DAVID WILLIAM Passed away suddenly on January 3, 2012 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born on January 30, 1936 to William Taylor and Marian Finotti. David will be remembered as a generous, loving, family man with a life full of adventure and innovation. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1953-61 and was a proud graduate of the University of Florida (B.S. Mechanical Engineering '63). He worked at Pratt & Whitney, RDA, and Rocketdyne where he designed and tested turbojets and laser weapons. David was an avid sailor, frequenting the Caribbean and restoring his sailboat in St. Martin. David is survived by his four children, Shariesse (Robert), Chrisann (Kaila), Shawn (Sharon), David (Tara); five grandchildren, John, Brandon (Ali), Dustin, Jackson and Jennison; two great-grandchildren, Alynna and Antony; ex-wife and dear friend, Phyllis Boyts Taylor, married 41 years; two sisters, Faye Walz (Dave) and Sue Jenkins. David's last 14 years were lovingly shared with Donna Allison, his constant companion and travel partner; along with her three children, Terri (David), Tony (Crissy), Tom; and grandson, Brad. David touched the lives of many. He will be sorely missed by his friends at the Solo Club where he served on the Board of Directors, remaining active until his death. A celebration of life will be held January 30, 2012, 6:00 PM, Ladera Golf Course Banquet Room, 3401 Ladera Dr NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to National Alliance on Mental Illness, PO Box 3086, Albuquerque NM 87190.
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