TAYLOR

Francis A. Taylor (June 21, 1934) of Philadelphia, died peacefully on October 15, 2019 surrounded by his family at the age of 85. Frank was born in Brooklyn, NY and grew up in Philadelphia. He graduated from Roman Catholic High School, Class of 1952. He served in the United States Naval Reserves stationed on the destroyer USS William T. Powell from 1952-1957 and on the USS Hunting (active duty) from 1957-1959. He was discharged with the rank of QM3. He married Margaret Carty on April 20, 1957 and they were married for 41 years before her death in 1998. They were avid travelers with houses in Florida and the Poconos, on a co-ed bowling league, and made frequent casino trips.

He was preceded in death by his parents (Nellie Yakemonis Taylor and Frank Taylor) and his brother, Albert Taylor [Lyn Taylor]. He is survived by 9 children, Francis Taylor [Roberta], Donald Taylor [Mary Jane], Margaret Buonanoce [Riccardo], Colleen Ziegler [Joseph], Kathleen Taylor-Sauermelch [James], Patrick Taylor, Keith Taylor [Christina], Valerie Morelli [Ralph], and Heather DeAngelis [Phil]. He is also survived by 21 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

He worked in the kitchen equipment industry as an installer, project manager, equipment manufacturer,  and was a self-taught draftsman. He was a member of the American Legion Post 754. He loved wearing cowboy boots, working on projects around the house, and went by the nickname Bear.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2019 starting at 6pm and Monday, October 21, 2019 from 10-11am at Petner Funeral Home, 6421 Frankford Ave, where services will be held at 11am. The burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in Frank's name sent to the American Legion Post 754, PO Box 63047, Philadelphia, PA 19114.