Paul Richard Taylor

Born in New Bedford, a son of the late Alexander and Doris (Roe) Taylor he was a lifelong city resident.

Mr. Taylor served in the United States Air Force and later worked for Titleist for many years. He was a member of the Carpenter Local Union 67 in Boston. Paul was a sports fanatic. He was a quiet, gentle man that was loved by everyone who met him.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Stephen Taylor, Jason Taylor and Eric Taylor and his wife Kelly; two brothers, Robert Taylor and his wife Althea and Randy Taylor and his companion Carol Ann Smith; a grandson, Drew Taylor; step grandchildren, Jacob and Ali Ellison all of New Bedford. He was the brother of the late Stephen and Dennis Taylor.

His memorial visitation will be Thursday, May 5, 2016 from 4-8 p.m. in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Gwendolyn Strong Foundation, 27 W. Anapamu St., Suite 177, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 or www.thegsf.org. www.rock-funeralhome.com for online tribute/directions.