William Taylor

Thoughts and prayers go out to Willies family. Great softball pitcher and instructor. My last time at. bat as a softball player myself was on Labor day weekend in 1976. in the Springfield. Softball Tournament and Willie struck me out.

Willie was one of my favorite people and a good bowler too! I haven't seen him for quite a while but I think he moved a little further up north. I bowled in the Tiger League with him and every time I would see him, he would give me that very unique laugh and a big hug. He was just one heck of a guy and I'm sure he will be missed. God Bless you all! .....Bill Schwoegler

To Mr. Taylor's family: He will be missed. Your dad and grandfather was one of the best teachers I had. We were lucky to have him as a teacher at Thoreau School and Dudgeon School. Mr. Taylor challenged us and let us figure out that we could be athletes, to the best of our abilities. Girls, boys, didn't matter -- everyone had access to his time and coaching. He introduced us to gymnastics (this was before the 1972 Olympics, when most of America first learned about gymnastics), a sport that I quickly loved and continued for years. When my own daughter was lucky enough to come across a couple of coaches that were a great fit for her, I often thought of Mr. Taylor. Thanks to his children, for giving up their time with their dad, as I know he put in many hours outside of school. Betsy Christians

"Mr T", as we called him when he was my gym teacher in early 60s, was a great teacher, who became a friend for life. Quick with his smile and laugh, it was always special when our paths crossed. RIP Mr T!

Mr. Taylor was a wonderful teacher. His love for his job and the children he taught was truly felt by all. I had the honor of his teaching and guidance in the late 60"s at Gompers School. He was a great gymnastics coach and pushed us to be our best. He will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to have had Mr. T in their life. My Sympathies to all and God Bless. Jackie (Taylor) Bowe