Raymond Taylor

Raymond M. Taylor 82 of Mizpah NJ beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend passed away at home on May 22, 2015. Raymond was born on July 31, 1932 to the late Angelina (Ford) & Robert Elliot Taylor in Atlantic City NJ. He attended Atlantic County school systems in Egg Harbor City NJ. He served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. Raymond was employed by Sun Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co., in Chester PA, for 47yrs. Raymond is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Gloria K. (Beckwith) Taylor whom he affectionately called "Kay," 4 children, Raymond (Debra), Raynard (Joycelyn), Renee and raised Jacqueline Bernard (Calvin) as his daughter; sibling Lucille Gant; 6 grandchildren DuJuan, Amirah, Ramon, Raynard, Asha, and Ya'Nai; 14 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Home going service will be 11:00 am Friday May 29, 2015, Boakes Funeral Home, 6050 Main St. Mays Landing NJ. Viewing will be 9:00am-11:00am.