Dmitry J. Taylor
January 10, 2001 – November 24, 2025
A memorial service to honor Dmitry’s life will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, beginning at 11:00AM, at Community Presbyterian Church, 811 Gorham Ln., Kalamazoo, MI 49006. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 10:00 AM, one hour prior to the service. Private interment will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Gift of Life Michigan, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Born in Siberia, Russia—a heritage of which he was always proud—Dmitry was adopted into the loving family of Gregg and Jen Taylor and raised alongside his siblings, Noah and Elena. He was great with kids and adored playing with animals, most especially his dog Jake. He had a heart for vulnerable people, empathized with the unfortunate, and often gave away his possessions to help those in need. Although Dmitry had a hard and troubled life, he was the object of his parents’ unceasing affection and unconditional love. Through his trials he was used by God to teach the entire Taylor family how to trust God’s wisdom and rest in God’s grace.
Dmitry is survived by his parents, Gregg and Jen Taylor; his siblings, Noah (Kelsey) and Elena Taylor; his aunt, Cheryl Day; grandparents Don and Judy Blancett and Tom and Marilue Taylor; and fiancée Miranda Roberts. He was preceded in death by his grandfather John Day, with whom he had a special connection. He will be missed by his family, loved ones, church community, and all who knew him. Dmitry’s life, in all its complexity, was held in God’s hands, and though his passing was unexpected, we hold tightly to the hope found in Christ.
No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:37-39
Dear Taylor Family, My deepest condolences to you as you navigate this time. I have fond memories of my time at RHCS. I remember once I had recess duty and it was a particularly cold winter day. Dmitry was probably in first or second grade. I asked him to put on his hat and he said to me, “I don’t need a hat! I’m from Siberia!”. I remember getting such a chuckle from that. He had the best smile! May God grant you peace. I’ll be praying for you all. Love, Mrs. DV 😊
So sorry to hear about your son. Sending love and prayers. Praying God surrounds you and gives you peace. Joshua 1:9 Awe are friends if your Mim and Dad, Tom and Marilue Taylor, and go to the same church. Love and hugs, Ann and Ed
Dear Gregg and Jen, I am so sad to hear hear of your loss of Dmitry. He was such a sweet little boy when I knew him years ago. Sending love and prayers to all of your family. May God surround you with comfort and peace at this time.
I love and miss you with everything in me. I love you so so much my love. I will never forget the love and connection we shared together. I will forever cherish you.
I miss you.