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William "Bill" Taylor Posted: 2021-02-02 15:19:52

William

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William T. Taylor, (Billy) died suddenly & sadly Sunday, January 31, 2021
Dear son of the late Frank D. & Donna M. (Tonne), proudest & beloved Father to Bradley Taylor (Amanda ) and Brittany Taylor, and childhood sweetheart wife Mary Lou Taylor. Brother of Frank, Joseph (Deceased) (Linda), Michael (Kathy), Lori Nommensen (Don Jr.), Lynn Maestro (Joe Maestro) & Tom Sr. (Lee), Brother-in-Law to Laurie Taylor & Julie Hansen (John). Dearest brother-in-law to Benjamin (Deceased) Beth Staton, Charles (Diane) Staton, Michael Staton, Suzanne (Joseph) Bernardi, & Penny (Michael) O’Leary.
Dearest Uncle to so many (called DUBS by the older nephews) Jennifer Starr (Mario), Frank II (Brittany), Kamrin, Zachary, Analyse Rossi, Joe Jr., Mathew (Pearl), Michael Jr. (Corrie), Kristyn, David (Katie), Donnie Nommensen (Stephanie), Kimberly Hillebrand (Patrick), Brett Nommensen, Joe Maestro, Jiana Maestro, Javin Maestro,
Tom Jr. (Cindy), Vikki (Jeff), Ethan, Kyra, Alex, Dylan.
Yahtzee & LCR dice games will never be the same for the Staton nieces and nephews, Jeffrey (Annie) Staton,
David Staton, Nina & Giana Bernardi & Katie & Tommy O’Leary, Diana Lynn (Kyle Bright), Matthew (Lauren) Staton, Megan (Kevin Brinckerhoff).
Great Uncle to twenty-six, He loved attending their sport activities. Bill also loved His 4-legged friends (dogs) he loved having multiple dogs in the household, driving Mary Lou crazy.
Bill was one of 38 first cousins and orchestrated the Taylor/Tonne/King picnic to make sure all his family and cousins stayed close. Bill also put together a picnic for the Olde Irving Park neighborhood where he grew up to bring together all the Irving Park, St. Viator school friends. Bill loved the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears, he played flag football for over 20 years, his team Sudden Impact won the 2000 USFTL National Championship. Bill was inducted into the Flag Football Hall of Fame. Bill and his family lived in the Bartlett area for 33 years. He was an author, published a book (Alley Cats), and had finished all but 2 chapters on his second book. He loved gardening and bird watching, having 8 birdfeeders in the backyard. He had a great big heart and would do anything for anyone.

The wake will be Monday, February 8th, at DeFiore Funeral Home, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley, IL. 60142. Covid restrictions are in place. Please wear a mask. We will have a celebration of life mass on Tuesday February 9th at St. Mary Catholic Church at 10:00 am, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley, IL 60142

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Jeffrey, Lauren, Deborah Hurt 2021-02-02 19:01:13

What a Life We've had together Taylor! Sure gonna Miss You! See you in Valhalla! Hurt

Paul Petschelt 2021-02-02 19:26:53

My sincere condolences to Bill’s family. He will be missed.

Julie A Stiles 2021-02-02 19:27:06

My deepest condolences to all the family and loved ones of Bill. Left us way too soon and see ya on the other side my friend....

Lynn Aldrich 2021-02-02 19:52:06

My sincere condolences to the entire Taylor family. He left us way too soon,he will surely be missed by so many.

Jimmy & Karin Miletta 2021-02-02 20:03:22

Our deepest sympathies and prayers to Mary Lou, Brad, Britt and the entire Taylor family.. we love you guys!

Perry Susral 2021-02-02 20:08:29

My sincere condolences to the entire Taylor and Staton families, Bill brought me into the picnic reunion and I had so much fun .

Mark Hill 2021-02-02 20:21:26

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing.

