William J. Taylor
August 12, 1934 to August 10, 2024
Obituary
William J. Taylor
August 12, 1934 – August 10, 2024
Superintendent Ret’d; Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
Passed peacefully away in the presence of his family at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital. Predeceased by his wife Lucinda Leaman-Taylor; parents Fred & Edith Taylor; his parents-in-law Cyril & Greta Leaman; Brothers in law Cyril Jr. & Fred Leaman. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories daughters Janet (Robert) and Jennifer; grandchildren William, Taylor, Callie (Jon), Jesse; great-grandchild Jaxon; siblings Fred (Joan), Russell (Judy), Judith (Ed); siblings-in-law Marie, Arthur, Glad (George), & Kay (Bill); as well as many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. The family would like to extend a “thank- you” to Dr. Ashley Power & the nursing staff at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital. Cremation to be taken place, burial to follow at Kenmount Road Anglican Cemetery on Wednesday, August 14 at 2pm.
No flowers by request – a donation may be made in his memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.carnells.com
Sending sincere condolences, Mr & Mrs Taylor were acquaintances I met through work. They were both beautiful people so happy to known them even if it was only a short time. I have a chestnut tree that he gave me many years ago, I have often thought of them over the years
Condolences to his family
Fred and Joan
Our condolences on the passing of your brother. It is never easy to lose a sibling. Our thoughts are with.. you.
John Peddle and Anne Hannaford
My condolences on the passing of Bill. Had the opportunity to work with him for quite a number of years. Always enjoyed our discussions and our
Interactions. He was a big part of the RNC back in
our days. May he Rest In Peace.
Gerry Budden Supt. RNC (Ret’d)
My condolences to all the Taylor family on the passing of Bill. I had the pleasure of working with Bill for a good many years and always found him a great guy to work with and for; always ready to help out or give advise. Definitely a man that was bigger than life..
Rest in Peace.
Gerry Power Sgt (Ret.)
Jennifer and family,
So very sorry for your loss, please accept my sincere condolences.
To Fred and the Taylor family,
Our condolences to you and your family on the loss of Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Keith & Christine Ryan
To the Taylor Family
Condolence’s to the Taylor family on the loss of a good man and police officer who was respected by all who had the pleasure of knowing him and working with him. I worked with him for a number of years and he had an outgoing personality.. May he rest in peace and you memories console you at this difficult time.
Bob Morgan
Retired Sgt RNC
Sorry to hear of Bill’s passing, our deepest condolences to all the family..
Myself and Bill have many happy memories of spending time with Bill and Lucy. You knew where you stood with Bill. He was a person who had no back doors about him. He missed Lucy tremendously after she died., now look out Lucy no more quiet time.!!!
Love Always
Lucy’s Sister Kay & Bill
As a former colleague of Bill’s at the RNC, myself and my wife, Edna, extend our condolences to the entire Taylor family.
Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.
Sorry to hear of Bill’s passing,i worked with him many years in the RNC a wonderful boss and great individual ,Our condolences to all the Taylor family. Harry and Shirley Chipman
To the Taylor Family:
I was so sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. I worked with Bill at the RNC in the early 80’s. He was always very helpful and carried a smile and had wit & humour like no other. May your wonderful memories stay close to your hearts as you
celebrate his life. Take care.
his life. Take care.
Russ, Judy and family, so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing my sincere condolences to all of you. May all your beautiful memories give you comfort at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Janet and Jennifer, Another one of our old Buddies laid to rest!! Many moons ago a bunch of us had a card club and played at each other’s home once a week! Wonderful Memories that never be erased!!
Your Dad is in his Happy Place, Back together with your Mom!!
Keep all the wonderful memories you both have of him close to your hearts!! Deepest sympathy and Big Hugs
My sincere condolences to you and all your family on the loss of your Father.
Janet, Jennifer and family. So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Michelle (Chafe) and John Elliott
To the Taylor family: I worked with Bill during my first years at the RNC QM Stores .Even when he retired he kept in touch ,I received frequent phone calls just to catch up.My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Russ,Judy,and Family- Sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Cynthia and Greg Fardy
Olive Sansom
Condolences to all family and friends of Bill(special mention his (RNC family)-A good number of years ago i got a call from bill-saying -(JIM THR REAL ESTATE GUY)- Jim ‘its time i bought a home” would like west end prefer off Lemarchant Rd. West-Well low and behold a day or so later i rec’d a listing on ST. Michaels Ave–Bill & wife ware the first to view-,after viewing,-We had a chat in my car; for a bit of info–Bill wanted–He then says Jim–Write it up now-This is the area i want- write it up, Very quiet near school etc,They moved in about 30 days later; remained there until after his retirement;Then moved to Paradise area-WE met on and off over the years-Always a great fellow-OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS-GOD BLESS–JIM-(RCAF Ret’D/.Wife Nelia Campbell ST. JOHN’S NFLD.
Janet and Jennifer I am saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. Not only did I work with him early in my career with the RNC, I continued to enjoy his friendship and advise to my retirement in 2013. . He loved you dearly and would light up at every opportunity to bring me up to date on the family. I send my deepest condolences on the loss of a special man.
Fred and the Taylor family.
Please accept my condolences on Bill’s passing. I have talked to him often over the years and he always had a lively interest in the state of the world. He will be missed by many.
Susanne Ryan
Judy and I have so many great memories from St. John’s,Truro and Florida. Bill and Lucy visited many times when the kids were small and later alone. I’m sure he’s happy reunited with the love of his life Lucy.
Jen and family, I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. My heart goes out to you. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead and may he rest in peace.
To the Taylor family. Sincere condolences to all of you. . I worked with Bill when I first joined the RNC and had a lot of respect for him. May he Rest in Peace.
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. Dean and I worked with Bill during our time at the RNC.
Rest in Peace
Dean and Wendy Chaulk (Ret’d S/Sgt Sgt.)
Janet and Jennifer and families
Sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing
May your many memories bring you comfort and peace. Hugs and God Bless
MaxineWentzell
To the Taylor Family
I am very sorry to hear of Bills passing. I had the pleasure of working with Bill at the RNC.
Condolences to the family
Marlene Jesso
Retired Superintendent RNC
Russ, Judy & family so sorry for your loss. May your cherished memories bring you comfort in the difficult days ahead. You are in my thoughts. Hugs.
To the Taylor family. Sincere condolences to you all on the passing of your father, grandfather and great grandfather. I worked with Bill when I first joined the RNC. It was an honour to have worked with him. Rest in Peace.
Bob Howard
Retired RNC(SGT.)