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WILLIAM TAYLOR Obituary

WILLIAM A. TAYLOR

April 22, 2012

William A. Taylor, long-time Fort Myers resident and real estate broker, passed away on Sunday, April 22nd at Hope Hospice. He was 62. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Helen and Claude E.Taylor. He is survived and will be deeply missed by his loving companion, Shelley Magnaghi, his sisters Margaret (Ed) Sugg, Kitty (Rusty) Norman, Anne (Tony) Valenti, his nieces, Cynthia Colbert, Kristin Biancardi, Jenna Kirby and Maria Valenti, nephew, Nick Valenti and step-mother, Lynne Taylor.

Bill was born in Martinsville, Virginia and moved to Fort Myers with his family in 1960, just in time for Hurricane Donna. He graduated from Fort Myers High School where he was Student Council President, Class President and instrumental in the creation and building of the Student Union Building. Bill graduated from Florida Southern College in Lakeland with a B.A. degree and returned to Fort Myers to begin his real estate career. He established William A. Taylor Associates, a residential and commercial firm, in 1978. Bill served as President of the Fort Myers Realtor Associates, District Vice President of the Florida Association of Realtors, State President of the Florida Realtors Land Institute, National Regional Governor of the National Realtors Land Institute and was voted Realtor of the Year. Bill, always conscious of giving back to his community, volunteered his time and services over the years to Neurofibromatosis State Association, United Way, Edison State College Foundation, Relay for Life, Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center, Lee County Library, Reading Festival, and was Chairman of Jazz on the Green from 2001-2007, for the benefit of Children's Charities of Southwest Florida. For his support in the revitalization of the River District downtown, Mayor Randy Henderson presented Bill with a key to the city of Fort Myers. Bill was an accomplished photographer and enjoyed boating, fishing and jazz. He loved Shelley, his family, and cherished the companionship of many lifelong friends. We would like to thank the caring staff of both Hope Hospice and Gulf Coast Medical Center. A memorial service in celebration of Bill's life will be held on Friday, June 8 at 11 A.M. at First Assembly of God Church, 4701 Summerlin Road. Watch www.williamataylor.blogspot.com for details.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hope Hospice, The Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida Capital Fund, or the Claude E. Taylor Memorial Scholarship at Edison State College. Arrangements by National Cremation Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 29, 2012.

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Shelley Magnaghi

May 19, 2013

Dear Sweet William,
I miss you with every fiber of my being, but you are with me everywhere. Happy Birthday this week, see you in the shells on the beach and in the stars of the night sky. Love You,
"Irish, Italian, Indian, Walking Away Talking" me.

William Pigozzi

November 20, 2012

Bill - You were a true friend. We met at Florida Southern College and shared the great bond of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, which was very special to both of us. We worked together in related industries, you as a gifted real estate broker and myself at a general contractor. I learned a great deal from you on both a social and business level. You were very good to my family. All of us will miss the boat trips, the exceptional jazz music and most of all; YOU. Thanks for being the exceptional person you were, and everything you did for me.
William D. Pigozzi

Sarah Woodby

May 29, 2012

Bill, I was so wrapped up in the sickness and untimely death of my Husband, that I didn't see this until today. We grew up together, spent alot of time walking around Allen Park School and surrounding streets. Unfortunately, as happens in life, we went in different directions. I married at 20 and was married for 42 years to Jim Woodby. He entered eternal life on May 15, 2012 at the same facility as yours. I saw you at class reunions, and would hear about you often through others. May God's Pure Blessings surround you in your perfect home now. Say Hello to my Husband. Love, Sarah

May 3, 2012

My condolences to Kitty and her family in the loss of your wonderful brother. May God Bless you all.

- Jan McConn, Lakeland, Florida

Pam Naylor

May 1, 2012

Bill, I remember when you moved to Ft. Myers. We were only 10, but from that first day you made friends so easily and became a friend to so many. Your kindness, business sense, strong sense of family and character are qualities everyone should have, and the world would be a better place. You will be missed. Fondly, Pam P. Naylor

Diana Duque-Mumme

May 1, 2012

Bill,
You have always been there for me. You always cheered me up when I was down, gave me confidence when i did not believe in myself,always saw the good in everything, always had a solution for everything.I knew that I can always count on you to have an answer for everything. I am going to miss my dear friend. I know you are in heaven and will still continue to be there for me. I love you, and miss you dearly.

Karen Sloan

May 1, 2012

I just heard the sad news. My heart goes out to you, Shelley. I feel very fortunate to have known Bill and worked with him during his time running Jazz on the Green. The experience I gained working with Bill helped to shape my future career path. I will be forever grateful. Bill made a very positive impact in our community and on his many, many friends.

Ron Brodeur

April 30, 2012

Bill, my great friend, I'll miss you very much. We had lot's of fun together and some great conversations. It's hard to believe you are gone. The children of Lee County thank you for all that you did for them.
With Love,

Kim, "Jazz Diva" Algaier

April 29, 2012

Bill, my friend ... Thank you for making the world a MUCH better place. Your legacy of love, compassion and kindness is inextricably woven into the texture, the fabric of Southwest Florida. Jazz on the Clouds, see you there!

Rev. Renee Bledsoe

April 29, 2012

Dear Bill~
You took me under your wing and you gave me wings. My work in the world is better because of you. You will always live on in my heart. Sending blessings of light, healing, peace and love to you in the beyond and to our, Shelley. May you have a good journey.
Love,
Renee

Jud Plevin

April 29, 2012

Bill,
You are already missed by so many of us who have known you through the years. It was such a wonderful experience at Hospice House watching you get honored with the "Key to Ft Myers" from the Mayor. But most of all, I will cherish the memories with you & Shelley & all our wonderful friends through out the years at "Jazz On The Green."
GOD Bless & Rest in Peace My Friend,
Love, Judi Plevin

Kris Volpone

April 29, 2012

Bill - your compassionate and loving heart will be missed. I look forward to joining you for the best jazz jam ever for eternity. Until then I will continue to serve with you in mind, and you please rest well my friend. Sincerely, your friend, Kris Volpone.

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