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John William “Big John” Taylor

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Birth	:	29 Dec 1940
Death	:	13 Apr 2014 Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Iowa Veterans Cemetery, Adel, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.5453300, -93.9520035
Plot	:	SECTION WALL3 ROW C SITE 24
Description	:	John "Big John" William TaylorJohnston, formerly of Van MeterJohn, 73, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2014 at the VA Medical Center in Des Moines. A private family service will held at a later date but all are invited to join the family for a BBQ party at the Van Meter American Legion on Friday, May 9 at 5 p.m.John was a proud US Marine Corps Veteran who served three tours in Vietnam from 1961 to 1970 where he was a radio technician on the AFVN Radio Network. He received The Joint Service Commendation Medal signed by General Creighton Abrams for... Read More	John "Big John" William TaylorJohnston, formerly of Van MeterJohn, 73, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2014 at the VA Medical Center in Des Moines. A private family service will held at a later date but all are invited to join the family for a BBQ party at the Van Meter American Legion on Friday, May 9 at 5 p.m.John was a proud US Marine Corps Veteran who served three tours in Vietnam from 1961 to 1970 where he was a radio technician on the AFVN Radio Network. He received The Joint Service Commendation Medal signed by General Creighton Abrams for his outstanding professional knowledge in the field of electronics. This rare and distinguished medal was awarded to him for meritorious service in the performance of his duties during May 1969 to March 1970. He was employed with the Milwaukee Railroad for 10 years and retired as a well respected finish carpenter, a job that he truly loved. John was also a member of the Van Meter American Legion Post 403. John will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend who will be greatly missed by all. He never met a stranger and his greatest joys in life were his family and friends. John was known for handing out gold coins and candy bars to everyone he met and will be remembered for his hat. He had a very special relationship with five of his great-grandchildren, Caleb, Estella, Zack, Adriana and Gage. John is survived by his children, John Jr. (Lorna) Taylor, Bobbi Taylor, Deb (Mike) Kelly and Lori (Joe) Lipsett; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brother, Wayne Taylor; brother-in-law, Ken Krukow; sisters-in-law, Phyllis (Jack) Sheaffer of TX and Rhea (Tom) Joice of OK and by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlene Taylor; daughter, Lorri Taylor; long-term companion, Jane Morrow; a sister and two brothers.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Van Meter American Legion Post 403 or to VA Medical Center Voluntary Services. Published in Des Moines Register on Apr. 15, 2014

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John William “Big John” Taylor's memorial is located at: Iowa Veterans Cemetery, Adel, Dallas County, USA.
When did John William “Big John” Taylor death?
John William “Big John” Taylor death on 13 Apr 2014 in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 41.5453300
Longitude: -93.9520035

Family Members:

Parent

James Smith Taylor

(1899 - 1982)

Bonnie Pauline Tuttle Taylor

(1913 - 1988)

Spouse

Siblings

Gerald Edward Taylor

(1937 - 2013)

Doris June Hill Krukow

(1933 - 2009)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Iowa Veterans Cemetery
Adel, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5453300, -93.9520035

2. Van Meter Cemetery
Van Meter, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5269012, -93.9439011

3. SBT Cemetery
Van Meter, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5569000, -93.9297028

4. Otterman Cemetery
De Soto, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5661011, -93.9835968

5. Clayton Cemetery
Van Meter, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5175018, -93.9250031

6. Williams Cemetery
Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5886002, -93.9606018

7. Oakland Cemetery
De Soto, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5219002, -94.0021973

8. Booneville Cemetery
Booneville, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5293999, -93.8843994

9. Payton Cemetery
Jefferson Township, Madison County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4958000, -93.9800034

10. Union Chapel Cemetery
Jefferson Township, Madison County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4961815, -93.9056015

11. Miller Cemetery
Adel, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6133003, -93.9749985

12. Trinity German Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.4749985, -93.9550018

13. Ellis Cemetery
De Soto, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5485992, -94.0475006

14. Waukee Cemetery
Waukee, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6016998, -93.8842010

15. IOOF Cemetery
Adel Township, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6192017, -93.9991989

16. Merical Cemetery
Adams Township, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6321360, -93.9702060

17. Fairview Cemetery
Madison Township, Madison County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4684700, -94.0170900

18. Longmire Cemetery
Adams Township, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5595780, -94.0731940

19. Huston Cemetery
Boone Township, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5596120, -93.8283660

20. Rodenbaugh-Van Fossen Cemetery
Adel, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6105995, -94.0468979

21. McKibben Cemetery
Adams Township, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5317001, -94.0802994

22. Oakdale Cemetery
Adel, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6253014, -94.0267029

23. Kinnick Cemetery
Adel, Dallas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6392000, -93.9993000

24. Powell Cemetery
Madison Township, Madison County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4472000, -94.0166000