JOHN R. TAYLOR age 77. Beloved husband of Rita (nee Connelly); loving father of Tracie Knapp (Randy), Sean, and Kelly Bugala (Chris); cherished grandfather of Shannon, Samantha, and Kate; dear brother of Jane Biss, William, and the late Mary Claire Novy; loving uncle of many. Born in Cleveland, John was a graduate of West Tech High School, Kent State University, and the Thunderbird School of Global Management. He was retired from the international insurance industry, helping to establish offices in S.E. Asia, the Caribbean, and South America. He and his family lived abroad for many years. John was a U.S. Air Force Veteran and completed two New York City Marathons. Nov. 7, 2008. Funeral Service Monday Nov. 10 at 7:30 P.M. in the CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME 29150 LORAIN RD. AT STEARNS N. OLMSTED where friends may call MONDAY 2-4 6 PM. TILL TIME OF SERVICE. In lieu of flowers contributions to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.