Judge Ronald James Taylor
July 24th, 1936 - June 29th, 2016
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Judge's Obituary
Judge Ronald James Taylor, 79, of Benton Harbor passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel & Cremation Services. Memorial contributions may be made to Hanson Hospice Center. Those wishing to leave an online condolence for Ronald may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com.
Ronald was born on July 24, 1936 in Detroit, MI to Russell & Alice (Cadieux) Taylor. On May 28, 1958, Ronald married the love of his life, Nancy Hoffius, in Kalamazoo. He was a proud member of St. Augustine’s Church and the St. Joseph Rotary Club. Ronald was an avid fan of motorsports, especially automobile racing. He was a long time amateur racer as well as a loyal Indy Car racing fan. He attended 64 consecutive Indianapolis 500 races.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Nancy; sons, Robert (Debbie) Taylor of FL and David (Mary Jean) Taylor of Benton Harbor; grandchildren, Kaitlin, Russell (Cathy), Perry and Charlie; and great-grandchildren, Noah.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Russell & Alice.
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