James Francis Taylor

Passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022. He was born on December 1, 1948 in Pittsburgh, PA. He is survived by his wife, Mary Wrozek Taylor; 2 step-sons, Brian Wrozek (Ellen) of Dallas, TX, and Joe Wrozek of Holt, MI; sister, Kathy Taylor Bartman of Pittsburgh, PA; 2 grandsons, Ty and Jack Wrozek; 2 dear friends, Bill Quillen and Dan Berner, both of Pittsburgh, PA; and his golden retriever, Bella.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Cathrine Taylor.

Jim received his BS Degree from Salem College in West Virginia, PA in Orthopedics from Marygrove College and graduate studies from Northwestern University. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler and Pittsburgh University fan. He enjoyed football, soccer, and classic rock music and was a huge fan of Santana and Eric Clapton.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 28, 2022 at 10:30 AM at Queen of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church with Father Timothy MacDonald officiating. Interment to follow at St. John Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 27, 2022 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Desnoyer Funeral Home and from 10:00 to 10:30 AM on Monday, November 28, 2022 at Queen of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations to either the World Wildlife Fund, Sierra Club or the Humane Society would be appreciated.