Richard Warner Taylor

Mr. Taylor was born on January 25, 1946 in New London, the son of the late Warner and Ann Doucette Taylor. He is predeceased by his wife, Sandra Taylor and brother, Thomas Taylor. He was formally employed by Gwenmore Marina in Mystic and Niantic Boat Valet.

Ricky was a member of the Niantic American Legion and held many posts during his tenure. He was an avid sports fan, with particular interest in Nascar. After many years of racing at area race tracks, Ricky loved to go to the Speedbowl to watch his son race and the whole Gada clan. His greatest joy was going to the sporting events of all of his grandchildren.

Mr. Taylor is survived by his wife, Priscilla, sons, Randy Taylor of Niantic, Todd Taylor (Alison) of Stonington and Chris Taylor (Jessica) of East Lyme, grandchildren Kristina, Kate, Kyle, Hannah, Sydney, Leah Taylor, and Trevor Batchelor. Step-children Robin Patterson (Kent), Susan O'Brian (David), Letha Taylor, and Jonathan Taylor.

Calling Hours will be held on Monday, February 23, 2015 from 5:00 until 7:30 in Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, 13 Lake Ave., Niantic, CT 06357. A Service will be held on Monday at 7:30 in the funeral home. Please visit www.fultontherouxniantic.com for photos, tributes, directions and more service information.