To All,
We are sad to announce the passing of Chris Taylor March 21st, 2024 in
Cincinnati, OH. Chris was a PJ from 1982-1992 with assignments that included Korea and Eglin. Chris was a veteran of Desert Shield & Desert Storm. Per Chris’ wishes he will be interred in Chattanooga National Cemetery with military honors at a later date. We will pass that information along once the family has been able to make arrangements.
Some of us did not know Chris or just met him in passing. Those that did have the pleasure of knowing him, to a man, would tell you what a nice guy and fine PJ he was. He now joins the squadron of PJ Rescue Angels who have made their final jump.
When one of our brothers passes he takes a piece of our hearts with him. It would be immensely appreciated if those who have stories would send their remembrances & condolences.
Craig Taylor
[email protected]
5103 Grandview Drive
Albany, GA 31721
Christopher Richard Taylor, Sr., 59, of Cincinnati, OH, died March
21, 2024.
Chris was born in Cordele, GA on June 24, 1964, to Bobby R. Taylor and the late Martha Sue McNair Taylor. He graduated from Worth County High School in 1982. Shortly thereafter he joined the United States Air Force where he served
as a Pararescue Recovery (PJ) Specialist until December 1992.
After his honorable discharge from the USAF, he settled in Destin, Florida where he was the franchise owner and operator of Homes and Land of the Emerald Coast magazine.
Additionally, he continued to serve as a PJ in the U.S. Air Force Reserve for six (6) more years.
In 2003, he sold his franchise in Destin and relocated to Nashville, TN as the franchise owner and operator of Homes and Land of the Greater Nashville Area.
He made a career change in 2012, where he began working in turf management with Scott’s, TruGreen, and eventually ExperiGreen in Cincinnati, OH. He lived there until his death.
Chris enjoyed anything and everything outdoors. He loved hiking, camping, canoeing, hunting, fishing, and golfing. He obtained his private pilot’s license in 2003 and logged many hours in the air. He was also an avid football fan of the Georgia Bulldogs and was able to witness them win three national championships.
He is survived by his father, Bobby Richard Taylor, of Cordele, GA, and his sons, Christopher Richard Taylor, Jr. of Franklin, TN and John Luke Taylor (Melissa) of Middletown, OH, grandson Isaac Gabriel Taylor, brother, Craig (Deena) Taylor of Albany, GA, and nieces, Lindsey and Lauren, brother, Jonathan (Rachel) Taylor of Alcoa, TN and
nephews, Noah and Weston.
A memorial service will be held at the Chattanooga National Cemetery at a later date.
Steven S West
Vice President
Pararescue Association
614-207-4227c
It is my duty as a Pararescueman to save life and to aid the injured. I
will be prepared at all times to perform my assigned duties quickly and efficiently, placing these duties before personal desires and comforts. These things we do, that others may live.
