Gary Michael Taylor
December 21, 1946 - November 9, 2004
Obituary
Gary Michael Taylor was born in Seattle, Washington to Donald L. Taylor and Alice E. Taylor. He was the third of seven children. Some of Gary’s early years were spent in Portland, Oregon, but he considered Seattle his home.
Gary and Janet were married at Central Lutheran Church on July 6, 1980. With her son, Mike Volz, they resided in West Seattle. A daughter, Sarah Elizabeth, was born four years later and will always be Gary’s greatest pride and joy.
Gary is also survived by hes brothers Donald Bill, Marshall, James Harvey, and Richard RT and sisters Dianna and Susan. He was ”Uncle Gary” to Aaron Volz and Mylo Lang and dearly loved by their parents Mike and Amanda Amy. He was son-in-law to Howard and Ruth Wingfield who treasured him as a wonderful husband and father.
Gary was known to many as Dr. Trash-or ‘the trashman’ – a name he gave himself after many years as a janitor for the Boeing Company and the hauling jobs he took on whenever the Machinists Union was on strike. He was founder and sole member of the Dr. Trash International Fan Club and his motto was ”One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.”
His sense of humor and gift of gab earned Gary friends wherever he went and he was fond of saying that no matter where he traveled he would know someone. Whether at a rock or jazz concert, a Mariners game or the London airport, there was always someone he could greet by name and say, ”I remember you.” Even those who had never met Gary benefited from his generous heart. He never passed a stranded motorist without stopping or calling for help. During Seattle’s infrequent snowstorms he alsways spent the night picking up strangers and making sure they go home safely.
Gary will be remembered for his humor, generosity and awareness of others by a large circle of friends and grateful strangers.
sorry to hear about your husband and father.the funniest thing i remember about gary was the time he came into work with a patch of hair off of one side of his head as the rest of his head was bald.when i welded for boeing until my retirement going on three years i would do some welding for him on “his” trash carts.he was a kick in the pants to be around as there was never a dull moment because he would think of something funny to do.again iam sorry to hear what happened sincerely ed.thomas
I will never forget Gary and the smile on his face when ever we saw each other. No matter how my day had gone up until then, after a few minutes of talking with Gary, my mood had shifted. Gary taught me that it is not what you do or what your job is. It is how you show up and make a difference in people’s life that counts. Gary’s light will continue to shine in my heart.
We will miss Gary’s A.K.A. Dr. Trash constant smile and laughter. He always spoke so lovingly of his family. Our hearts go out to you, and our deepest sympathy.
It was always a pleasure to be around Gary. His
positive attitude was infectious. There was a lot
of things he would do for others ,and he never let
anything bother him. He will surely be missed. My
condolences go out to his Family as I know that his
family was very important to him.
Dear Janet and Family, Was so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you. I’m sorry that I never had the opportunity to know your husband Gary. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead. Sincerely, Diane
Well I meet gary last year after being layed off for awhile and he was such the nice,s person,s it was like I,ve known this guy for year,s.He,s in great hand,s now. may god bless you all.
Gary-Dr.Trash will certainly be missed. He had a great sense of Humor and was always upbeat. He always talked highly of his family. My condolences to his family. God Bless you!!
Gary “DR.Trash”
He was always there to make you smile.. You will be truely missed!! My heart goes out to his family!!
I worked on and off with Gary for many years, I don’t ever remember seeing him without a smile on his face and if I didn’t have a smile he gave me one.. Gary would do anything and everything for anyone who needed him.He always spoke highly of his family and friends. My thoughts are with all of you at this very tragic time, take care and God Bless.
I was new to the Factory in March, coming from another building, and immediately Gary introduced himself and made me feel right at home.I’m in charge of the coffee area and he was always there to help out so, of course he got free coffee. He always spoke so fondly of his family, especially his daughter whom he was so proud of. I am so sorry,I will miss him
So sorry to hear of your loss of Gary. We were on the same crew at work, although we did not work at the same site. Gary will be missed by our gang. He was always very good about his cleaning and he would go out of his way for the customer’s needs and requests. I was extremely sad when I heard from our dispatcher what had happened. I’m praying that God would bring His comfort into your lives and that He would be your ever present help in your time of need!
gary, we hardly knew ye…
our heartfelt memories go out to the family and the friends of mr. taylor and hope that although he is gone, he will never be forgotten.
I couldn’t have asked for a nicer brother in law…and I am so happy you were in my sisters life. I wish you could have stayed longer…
I worked with Gary at the Kent Space Center in the year 2000 on the move crew. Gary was one of the guys who kept us all sane. It is true that any problem that came up he would have the solution. He was a good man and has a good soul. He will be missed by all. Truly Bil
Trash can man…my name for him..he was always so kind and a warm smile always. We will miss him so much here online…my prayers go out to you mrs taylor and family…
Trash we will all miss you and the laughter you brought us all from just one of your many cc/seesaw friends we wish the best for your family but i am sure they know your in a better place and will always be with them in their hearts see ya in heaven bro.
I didn’t know him that well, but he seemed like a really sweet person and my sincere respects go out to your family. I am sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathies go out to the family of, Gary Michael Taylor. A friend whom I have had the pleasure to meet online. I will remember him as a person who loved people, life, music and above all GOD. What I will remember him most by is that he always had a big warm smile on his face. I will miss you “Dr Trash”.
You will be missed for all your head gears and the wits that you are always sharing…….aloha and mahalo for all the fun we share on cameracafe
Gary was a great guy who will be greatly missed. My prayers to the family
My deepest sympathies to his family, I knew gary from the ‘net and considered him to be a prince of a guy.
To Gary’s family,
Gary was a great man and I spent many nights with him on videochat. He was comical and funny and I enjoyed his company. Few people can make me laugh – but Gary was one of them. He was a good man – and was good to people. I send my condolences to his family, and even though I’m just a person miles away that he only knew on the computer, he was still a friend. The last time I saw Gary on videochat, he told me about a free gmail email account that you could only get by invitation only – and he offered me an account. I didn’t know then, that that night would be the last night I would talk to him. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless your family in this sad time.
-Todd Doyle
I enjoyed his company and the many chats we had about music and guitar playing my condolences to his family that he loved so much . He will be missed.
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES.HE WAS A FRIEND YOU COULD ALWAYS COUNT ON WHEN TIMES WERE BAD TO LEND AN EAR AND PUT A SMILE ON YOUR FACE.THANKS FOR THE LAUGHS. HE WILL BE MISSED AND LOVED BY ALL HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS AT HOME AND ON LINE. MUCH LOVE DR. TRASH.
I did not know him well, but what I hear from other CCafe people is that it was guys like him that made sites like the cafe a pleasure.
Live everyday as if its your last!Life is too short and not fair! God Bless Family may we hope to find people like Gary when we go!
To the family of Gary Taylor. What a tragic accident. Hope you remember me and the rest of my family. We were his neighbors. With deepest sympathy. Maxine Gamba and family.