Mr. Jerry Donald Taylor

September 29, 1952 - January 21, 2021

Jerry D. Taylor was born on September 29, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois. The beloved son of J.T. and Verdie Taylor. At a young age, he accepted Christ as his Savior. He was baptized at Progressive Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago, where he was a devoted member. Jerry attended Carver High School where he played basketball. After graduation, he attended Eastern State University. He was drafted into the United States Army and served his country, with honors. After serving his country, he met the love of his life, Madeleine Alford. After their union of marriage, they had three children. Upon his return from the service, he began his career with the U.S. Postal Service, where he worked for 41 years before retiring. He also volunteered at the Red Cross for 25 years. At a young age, he loved playing his harmonica, with that grew his love of music. In his spare time, he loved to travel, go fishing, camping, photography, bowling, billiards, playing cards, and barbequing with family and friends. Jerry began his journey to with the Lord on January 21, 2021. He leaves to cherish his loving memory: wife, Madeleine Taylor; children, Candace, Stephanie, Leola (John); grandchildren, Arianna, Jerah, Cody Ramos, and Damarreo, great grandchildren, Cody [r., Vybz, and Nyno all of Milwaukee, WI; sisters, Geraldine (J im) of Chi go, IL, Mary (Frank) King of Gurnee, IL, Ola Taylor, and Antion: tte Valentine; brother, Anthony (Annie) all of Milwaukee, WI; and a h st of nieces, nephews, extended families, friends, and loving friend, Ore