Tyrone Taylor Sr

Tyrone Taylor, Sr., affectionately known as “Ty” and “T,” was born on September 17, 1962 in New York City to the late Naomi Harper. Tyrone was one of thirteen children. When He was a youth, his family migrated to Baltimore where he received his formal education in the Baltimore City Public School System. Also, during his foundational years, he received Christian education by attending church services with his family and witnessing the powerful prayer life of his mother. Tyrone’s family described him as a mischievous youth who became a fun-loving adult who enjoyed being a prankster. Although he was known for his light-heartedness, he was reliable, and his family and friends could depend on him for assistance. In 1986, Tyrone enlisted in the United States Army. Following active duty, he served in the army reserve. Tyrone was hardworking with a strong work ethic. As a civilian, he held several positions with various employers in the fields of transportation, warehousing and manufacturing. With each employer, his diverse skills and talents allowed him to perform several roles. While working in transportation, he was a driver and a dispatcher. As a mobility driver, he was outgoing and exhibed a caring spirit with respect for those he transported and an interest in their well-being. Tyrone met and married the love of his life, the former Carol James. He knew how blessed he was to find a virtuous, loving, caring, intelligent, and beautiful wife. He also enjoyed being a father and grandfather. He loved his children and grandchildren and was protective of them. Tyrone had several hobbies and interests throughout his life. He loved music and was known as “The Music Doctor.” He provided music for family events such as cookouts and crab feasts as well as events sponsored by friends and others. He also enjoyed photography and videography and would capture spontaneous images of family members especially during holidays. In addition, he enjoyed kick boxing and being a member of the “Wolf Pack,” a conversion van club. One of his greatest joys was spending time with his dogs, Carter and Bryson. In his final days, Tyrone initiated a conversation to make it clear that he was returning to his foundation, and he stated that his faith was in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. After a ten-month battle with cancer, on December 30, 2020, Tyrone peacefully went home to be with the Lord. Tyrone was preceded in death by his mother, Naomi Harper; his son, Tyree Taylor; and his siblings, Delores McCullum, Michael White, Linda Kelly, Darnell Kelly, Kenneth Taylor, and Samuel Kelly. He leaves to cherish his memory: his loving and devoted wife, Carol James-Taylor; one son, Tyrone Taylor, Jr.; five daughters, Tyra Taylor, Tyesha Taylor, Tylesha Taylor, Orielle Baker, and Brandi McDonald; seventeen grandchildren; three brothers, Reginald Pitts, Daniel Taylor, and Detroit Taylor; three sisters, Deborah Taylor, Diane Taylor, and Kathy Shanklin; One aunt, Wilma Williams; One Uncle, Luther Williams; four brothers-in law, Anthony Dixon, Ronald James, Kevin James, and Curtis Bethelmy; two sisters-in-law, Sharon Bethelmy and Lauren James; and numerous other relatives and friends.

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Tyrone Taylor Sr

September 17, 1962 - December 30, 2020