Jeanie Japczyk 2021-02-02 20:41:31

So sorry for this great loss sending prayers and love

Eileen Barry 2021-02-02 21:07:49

My sincere condolences to the Taylor Family and loved ones. He will be surely be missed and remembered well. "A life well lived. "

Maria Jacobson 2021-02-03 01:04:24

I’m so very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Prayers to Mary Lou and family. May he Rest In Peace.

Tom & Ann Burns 2021-02-03 07:53:26

Our sincerest condolences to the entire Taylor family. Bill will be missed.

Richard M Mehan 2021-02-03 10:32:57

What a major loss. Sending prayers and condolences.

Colleen &Howard (King) Houcek 2021-02-03 10:51:20

So very sorry for this loss! He will be missed Eternal Rest grant unto Billy May perpetual Light Dhine upon him and May he Rest in peace

Ellen Daum-Grod 2021-02-03 11:48:28

Mary Lou, Someone who shared so much of life with you will forever be a part of you. Keeping you in my prayers as you remember your husband. Don’t let go of your precious memories. They’ll get you through this difficult time. So very sorry for your loss.

Noreen Modlinski (Mulloy) 2021-02-03 11:59:10

My deepest sympathies to the entire Taylor family, may you find comfort in the Lord during this difficult time. Bill touched the lives of so many people and will be missed.

John Jaquinde 2021-02-03 13:02:09

Brother, Friend, Team mate, Wing man, Dreamer, Mover and Shaker, Righteous Dude. Life long memories in those short years. 'Till we meet again. Love always.

JoAnn Malczyk (Mulloy) 2021-02-03 13:23:51

Prayers for the Taylor family, so sorry for your loss.

Janice Kier 2021-02-03 14:35:23

My sincerest condolences to the Taylor family and Billy's friends. I'm certain when he walked through Heaven's gates, he exclaimed "NOICE"! Our loss is Heaven's gain and will be missed by many.......

Jack Buttitta 2021-02-03 15:45:54

Billy was a great guy always a good time .He will be missed!

Barbara Meidel 2021-02-03 15:48:45

Our sincere condolences go out to the entire family. May you Rest In Peace.

Kathy Larys 2021-02-03 16:46:04

So sorry RIP Bill knew you from St.Viators days and Schurz high school. You are a great friend. Love Larry and Kathy( Pascaly) Larys .

Mary Ryan-Nies 2021-02-03 17:00:25

So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I will always have fond memories of him as we grew up together in Old Irving Park. RIP Bill and my sincere condolences to Mary Lou and the family.

Rich Danilkowicz 2021-02-03 17:01:48

Rest In Peace my friend. My condolences to the family. He will be missed.

Bob and Sandy Brown 2021-02-03 17:09:00

BT we send our thoughts and prayers and love to you and your family at this most difficult time. May all your wonderful memories give you peace.❤️

Kevin Gerstmayr 2021-02-03 17:15:02

My sincere condolences to the Taylor family. Bill was my friend for many many years. I loved that man. He was a man of the people. He kept so many of us old friends together. I'm going to truly miss him. I already do.

Paul Griffin 2021-02-03 17:24:06

My deepest condolences to Mary, Brad, Brittany and Taylor family. Just want to say we all loved Bill and will be in our prayers.

Kathy (Fowkes) Anderson 2021-02-03 17:26:57

So many years passed between playing baseball in Schurz field, riding on Billy's handlebars and reconnecting on Facebook. Lori, Lynn, Mary Lou and family, I'm so sorry for your loss...everyone's loss. My prayers are with you.

Hugh Taylor 2021-02-03 17:44:48

You will forever hold a place in my heart, I love you my brother!

Jim Shimkus 2021-02-03 17:53:13

Please accept my sincere condolences I didn't see Bill often but Bill was a good guy big heart and always had a welcoming smile on his face when he saw you. WAY TO SOON ,YOU'LL BE MISSED BY ALOT OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS.God Bless you all

Peter grottini 2021-02-03 18:27:04

It is with great sorrow and sadness to hear of Billy's passing.may he rest in peace.

