Of Jackson, MI passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at the age of 92. John was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Myrtie; Son, Daniel Taylor. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved Wife of 63 years Ivalou Kay (Dunlap); Children; John, Jr. (Rema) and Penny Kurpenski; Brother, Dwain (Phillis) Taylor; Sister, Ann West, Daughter- In-Law, Wanda Taylor; Grandchildren, Lisa (Charlie) Lounsbery, John III (Stephanie) Whiteaker, Frank Kurpenski and Branden Kurpenski; 15 Great-Grandchildren; 2 Great- Great Grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and family. He will be missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers the family requests that you send donations in the name of John to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.