David A. Taylor 1948-2021

He was born Oct. 26, 1948, in Wheeling, W.Va., the son of Donald F. Taylor and Jean A. Efaw Taylor. David married the love of his life, Mary L. Flick on Dec. 3, 1977, and they enjoyed 44 years of marriage together. He had lived in Newton Falls since 1950 and graduated from Newton Falls High School in the Class of 1966.

After high school, David joined the U.S. Army and served during the Vietnam War from 1968 to 1971. David then worked at Delphi Packard Electric as a mold operator for 31 years and retired in 2004.

He enjoyed family gatherings and the school functions of his two beloved grandsons. David was so proud of their talents in music, sports and technology.

He also served his church family, Open Door Community Church, in their monthly food distribution and took part in running the church’s multimedia system during Sunday services.

David was a big fan of the Cleveland Browns and Cavaliers, sharing discussions on the team with his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Donald F. Taylor, and an infant son, Scott A. Taylor.

David is survived by his mother, Jean A. Taylor of Newton Falls; his wife, Mary L. Taylor of Newton Falls; children, Angela Taylor (Levi Hernandez) of Olmsted Falls, Matthew S. Taylor of Newton Falls, April (Taylor) Davis and her fiance Michael Pietro of Newton Falls; a brother, Richard L. Taylor of Newton Falls; sisters, Susan and Gary Carlson of Newton Falls, and Joyce and Corey Eslinger of Enola, Pa.; and two grandchildren, Wyatt J. Davis and Braylon R. Taylor.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life service will be at a later date and time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 E. Broad St., Newton Falls, OH 44444, 330-872-5440. Family and friends may view David’s obituary online or send condolences at www.james funeralhomeinc.com.

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