Edward William Taylor Jr.
August 12, 1941 - May 11, 2022
Ed was born in Utica, New York to Edward W. and Veronica Taylor. He is survived by his wife, Linda; daughter, Laura (Steve) Goldsworthy; son, Edward "Bill" (Jennifer) W. Taylor III; granddaughter, Emily Goldsworthy; grandsons, Christopher Taylor and Daniel Taylor and brother Richard (Nancy) Taylor. Ed was a Research Physicist with the U.S. Government, most of which was at the weapons lab & Phillips Laboratory. He also worked at UNM and NASA in addition to his own consulting firm. Ed was the recipient of many awards throughout his career. He was a member of several professional societies in which he was very active. Ed was especially active with his church, Prince of Peace, Albuquerque, NM, and took great comfort from his interactions with the groups in which he was involved. He cherished his involvement with the eucharistic ministry. Ed had such a zest for life and lived it to the fullest. Anyone who knew him knows that he was a passionate outdoorsman who lived to hunt, fish, and camp. A man of many talents, he was also an accomplished silversmith and loved to dance. He loved his family and always involved them in his many interests, so they, in turn, lead amazing lives.
Ed was born in Utica, New York to Edward W. and Veronica Taylor. He is survived by his wife, Linda; daughter, Laura (Steve) Goldsworthy; son, Edward "Bill" (Jennifer) W. Taylor III; granddaughter, Emily Goldsworthy; grandsons, Christopher Taylor... View Obituary & Service Information