Obituary of Richard Douglas Taylor
The family is saddened to announce the passing of Richard (Dick) Douglas Taylor after a lengthy battle with cancer. He passed away at the VG Hospital in Halifax, surrounded by his family. Thank you to the many nurses, doctors, friends and family who supported him. Born in Saint John, New Brunswick, Dick made his home in Lower Sackville Nova Scotia for the last 53 years.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Patricia (Barton) Taylor, and his devoted daughters Jane, Brenda, and Heather; his grandsons Justin (Krista) Clarke and Jay (Jess) Titchmarsh; his great-grandsons Benjamin and Carson Clarke, Nate Titchmarsh, and a new great-grandson due in November; siblings Jack (Susan), Gerry (Betty Anne), Jim (Brenda, deceased), and Wendy (Gordon) Boyles; and many nieces, nephews, and
cousins. Dick was predeceased by parents Richard and Nina (Boyd) Taylor, baby sister Patsy, sister-in-law Brenda, and niece Julie.
Dick will be remembered by those who knew him as a true family man. His family was everything to him. He also made anyone who came into his home, feel like family. His jovial nature and kind spirit reached far and wide. Dick was known by his grandchildren (and their friends) as ‘Bee’ because his first grandchild, Justin, couldn’t say Grampy when he was little. Dick spent 32 years in the Canadian Navy, serving his country around the world with pride In his spare time, Dick played baseball for the Canadian Legion and loved all sports, especially the Toronto Maple Leafs and Blue Jays. His neighbours in Lower Sackville used to see him washing his car daily and keeping his cars pristine. Dick was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion (Calais Branch) for 45 years. Dick and Pat also enjoyed many of their retirement years being snowbirds in Florida. And, of course, there were all of the family pets, which he kept entertained and loved.
His family will miss him dearly, as he was the love of their lives and the centre of their world. Their special memories, love shared, and life experiences together will never be forgotten.
Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice . A Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 2 pm at the Sackville Legion (Calais Branch), 45 Sackville Cross Road, Lower Sackville NS.