Danny & Maureen Fiarito 2021-02-03 19:12:07

Our sincere condolences to Mary Lou , Bradley, Brittany and the Taylor Family. We are very saddened to hear about Billy.

Latuvnik family 2021-02-03 20:08:34

Im so sorry to hear this news. I hope your memories together can carry you through this difficult time.

Russell Louviere 2021-02-03 21:27:55

My heart goes out to all of Billy's family. I grew up two blocks away from Billy and He was two yrs. older, but He always treated me with respect and kindness. To say Billy had a big heart would be an understatement. I will miss you my friend.

Michael Gallus 2021-02-03 22:26:36

My sincere condolences to the entire Taylor family, I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing today. Billy and I shared many great moments over the years through football and friends, wish I had the opportunity to spend some additional time with him and properly say goodbye. I’ll miss him...

john connell 2021-02-04 03:58:09

Rest in peace Mr. Taylor. You were a true voice. Keep an eye on those rat bastard squirrels up in Heaven.

Mary K Crown 2021-02-04 05:57:23

Taylor family, so sorry for your loss. Our families have been friends since the 1950s. Love to you all, prayers too.

Randy & Joyce Slater 2021-02-04 06:55:25

Our sympathies and prayers are with your family at this most difficult of times.

Mark and Karen Iwicki 2021-02-04 07:13:50

Our prayers and sympathies sent out to the entire Taylor family. Bill had a big heart and will be missed greatly by all who knew him.

Janice Kier 2021-02-04 07:17:50

My sincerest condolences to the Taylor family and Billy's friends. I'm certain when he walked through Heaven's gates, he exclaimed "NOICE"! Our loss is Heaven's gain and will be missed by many.......

Chris King 2021-02-04 08:41:31

So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I remember going to the Taylor/ Tonne/ King picnics in Rolling Meadows when I was younger and was amazed I had so many cousins I didn’t know. To grow up watching the softball games then finally old enough to play in one is something I will always remember. RIP Bill and prayers for all family and friends.

HERM ILAG 2021-02-04 09:07:16

Our condolences to Mary Lou, Brad, Brittany and the extended Taylor family from your friends at The RDI Group.

John Campanelli 2021-02-04 09:28:12

My sincerest condolences to the Taylor family. I have very fond memories of working with Bill. He will be missed.

Dan Goodkind 2021-02-04 10:34:25

My deepest sympathy to Bill' s family and friends you are all in my prayers. Such a great friend and associate he touched lives everywhere he went. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Until we meet again my friend...

Elizabeth Guziec Russell 2021-02-04 10:58:40

So sorry for the loss of your brother.Way too soon.

KAREN MARKLEY 2021-02-04 11:49:58

My sincerest condolences for the loss of your brother. Such an extraordinary, accomplished man with a kind heart.

Jeff Janus 2021-02-04 13:10:26

My deepest condolences to the Taylor family he will be deeply missed

Rox Stuker 2021-02-04 13:14:37

Billy, you were such a great friend. You were at every celebration in my adult life including the Best Man at my wedding. The sound of your laugh wraps around my broken heart like a big bear hug. See you on the other side!

Darlene Walls 2021-02-04 13:23:18

So sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Carolyn Wolthusen 2021-02-04 14:25:16

My heart goes out to all family and friends.

Chrissie and Steve Sadowski 2021-02-05 06:45:37

Our deepest condolences, we’re sending Healing Love to all your hearts in love and light as your Angel takes flight.

Jim Schneider 2021-02-05 08:41:49

Mary Lou, I'm so sorry for you and your family's loss. My condolences.

Pietro Dambrosio 2021-02-05 09:26:46

My deepest condolences to the Taylor Family.

