Gerald Victor Taylor

Gerald (Jerry) Victor Taylor passed away peacefully in his home in Everett, Washington in the early morning hours of March 4, 2010. Jerry was born on June 19, 1928 to parents, Vaughn and India (Peddicord) Taylor in Fullerton, CA. Jerry grew up in Selma, California where he met his future wife, Dorothy (Kraft). Jerry served in the Army for 3 years active duty and 3 years in the reserves. He married Dorothy in 1951 and attended college, graduating in 1952. He worked in management at many Sears stores until he retired in 1988, during which time he and Dorothy had 4 surviving children. He and Dorothy had been residents of Everett, Washington since 1967.

Jerry is survived by his 4 surviving children and their spouses: William (Sue) Taylor, Douglas Taylor, Susan (Mike) Chard; and Judy (Patrick) Stickler; three grandsons: John Taylor, David Taylor, and Andrew Chard; his sister: Coral Rockholt, many nieces, nephews, and friends.