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View a eulogy for William Ross Taylor, USMA '69, who passed away on October 17, 2024.

William Ross Taylor

West Point, 1969

Be Thou At Peace

Posted by Bill Bahr, USMA '69 on November 20, 2024:

From the "Howitzer" -- 1969

WILLIAM ROSS TAYLOR, Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, E-4

With a wrap on his leg and a debate trophy sticking out of his hip pocket, this Pennsylvanian has managed to thwart the hospital's ambition to operate thrice on his knees. Even though he was sought by corps squad soccer, Bill devoted his talents to debate trips, academics (just enough to get stars), and necromancing (the leader of 4923's evening seances). With his natural ability to lead, his future in the armor looks bright.

Class Committee 2, 1; First Captain's Forum 3; Debate Council and Forum 4, 3, 2, Vice President 1. Armor.

Find a Grave (cremated): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/271742680/william_ross-taylor

USMA classmate, may you rest in peace.

 
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