John Wiley 2021-02-05 09:35:19

Mary Lou, my deepest condolences to you Brittaney and your family.

GEMMA AND PETE CAPELLANI 2021-02-05 10:30:23

though the mileage between us is far and we will not be able to attend our thoughts and hearts will definitely be there thinking of all ❤❤

Brad Lindenberg 2021-02-05 11:28:10

Mary Lou my deepest sympathies to you and your family!

Pam conenna 2021-02-05 14:21:18

I so sorry to here about Billie and my prayers are with the family and friends .my he Rest In Peace . He was from my neighborhood and from school he was a great guy!

Tim & Sharon (Buz) Sjoberg 2021-02-05 16:27:20

So very sorry. Billy will be missed by all his family and friends. May he rest peacefully. God bless.

Philip Garcia 2021-02-05 21:16:13

My condolences to Linda, BT and Brittany. He has been casted is wings. The man upstairs says it time to come home. Gone way to early. You will be Heavily missed by many. Watch over the Taylor family. Rest in Peace Bill..

BLASE & SHIRLEY RAU 2021-02-06 08:12:07

We are so sorry to hear about Bill. Our condolences to you and your family.

Mike Warner 2021-02-06 12:47:15

Our thoughts, and prayers go out to the entire Taylor family, and Friends. Such a great guy. He will be missed. From The Warner Family.

Mike Lasso 2021-02-06 15:27:03

Mary Lou, Bradley and Brittany my deepest condolences to you and your family. I know he will be greatly missed.

Mary Jo (Palumbo) Moore 2021-02-06 17:18:21

Dear Mary Lou and Family, So very sorry to learn of Billy's passing. I remember how you and Billy were high school sweethearts. I know there are a lifetime of memories, and hope the memories will help all of vou through these difficult times. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Scott Horvath. Viator class of 71 2021-02-07 08:35:32

My condolences to the entire Taylor Clan. Kindness and respect. Bill was one of the good ones! I'll miss you Bill my friend.RIP Billy.

Bill & Gloria Cairns 2021-02-07 15:07:47

Our thoughts & prayers are with the Taylor families. Our Deepest Sympathy.

Steve Timko 2021-02-07 18:14:51

Sending our sincere condolences to the Taylor family during this difficult time.One of Bill’s passions was to coordinate the IP picnic which everyone enjoyed as well as sharing stories from the days of old.

Janice and Jose Garcia 2021-02-07 19:16:45

MaryLou, we are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.

Bill & Mary Beth Allen 2021-02-07 20:09:16

Our deepest condolences to Mary Lou, Brad and Britney and the entire Taylor family. We are shocked and saddened that Billy was taken so soon. Billy will be missed by so many. Keep your memories close.

Greg West 2021-02-07 22:11:01

Billy was my brother from the hood. We stayed close even though I’m in KC. I’ll miss him forever. My sincere condolences to the entire Taylor Family.

Greg West 2021-02-07 22:16:40

Billy was my brother from the hood. We stayed close even though I’m in KC. I’ll miss him forever. My sincere condolences to the entire Taylor Family.

Christine Moderhak 2021-02-07 22:22:52

Billy was always the one to keep people together. He will be very missed! My love goes out to his family who he always made sure he took care of.

Diane Perrone Rubinstein 2021-02-08 01:10:48

I still can’t believe it ....he will be sorely missed My condolences to the family

Joseph and Sarah Garcia 2021-02-08 05:53:50

MaryLou, Brit, and Brad, we express our sincerest condolences for your loss. We offered intentions for your family and the repose of Bill's soul at mass this weekend. Sending prayers and love from the Garcia family.

Dave Allen 2021-02-08 06:01:14

From the Allen family to the Taylors, please know we are thinking of you in this difficult time.

