Ed was born in Oklahoma City, the son of Lewis Francis Taylor and Frances McKinney Taylor. He grew up in Oklahoma City. Ed attended OU and SMU School of Banking, where he earned a degree in Finance. He was employed with Express Personnel for 24 years following several years in the banking industry. Ed was a movie buff and enjoyed reading. He also refinished furniture and maintained an immaculate yard. He loved his dogs. Ed passed away on June 22 at his home. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Cecilia "Ceci", for over 17 years. He is also survived by his daughter, Sabra Taylor and her mother, Patricia Taylor; brother, Carl Taylor and wife, Ina; and a sister, Mary Reid and husband Cecil. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday, June 24 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. followed by an evening prayer service at 6 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Edmond. Burial will follow at Resurrection Memorial Cemetery. Contributions may be made in Ed's memory to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School , 924 S. Boulevard, Edmond, OK 73034.