Michael David Taylor II Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Michael David Taylor II, 39, was found deceased at his home on Friday, June 28, 2019. He was born September 14, 1979 in Boise Idaho to Mike and Robin Taylor (Cazier). Michael, (known by his friends as Mike, but always Michael to his family) was loved by many. He was most proud of his beautiful and handsome children, Ehlana, Talen, and their sister Amarah. He loved his family. Michael was a very kind individual who loved to make people laugh, if someone was angry or sad, he would try to get them to smile or laugh. He worked at several different occupations during his short life, but restaurant service was what suited him best. He was always able to connect with customers and enjoyed improving their dining experience. He loved going up the canyons and having a campfire to roast hotdogs and smores. He also loved fishing and camping. Michael was an avid reader, who loved fantasy, science fiction, and some mystery. Some of his favorite authors were J.R.R. Tolkien, Clive Custler and Terry Brooks. He was also a huge Star Wars fan. Michael is loved by his children, siblings, parents and extended family and will be sorely missed until we meet again. Michael was preceded in death by his grandparents Marie Sears, Wilfred Taylor, and Elden Cazier and his uncle Don Harvey. He is survived by his children Ehlana Taylor and Talen Taylor; his parents Mike and Robin Taylor; siblings Vance (Nicole) Taylor, Amanda (Doug) Dearden, Krystin (Josh) Young; grandmother Beverly Grant; 12 aunts and 11 uncles, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Services for Michael will be held on Saturday, July 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints chapel at 4425 West Cedar Hills Drive, Cedar Hills Utah, 84062. There will be a family gathering and public greeting from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. preceding the funeral in the relief society room. All whose lives were touched by Michael are invited and welcome to attend.

Michael David Taylor II

September 14, 1979 - June 28, 2019