Kenneth N Taylor

Born: May 16, 1965

Passed: June 6, 2021@ OSF St Anthony's Rockford

Kenneth N (a k a Kenny and "Skin") Taylor, age 56 of DeKalb passed away at OSF St Anthony's.  He was born May 16, 1965 in DeKalb to Barbara Dittbenner-Hans and Jerre K. Taylor.

He enjoyed watching his children/grandchildren grow and being able to be there for their activities/sporting events.  He was a DeKalb wrestler growing up (Class of '83), continued that passion with his two sons, and went on further to help out with the DeKalb Wrestling Club events and Michelle with concessions.  He was honored to be named a Friend of Wrestling at the Hall of Fame banquet.  Ken's kids could always count on Dad to be there whether it was as a coach or their biggest cheerleader.

All the younger kids that Ken happen to come into contact with, always knew he was good for a popsicle.  In the last couple of years he has enjoyed his almost daily breakfast/video gaming trips with his buddy, David Koivunen.

He is survived by his wife Michelle,daughter Ashley , sons Zachary of DeKalb, and Devin(Samantha Gray) of Jonesboro, AR.  His beloved little people that gave his eyes that extra twinkle, Karmella, Jakorri, Mariah, and Grayson.  Sisters, Renie (Jim) Schroeder of Springfield, Judy Smith of Plano, and Geri (Jim) Bankston of DeKalb.  Brother, Robert (Melony) Taylor of Rochelle.  So many nieces/nephews, as well as great ones, cousins, many friends, and the mother of his children, Pamala Taylor.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Jim Clark, and sister Diane Clark.

Per Ken's request there will be no services, and a celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to: Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL, 60115 (815) 758-3841.