IN MEMORIAM: Randall Taylor, 66;

Louisiana Native, Union Electrician

ROSEBOOM – Randall D Taylor, 66, of Roseboom, a union electrician, passed away Dec. 29, 2019, of cancer with his wife, Bea, at his side.

He was born on Dec. 4, 1953, in Baton Rouge, La., to Norman and Myrtle (McKey) Taylor.

He was a member of IBEW 995. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a brother, David (Julie) Taylor; a daughter, Jennifer (Ruark) Chick, and a son, Chad (Jennifer) Taylor. Also, several nieces and nephews, 18 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Per his wishes, he was cremated.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Helios Care, 279 River St. Service Road, Oneonta NY 13820

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January 13, 2020

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Merrilyn Clspper says:

January 13, 2020 at 12:30 pm

Beatrice. So sorry for your loss. Merrilyn

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