Name: Chapel of the Pines
Address: Placerville, CA

Taylor Summers was my best friend. A lot more than that, actually. He wasn't in my life very long, to be honest. Four years isn't nearly as long as either one of us planned for.
The two of used to joke that if the good die young, we'd both reach 100, but I guess he was one of the best. Taylor was a lot of things to a lot of people, but the thing I saw the most of was his heart. 
He liked to hide it below jokes, a serious attitude and a lot of movie references, but not so deep down Taylor Summers was the best person I knew. 
His compassion was often overlooked due to what seemed to be an inflated ego. What I know realize was just his attempt to hide his own pain...
Taylor was competitive, aggressive in reaching his goals, and passionate about the things and people that were important to him. 
Often times he stretched himself too thin, due to his inability to refuse to help someone in need. Call for help, and Taylor would be there. I found that to be true a number of times.
I loved Taylor. We fought, and a lot of the time we argued, but what else do best friends do? 
I know that if he were here he'd probably correct my grammar and make this look like it was written in the 1800s... Right after he stopped feeling like he didn't deserve any commemoration. 
He'll be remembered by everyone he came into contact with. And I know we all wish he was still here. He changed my life personally, and I'm better person for having known him.
To his family... Steve... you treated me like your own son. All those days and long nights I spent at your house, you always made me feel welcome. I am so sorry for everything that's happened, and I want you to know that you didn't fail with him. He was everything a good person is supposed to be, and that's not something you see a lot of these days. Thank you for raising the man I got to call my brother. Thank you for giving me my best friend.

I was fortunate to meet Taylor briefly, as he spoke to EL Dorado Progressives group about the EDP sponsored trip to Washington DC. He was bright, spoke with conviction and shared his commitment to be the change he wanted to see in the world. A true light in the world...may his Spirit continue to shine. Condolences to his family, teachers and friends🙏

I only met him two or three times but I was very impressed by his integrity and by how much he cared about the world around him. Placerville has lost a shining light. 

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Taylor Ray Summers

April 25, 2000 – September 16, 2019

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