Steve Taylor
September 26, 1955 - May 12, 2026
We honour and remember a remarkable man whose strength, compassion, and resilience left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Steve lived a life defined by perseverance, generosity, heart, and joy. He believed deeply in helping others and offering wisdom wherever he could, always wanting to give more than he received. With a big heart and showing empathy in every situation, you could always count on him.
In Memory of Stephen Wayne Taylor
September 26, 1955 — May 12, 2026
Stephen Wayne Taylor, age 70, of Vernon, passed away suddenly on May 12, 2026, in a tragic commercial vehicle accident. Steve was born on September 26, 1955, in Sulphide, Ontario to William and Ila Taylor. We honour and remember a remarkable man whose strength, compassion, and resilience left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Steve lived a life defined by perseverance, generosity, heart, and joy. He believed deeply in helping others and offering wisdom wherever he could, always wanting to give more than he received. With a big heart and showing empathy in every situation, you could always count on him.
He left fingerprints on the world without ever asking for recognition. His resilience, creativity, sense of humour, kind heart, passion, openness to adventure, love of nature, hunting, fishing, sports, and appreciation for the simple things in life will never be forgotten. He always reminded everyone to enjoy the moment before it’s a good memory. Through every challenge he faced, he chose courage. He taught those around him to give it your all, and standing firmly in what you believe in.
Steve’s friendships stretched across Canada, a testament to the kind of person he was. His phone was constantly ringing with meaningful conversations that lasted for hours — friends seeking his wisdom, comfort, humour, or simply the warmth of his presence. He had a rare gift for making people feel valued, heard, and important. He always offered advice, and had a big heart for in-depth communication. He worked hard, loved fully, conversed intentionally, and never stopped caring for others. Always checking in on others, telling stories about the simple joys of everyday life, and making people feel genuinely important.
He embraced life through many experiences, including coordinating concerts in his joy and love for good music and entertainment — featuring Willie Nelson, Elton John, Waylon Jennings, Phil Collins, and many more. He also helped build major projects across Canada, including the Jasper Skywalk — a breathtaking glass structure suspended above the mountainside in Jasper National Park. Heights of building never brought fear. Through strong winds, harsh weather, and towering mountainous backdrops: it never intimidated him. He was immensely proud of helping create something ever so inspiring, reflecting the craftsmanship and determination he carried throughout his life.
The Jasper Skywalk became a meaningful place for his family, where both his son and daughter visited, and where in 2024, his daughter became engaged in honour of her father’s legacy. The mountains may hold the skywalk he helped create, but his greatest legacy was never built from steel or stone — it lives in the countless lives he touched. Whether it was family, friends, or even a stranger: he would be able to connect immediately and engage in meaningful conversation.
Steve leaves behind his beloved children, Brett and Bianca; his siblings, Susan, Greg, Marianne, and Doug; along with cherished family members and lifelong friends across Canada. From elementary school friendships to connections made in every province, people from all walks of life were drawn to his warmth, wisdom, honesty, and sincerity. Steve loved animals unconditionally and passed away alongside his dear cat, Bear. He leaves behind two family cats in Kelowna, British Columbia. He also shared a special bond with his daughter’s golden retriever, who became a deeply cherished companion and brought him great comfort and joy.
His heart had room for everyone. He gave more than he ever kept for himself — more patience, more kindness, more effort, and more love. He gave life everything he had. And life is better because he did. Through the memories and love he leaves behind, his legacy will continue to live on. If love can be reached anywhere beyond this life, we hope it reaches him. He will be remembered with profound respect, deepest gratitude, and enduring love.
In lieu of flowers, we invite you to donate to his Memorial Fund which will be for a designated park bench in his name in a local park oversetting the views, or at one of his favourite local dog parks for the love of animals.
Supporting His Legacy for the
Great Outdoors
In lieu of flowers, we invite you to contribute toward his memorial fund for a local park bench overlooking one of his favourite views or at the dog park, sustaining the spirit of enjoyment in the great outdoors and animals that he carried throughout his life.
Honouring His Journey
Thursday, June 25
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Date & Time
Oromocto Legion
Location
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
in New brunswick
A Shared Remembrance
As we gather to share a life time of stories, celebrate his enduring spirit, and honour the life he lived so vibrantly, we invite you to wear a touch of blue -- his favourite colour.
Honouring His Journey
Saturday, July 18
12 PM
Date & Time
Dad's Favourite Falkland Farm - The Laponder's
Falkand, British Columbia
Location
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
in british columbia
camping
Tim has offered camping available at his farm with 30 AMP hook-ups. We anticipate enjoying good food, good company, and good conversation for
his legacy to live on. He would want it to be a celebration.