Tracy Nicole Taylor 2021-02-08 07:45:54

My sincere condolences to the Taylor family. Bill was a great guy and will be truly missed

Garfield Brown 2021-02-08 07:49:18

Our condolences to the entire Taylor Family from his Globaltranz Family. RIP.

Cynthia Carrington 2021-02-08 09:00:21

My sincere condolences to the family of Bill. What a nice guy. My prayers for the family.

Rick Plescia 2021-02-08 09:10:45

Mary Lou my deepest sympathies to you and your family!

Beverly Cliff 2021-02-08 09:18:01

Marylou to you and your entire family I'm so sorry for you loss. Sending my sincere condolences and prayers of peace and comfort to you and your entire family.

Janice Lindsey 2021-02-08 09:41:02

Dear Mary Lou, we are so sorry for the loss of Bill. He was taken way too soon. Our sympathy is extended to you, Brad and Brittany. The Price family mourns with you. May God bless you all.

Janice Lindsey 2021-02-08 09:42:44

Dear Mary Lou, we are so sorry for the loss of Bill. He was taken way too soon. Our sympathy is extended to you, Brad and Brittany. The Price family mourns with you. May God bless you all.

KEVIN KING 2021-02-08 10:40:52

BILL YOUR FOREVER IN MY HEART WE HAD OF LAUGHS IN GOOD AND BAD TIMES GOD SPEED UNTIL WE I CAN'T FINISH I'M CRYING LOVE YA

Meghan 2021-02-08 12:54:09

My fathers favorite stories have always involved you Billy, you will be missed terribly. Such a wonderful life you have lived, surrounded by so much love and wonderful memories. My heart goes out to everyone whom you have touched with your laughter, kindness, and love.

Judy Taylor 2021-02-08 13:02:44

My heart goes out to the Taylor family, such an immense loss. I will always remember his contagious laughter, he’d be laughing so while storytelling that the rest of us would be cracking up before we could hear the ending. I know you will be running your own comedy show up in heaven, and I can’t wait to laugh with you again.

Duane & Tammy Olsson + Family 2021-02-08 13:48:33

Our hearts go our to the Taylor Family. Bill was an AMAZING man who loved everyone and left a lasting impression on all those who crossed his path. He will be forever missed and you are ALL forever in our hearts. Please know we are ALWAYS here for you and are just a phone call away. Our deepest condolences, ((HUGS)) Much love, Duane, Tammy and Cubs (Hale-Olsson) Family

Duane & Tammy Olsson + Family 2021-02-08 13:52:34

Our hearts go our to the Taylor Family. Bill was an AMAZING man who loved everyone and left a lasting impression on all those who crossed his path. He will be forever missed and you are ALL forever in our hearts. Please know we are ALWAYS here for you and are just a phone call away. Our deepest condolences, ((HUGS)) Much love, Duane, Tammy and Cubs (Hale-Olsson) Family

Felice Polson 2021-02-08 14:14:54

My deepest condolences to the Taylor and Staton families. Billy was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. I am so sorry that we didn't get to have that reunion last year that he had in the works, but knowing him, he is probably busy planning something up there. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He is 2 good, 2 be, 4 gotten.

Samantha Foote 2021-02-08 14:27:39

My sincere at condolences to all family and friends of Mr. Taylor. May his bright spirits live on for many years to come.

Greg Thiemeyer 2021-02-08 15:40:26

One of my best friends that I never met in person. Rest in Peace.

Joanne Oswald Shadley 2021-02-08 16:13:50

Lynn and family I’m so very sorry for your loss. Billy’s friendliness and smile will always be remembered and missed. God bless you and your family during this time of loss. You will be remembered in my prayers. Love you Lynne!!

Christine Moderhak 2021-02-08 18:26:39

Billy was always the one to keep people together. He will be very missed! My love goes out to his family who he always made sure he took care of.

