TAYLOR NEIL ALLYN

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NEIL ALLYN TAYLOR
July 14, 1948 - October 30, 2022

It is with heavy hearts that we grieve the loss of Neil Allyn Taylor, Prince George, British Columbia, at age 74. Neil was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on July 15, 1948.
He is survived by his loving spouse of 44 years, Susan Taylor (Swinton), son Corey (Karin), daughter Trista (Gurp Sidhu), and grandson Lucas; as well as brothers, Derek (Leona), Daryl, and Kevin Taylor; sisters, Valerie Hadath, Corinne Hrynkow, Nancy (Edward) Komyshyn, Susan (Jerry) Vigon; sister-in-law Alison Bowers, brother-in-law Richard Swinton, mother-in-law Lois Swinton, and numerous nieces and nephews. Neil was pre-deceased by his mother and father Edith (Harrison) and Archibald Taylor; his sister Kathleen, father-in-law Bruce Swinton, sister-in-law Leona Taylor; and brothers-in-law, Bob Hadath and Ted Bowers.
Neil grew up in Transcona and Brandon, Manitoba, and joined the RCMP in February 1969. He held numerous postings throughout BC. Neil loved his career and strived to provide service to his communities to the best of his ability. He retired as a Staff Sergeant in April 2004. Upon retirement, Neil took up a different kind of service, as a professional coach driver in Prince George for Diversified Transportation's contract with Northern Health, ensuring people in remote communities had access to the medical care they required. Although this did take him away from home more than he would have liked, he found meaning in helping those in greater need.
Throughout his life, Neil enjoyed camping and fishing, especially trips with his wife, children, and siblings. Maui was a special place for Neil and Susan, and they often convinced other family members and close friends like Chris and Jackie Berkey to join them.
Neil deeply loved his family. With close relatives spread out over western Canada, any chance to get together was always cherished. A favourite destination was Rocky Lake, MB, which always brought back fond childhood memories.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Society.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 12, 2022