Published in the March 31, 2017 edition

Taylor-obit-webJUNO BEACH, FL — John Earl Taylor Jr., 58, passed away on March 13 of a heart attack. He was the son of Marie Taylor and the late John Earl Taylor. He was born and raised in Melrose then spent the last 10 years living in Juno Beach, Florida. He was the husband of Karen (Moussette) Taylor and was married for 24 years. John was the brother of Brenda Salvati of Wakefield, Marie Rennie of North Andover, Diane Fuqua of West Hills, CA, Paula Ciroli of No. Providence, RI, Susan Castelli of No. Providence, RI, and Karen Keevers of Smithfield, RI. He was the uncle of 10 nieces and nephews. We will remember John doing what he loved: flying, fishing and boating!