Richard "Cook" Taylor was laid to rest on November 1, 2017. Richard was born in Los Angeles, CA to Gaynell and Richard senior on May 7, 1981. 

Richard went to Mckinley elementary, John Barnes Middle school and OTCC high school. Cook was loved by everyone. He was the life of the party all the time. He was always there to help with a smile.

Richard is proceeded in death by his mother.

Richard leaves to honor his memory his father, Richard Sr.; two brothers, Durell Taylor, Doman Taylor; two sisters Deanine Matthews and Tanya Matthews; and a host of cousins, friends and loves ones.