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Hamilton Taylor

Hamilton Taylor, 91, of Wilmington, DE, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2019, in his home of 53 years.
Born in Chester, PA he was stationed in post-war Japan with the U.S. Army. He earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University and worked for Delmarva Power and Light for 38 years. Since 1958 he was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church where he worshipped regularly and contributed countless hours as an active volunteer.
He was a member of the Indian Guides, the Delaware RC Club and the American Model Association. He was a long-time sponsor of the Candlelight Music Theater in Arden and enjoyed the Rainbow Theater and the American Music Theater. An enthusiastic and ardent ballroom and country music dancer, he attended local dances every week throughout his life.
Ham took pride in his gardening and his yard always displayed beautiful plants and flowers. Every summer friends and family eagerly anticipated his delicious tomatoes. Radio controlled model airplane building was a lifelong passion. He was widely known as an expert builder and model designer with his remarkable attention to detail and meticulous craftsmanship.
Helping family, friends and strangers, he lived a life of service and will be remembered dearly for his kindness and compassion. He always put others needs and desires ahead of his own. Hamilton was the epitome of a life well lived. He will be deeply missed by everyone he knew.
Ham is survived by his children Kenneth Taylor and his wife Jean of Northbridge, MA, Janis Phillips and husband Ed of Emerald Isle, NC, and Glenn Taylor and wife Chris of Newark, DE; grandchildren Wayne, Keith, Kimberly, Eric, Brenda, Kevin and Sharon; seven great grandchildren; sisters Elizabeth Taylor and Grace Rowe of PA, Letitia Hull of DE and Polly Donnelly of SC; a nephew Alan Atkinson of FL and dear friend and companion Jean Slosky of PA.
Memorial services will be held Friday, 22 November, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1120 Darley Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19810.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Trinity Presbyterian Church.

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Memorial services will be held Friday, 22 November, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1120 Darley Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19810.

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    Carol Mueller writes,
    Condolences to the family. We are all going to miss Hammy. RIP Uncle Hammy.
    11/16/2019 06:11 pm
    Pat and Jim Becker lit a candle and writes,
    The Becker Family have you all in our thoughts and prayers.
    11/17/2019 08:43 am
    Judy Badders writes,
    I just read Ham’s obit and want to say that his family captured beautifully who the man was. I saw all those qualities whenever I was in his presence. With my respect and deep sympathy, Judy Badders, a retired DP&L fellow employee
    11/17/2019 12:20 pm
    Ted Dwyer writes,
    I am sorry to read of Ham's passing. He was a good man and a friend. I met him when I started working out with him at PMRI at Pelleport. He was in his 80's at the time. It always amazed me that he was so faithful to his workout at that age. And he was always so positive. It is no wonder that he lived to be 91. Condolences to his family and may his soul rest in peace.
    11/17/2019 05:21 pm
    Elizabeth and Bill Beasley lit a candle and writes,
    Janis your father was a kind loving and wonderful father and grandfather. So very sorry for your loss 😢 you and your family will be in my prayers.
    11/17/2019 05:58 pm
    Letitia Hull lit a candle and writes,
    Hammy was the best big brother a girl could ask for. He was always there for me in my teen years. He offered good advice and gave criticism when needed. Many good childhood memories. Rest in peace brother-dear. Tish
    11/18/2019 08:33 am
    Joe Sardo writes,
    I was very sad to learn of Mr. Taylor’s passing from Glenn recently who I went to high school with. I recall having many meaningful conversations with Mr. Taylor and he was genuinely interested in what was going on with Glenn’s close friends from school. He had a great sense of humor and was a kind soul. May he Rest In Peace.
    11/18/2019 09:19 am
    Dawn Hollett writes,
    Glen and Chris so sorry for the loss of your Father and Father in-law. Chris always spoke of him with a smile. Prayers to you and your family.
    11/18/2019 09:00 pm
    Joanne and Bill Spellane writes,
    What a sweet man the world just lost. Prayers and hugs to the Ken Taylor family and extended family.
    11/19/2019 12:19 pm
    Greg Stilwell writes,
    Ham was my wonderful neighbour in Ashbourne Hills and his the kids were across the street. I worked on some of his planes as he was very interested in them. We had partys at times with the neighbours as we all were just begining our lives. I hope the kids remember me as all those neighbours are now gone except me. my kids Greg & Margret still remember them.Janis should remember Margret i hope as they played together until Hammy moved away. Many DP&L guys remenmber him fondly too. I remember when he lost Bert and I lost Helena too. I will try to get to the funeral as I am 90 myself. Wish the kids the best as they lost a really great guy as I an quite sure they know. Greg
    11/20/2019 03:05 pm

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