On May 19, 2017, Merrill Taylor of Edmonton passed away from complications following an operation at the Misericordia Hospital. Merrill was born April 5, 1930 to Angus and Marion Taylor in North Battleford, Sask. and was the first of 3 brothers.
He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Carol–semicolon– 4 children, Bryan, Grant, Wendy and Susan–semicolon– as well as many Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren.
Merrill was predeceased by both parents–semicolon– Brother Keith Taylor–semicolon– and his dog, Dax.
Merrill was a member of the R.C.M.P. and the Edmonton Police Service from 1949 – 1969. In 1969 Merrill and Carol moved their young family to Camrose where they started Merrill’s second career as a businessman. Merrill and Carol eventually moved back to Edmonton and Merrill retired in 2000. He finished his career in Real Estate sales.
He was an avid outdoorsman and loved to hunt, fish and spend time in the woods, while Carol looked after the affairs at home. Both Merrill and Carol loved animals.
The Taylor family would like to express their gratitude to the 5th floor and ICU staff at the Misericordia Hospital for their care of Merrill in his final days.
As per Merrill’s wishes there will be no memorial service. The family wishes to thank all of his many friends for your kind thoughts and condolences received.
Brian Fraser says
Carol…so sorry to see that Merrill has passed. I always enjoyed his company.
Hope all is well with you.
Brian Fraser
Linda Stollings says
Dear Mrs Taylor, Bryan, Grant, Wendy and Sue and family
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Taylor. He was a lovely man, and a dear friend of our family. I won’t ever forget the kindness, help and care he offered when my sister Sandy was hit by a motor cyclist in our front street. He was so good about looking after things when we were all so distraught by her injuries.
Your family was a huge part of making our neighbourhood a wonderful place to grow up.
I wish you wonderful memories and strength as you deal with this loss.
Love,
Linda
Nick George says
Sorry to hear of Merrill passing. I was blessed to have the opportunity to meet Merrill many years ago. Sadly, we reconnected a friends funeral and I was looking forward to visiting with Merrill once again. Please accept our condolences.
Nick & Anita George