Thomas J. Taylor Sr., 69, of Hilo, passed away on July 2, 2017 at Hilo Medical Center. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on September 29, 1947 to Alvin Taylor and Ann Rescheck. Thomas was a world traveler, but decided to settle in Hawaii in the 90’s, and would always express the beauty of Hawaiian life in rich color, texture, and design through his abstract view, admiration and appreciation for the collection and distribution of fine arts. He is survived by Son; Thomas “Taj” John Taylor Jr., daughters; Ivy Taylor Murphy (Shawn), Amber Rose Taylor, brother; George M. Taylor, Sisters; Joan Taylor Icker, Linda Taylor Charles, Deborah Taylor, step-brother; Johnny Alvin Taylor, Grandchildren; Rachael Murphy, and Andrew, James, and Matthew Duesher. Also numerous cousin, nieces, and newphews in Illinois and Wisconsin. Thomas was preceded in death by his brother James Allen Taylor. Arrangements entrusted to Ballard Family Mortuary- Hilo.
