We always looked forward to our annual dinner date.  Spending time with you all was precious and the stories were amazing. Bill will be missed very much and we are grateful for the time we were able to be together over the many years. We love you guys.

Bill will just always be PaPa to me and our family. He was my kids grandpa and they adored him and he adored them back. Bill was the kindest most gentle man and the man I respect and look up to more than any man I’ve ever known. I can’t remember  a single non kind thing he ever said or did. He loved people and he loved to share his experiences and adventures with anyone including complete strangers. When Bill was introduced to “modern technology” and got his first iPhone, look out. Bill would share pictures of his latest kitchen or bathroom job with anyone willing to look. He was proud of his work and he did it for almost 70 years. When he and his brother Jim first visited Christie, Zack,  Chenney and me in Arizona. They both asked where our mantle was over our fireplace. We said we didn’t have one. Bill and Jim disappeared long enough to go to Home Depot. They returned shortly and spent the next several hours like elves before Christmas building away, what resulted was one of the most beautiful mantels I have ever seen. They both said they had to do it because it just wasn’t right to have a fireplace without a mantle. That’s who Bill was and in my heart will always be. We love you so much Bill but we will meet again. Rest peacefully.

Dearest Susan and family,
From as long as I can remember since Bill & I married in 1996, I have heard story after story of my Bill's favorite memories of days he spent with Bill & Jim. Since then I have grown to love him and you as they kept up with each other mostly over the phone through the three decades since we've moved away.  Some of my Bill's fondest memories with him were the cross-country motorcycle trips, car shows, and decorating Bill’s house in Wilton Manors for Christmas. Later, the surprise visits when Bill & Jim were on motorcycle trips, quick lunches grabbed when they would stop by on their way back home, and especially those birthday phone calls that your Bill was famous for.  I know that there has been an on-going celebration in Heaven now that your Bill as arrived.  I can see their grins as they greeted each other again.  I know this journey ahead for you will be a hard one.  I am just one-step ahead of you on that journey. Please know that I am just a phone call away should you just need to talk to someone.  My heart grieves with you and my prayers will be abundant for you.                All of my love, Kim McConnell (and Daniel too!)

Wendy and family,

We hope reflecting on happy times, love filled days and fond memories get you through this very difficult time of profound loss. 
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

With deep heartfelt sympathy,

The entire Musich family.

Bill Taylor was a caring family man who would often be seen checking on his loving mother Kay. As nextdoor neighbors of his mom Kay,Ginny and Yvonne, we often observed Bill and his siblings sharing great family times.  Yes, often at Peter Pan diner; In addition to their annual Christmas neighborhood decorations,  which drew hundreds of people and cars each year. Bill and family worked hard for several months in advance on these holiday decorations for their beloved Wilton Manors community. 
Bill lived his life by working hard and playing hard. From numerous Harley motorcycle trips in the Blueridge and Smokey mountains and even Germany. Yes, they put their motorcycles on a plane and rode them throughout Germany and Braveria. That's what I call living an exciting life!
Our heartfelt condolences to his lovely wife Susan and the entire Taylor family. Rest in peace my friend.

The Kennedy family- Mary, Darlene and Greg.

Bill was a true gentleman.  Many fond memories of riding with the Southland Playboys! He always had a special smile and sparkle in his eyes, enjoying life always. Our deepest sympathy to his family.
Charlene and Dave Gunn

Bill was a beautiful man, a positive human being, and a skilled craftsman. He renovated our apartment, after we moved to Florida seven (7) years ago from New York. He appeared to know that life was hard and there was no substitute for hard work, but that it was fun too. Although he was always busy working, he made time to join my wife and I in order to celebrate her birthdays. Bill was a very good person, who decided to have a great attitude every day.  Bill knew what was essential-a smile and a kind word. I will miss him dearly.

Bill was always a gentleman respectful and delivered what he promised. Thank you for all you did for the residents of
CORAL RIDGE TOWERS SOUTH

MARY &KENNETH BARRA

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William Edward Taylor

September 10, 1939 – July 15, 2024

Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home & Cremation Center

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