A. Roy Taylor
Died: June 22, 2015 | Place: LHSC - Victoria Hospital, London
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TAYLOR, A. Roy – Of London and formerly of Stratford, passed away in his sleep at Victoria Hospital on Monday, June 22, 2015, in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Mae (nee Landers) Taylor with whom he celebrated 60 wonderful years of marriage. Devoted father of Jim and his wife Rose of London, Jean and her husband Mark of Huntington Beach, California, and Ron and his wife Heather of London. Dear brother of Lillian Mann of Minden and predeceased by his sisters Dorothy Jansen and Eileen Smith. He is lovingly remembered by grandchildren Jonathan, Melanie, Amanda, Samantha and Matthew and by his great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Roy served as a radar mechanic in WWII, and at 86 published a memoir of his wartime experiences. He was a board member and volunteer at the Secrets of Radar Museum in London. He was active in amateur radio as VE3AHY. A lifelong civil servant, he retired from the Post Office in 1980 and pursued interests in steam trains and international travel. He was a founding member of Westview Baptist Church in London and a member of the Canadian Legion (Byron). A private burial has taken place. A celebration of Roy’s life will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Westview Baptist Church, 1000 Wonderland Road South, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to The Secrets of Radar Museum, P.O. Box 24033, London, ON N6H 5C4 or Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street N., London, ON N6B 3H8. A Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Our sympathies go out to the Taylor family on the passing of Roy. Roy will be fondly remembered for his deep and abiding faith in the Lord, for his gentle spirit, for his sparkling wit and for his love for those who crossed his path. May you all find comfort in the coming days. Special hugs to Jim and Rose.
My condolences go out to you, the Taylor family. Your dad was a true gentleman and a strong man of faith. I remember so many times in the 1990’s when Roy would stand up at a business meeting and remind us all how God had been so faithful for us as a congregation. He was faithful at reminding us of our blessings and God’s goodness and I think of his words often as I face my own challenges in life. He will be sorely missed.
Praying for comfort as you celebrate the memories of a life well-lived.
The Westview Sonshine Gang, the puppet troupe from Westview Baptist Church, London, has lost a true friend and longtime supporter. Roy came to many practices to offer support and to help with sewing and mending our puppets so that we could carry on our ministry. Our sympathies and prayers go out to Rose, Jim and the entire Taylor family.
Ron, Heather and family. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your Dad was an amazing man with some pretty fantastic stories. He will be missed by many here but you can take comfort in the fact that he is back with your Mom and in a better place. My condolences to all.
Ron, my condolences on the loss of your father. I hope your memories give you the strength to see you through this loss. My sympathies to the whole Taylor family on the loss of your father and grandfather.
Fran Martellotti
Ron & Heather – my condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father.
Ron, I’m so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. You’re one of the lucky ones to have had your dad for so many great years! Cherish the memories you have. Sending you and your whole family my thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Heather my condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father. Cherish all the wonderful memories you have.
We were so happy to have had the opportunity to meet Roy, and have him as part of the Longworth family these past eight months. He was a gentle, kind soul who loved to relax by the fireplace and work diligently on his crossword puzzles. But when the music came on, it was guaranteed he would light up and clap along! He and his family are in the prayers of all staff and fellow residents.
Farewell, Uncle Roy. I remember, as a little girl, going to your “big” house in Stratford and how you always had a smile for me. On behalf of the Bishop Family our Condolences to Jim, Jean, Ron and their Families. He was a wonderful man and will be remembered fondly.
Love, Dianne
Cori, Muriel and I offer our condolences. Uncle Roy had an amazing life and was a very kind, caring person. I hope to see you at the celebration of his life.