This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Taylor, Purdy, Martell, MacDonald Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/WOC.2ACE/3162 Message Board Post: The Pictou Advocate, Wednesday, March 30, 1988 - Gerald A. Taylor, 62, of 12 Hinesdale Drive, Sydney, died Tuesday, Mar. 22 in Sydney City Hospital. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late William and Lila (Purdy) Taylor. He was a policeman most of his life, having retired from the Sydney Police Force in 1983 as a sergeant. He served with the Royal Canadian Army during the Second World War. He was a member of the Elks Club and Royal Canadian Legion Branch 12. He is survived by his wife, the former Mabel Martell; three sons; three daughters; two sisters, including Thelma MacDonald, New Glasgow; three grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers. The body has been cremated. Memorial service was Thursday, Mar. 24 in United Baptist Church, Sydney, Rev. Willis Henderson officiating. Donations may be made to any charity. Posted for information only.