Taylor Cole was a true American patriot, a devoted father, and a gifted engineer and mathematician. He dedicated his life to our nation’s security, first as an engineer whose mathematical analysis protected our service members from improvised explosive devices, and then as a forward-leaning, fast-prototyping, out-of-the-box innovator. As the Chief Technology Officer for a key US Navy lab, Taylor led efforts to prototype new products in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, quantum physics, meromorphic computing, new materials, and innovation processes. His professional achievements were remarkable, but those of us who knew him best saw a loving father who wanted everyone to live life to the fullest and have fun along the way.
Taylor was a sky-diving, base-jumping, unicycling, motorcycle-riding, piloting, goat-loving, dog-loving, fun-bossing dancing fool. He was a unique mentor, an old soul, and a hugely impactful personality. However you interacted with him, you always left feeling uplifted. He would say to everyone, “yea’ buddy, stay rad.” Raise a glass and share a toast for this legendary man.
”better when we’re not in a box…”
Taylor’s recent passing has left his family with unexpected expenses and the need for support, especially for his daughter’s education. The funds raised here will help cover funeral costs, support Taylor’s family, and contribute to his daughter’s future. Any support you can offer to Taylor’s family during this difficult time would be deeply appreciated. Your generosity will help ease the burden of funeral costs and ensure his daughter’s future is a little brighter. Thank you for honoring Taylor’s memory and for standing with his loved ones.