Of Jackson, MI passed away on May 4, 2021 at the age of 76. John was born in Kansas City, Kansas on February 4, 1945 to parent Hazel Jean Taylor. He married Trudy Taylor in Jackson in 1970. John is survived by his wife Trudy; children Dawn (James) Bracken and John (Sarah Kennedy) Taylor; grandchildren Kelsey, Cody, Karley, Sydney, and Bryce; bonus family Aunt Betty, bonus siblings Kathy, Jimmy, Richard and Craig; and several extended family members. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter Beth Ann, and his uncle James Taylor. A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.