Bob Bagnuolo 2021-02-08 18:38:25

My sincere condolences to the Taylor Family. Peace and Prayers to Bill as the "Good Lord needed another Angel". On my way home from work today i passed by St. Viator's School and then went to Kostner and passed by your ex home and Schurz H.S, on the Kostner side of the Field to say my goodbye and Prayers to you. We shared a lot of good times together. You will be missed!

Jessica Curran 2021-02-09 09:59:09

I'm so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. He was a great guy who always had a smile on his face and a positive attitude. Prayers to the whole Taylor family.

Jessica Curran 2021-02-09 09:59:34

I'm so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. He was a great guy who always had a smile on his face and a positive attitude. Prayers to the whole Taylor family.

Regina & Randy Krieger 2021-02-09 10:50:50

Billy was such a wonderful person, he was blessed to have you all in his life, as much as we were all blessed to know him. Our hearts break for you but pray your memories will make you smile when you think of him. We love you all. Regina and Randy

BILL & NANCY TONNE 2021-02-09 10:57:37

Deepest sympathies to all of the Taylor families. Billy left an incredible impact on the lives of all of you and everyone that knew him. He will always be remembered! He is probably planning an all-star picnic in Heaven already. God speed!

Nancy Farrell 2021-02-09 11:09:48

Mary Lou, Brittany, and Brad (and the entire Taylor family) - My deepest sympathies on your loss. Bill had such a big personality and was always fun to be around. He will be greatly missed. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

Joy Latuvnik 2021-02-16 14:22:15

My deepest sympathies Mary Lou, Bradley & Brittany. Sending you love and light.

Jim Hussey 2021-03-10 15:56:08

So sorry to learn of Bill's passing. Deepest condolences to Tom and the entire Taylor family.

Mike Loftus 2021-04-13 19:36:38

I was shocked today when I found out he passed away 2 1/2 months ago. I called his cell and got a strange message from Global. I went online to look for what I hoped I would not find. This site. I met Billy in 2nd grade and went to kindergarten with Mary Lou. He was always a happy positive character. He always had ideas you could see him pull out of the cloud. His eyes would sparkle when he told a story, and he had many. He got to marry the prettiest girl at St. Viator's all the boys were in love with. I moved away to Florida after 7th grade and lost touch with him. My older sister Pat went to one of his famous reunions and told me he was around. I called him and found the lived 5 miles away from me, had been the the same house as long as I had, had 2 kids, had a great business and lost it and my story was the same. We got together and it was like we were never apart. It makes me think we will meet again. I hope not too soon. I hear the RIP messages but I don't think he can do that. He will be up there making some changes. Anyone that knows him will know that. We were not Saints here and have broken many if not all of the rules. But I can see him talking to St. Peter outside of the gates, and St. Peter going back in and out to check with our Father. Then giving into his smile and twinkle in his eye. I can almost see him in St. Peter's ear like Sargent Carter talking to Gommer, begging him to let his buddies in. He was a great salesmen. I will miss him until we meet again. I know God loves him! He has made many mistakes, and many good deeds to make up for them. I wish I could have said good bye, but look forward to saying I love you brother, again when we meet upstairs or in purgatory. Sorry for may rambling but IT's A BIG DEAL To ME!

Bob Hackett 2021-05-03 09:33:04

I am at a loss here in a. number of ways as I was thinking of Billy today and was going to call him and check in and say hello. To find this really is something I never expected, his smile and attitude toward life was infectious. Yes he was at times a naughty boy, but a funny naughty boy. I will miss you my friend. My condolences to the family.

Jim Guy 2021-05-21 22:50:02

Found out today. So sorry to hear about Billy. I remember him as a kid to becoming a man. Loved his brother Joe. We were family.

david norvalls 2021-07-22 10:41:25

I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I met him over 29 years ago playing flag football and I ended up watching my Cowboys win Super Bowl against Bills with Bill and Mary Lou and my then 6 month old son Matt. We had some great sports moments winning in football and softball championships, etc. He will be missed. Rest in Peace my friend-