Michael L Taylor was born May 18, 1952, to Clarence “Bud” and Lorraine (Pannell) Taylor in Spencer, Iowa. He received his early education at Lake Center Schools before the family moved to Spirit Lake where he graduated from Spirit Lake High School in 1970. He lived in Spencer and Milford for most of his life.
Mike worked at Morton Buildings; Spencer Livestock Sales and farmed; Mauer Manufacturing; Eberle Auction Service and Polaris. He was known to be a hard worker who also loved being with family, playing cards and fishing.
Mike passed away on May 20, 2022, at his daughter’s home, in Greeley, Colorado, at the age of 70 years from ALS. He was diagnosed with ALS October 14, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Mike is survived by his children, Jayson (Deanna) Taylor and Jill (Troy) Fox; 2 grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Linda Taylor and Merilee Taylor; other relatives and friends. Blessed be the memory of Michael L Taylor.