM - 8 PM at Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home located at 31 Arch St. Greenwich, CT 06830.

Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, February 6th, 2025 at 10 AM at St Patrick’s Church located at 29 Cox Ave, Armonk, NY 10504.

Burial to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery located at 10 W. Stevens Ave., Hawthorne, NY.