Thomas Robert Taylor born June 28, 1930, left this world to be with his Lord August 6, 2010. Tom was always a hard worker to provide for his wife and family. He loved to go to the beloved ASU football games. Tom and Millie shared their love for the Sun Devils with Millie's sister Edie. Tom worked every avenue of sales available. Tom was the longest surviving person in the United States that had an implantable heart defibrillator. That device provided 23 more years to his life that his family can never thank anyone except God for. Tom/Dad you are forever in our hearts. We Love You. Tom is survived by the "Love of his Life and best friend Mildred" "Millie"; his children, Diane, Tom Jr., Norman, Matthew, Peggy and Stuart. He was also blessed with 16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren. The Funeral will begin 12 Noon Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at Owens Livingston Mortuary - White Mountain Chapel, 320 N. 9th Street in Show Low with a visitation 1 hour prior.