James E. Taylor, 71, of Bethlehem, died Oct. 4, 2017. He was the husband of Regina Williams with whom he shared his life for over 30 years and married three years ago.

He was employed for many years by Bethlehem Steel. He was later a maintenance person at the Episcopal House, Allentown, until he retired in 2010.

He was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Terrell Joseph; a daughter, Dominique Taylor; a granddaughter, Jaliyah; nieces; nephews; relatives; and friends.

Arrangements were made by James Funeral Home Inc., Bethlehem.