Bruce Evan Taiclet's Obituary
BRUCE EVAN TAICLET, 80
Educator
LAKELAND - Mr. Bruce Evan Taiclet, 80, passed away from cancer December 11, 2014. Mr. Taiclet was born July 31, 1934 in Neosho, MO. He graduated from Benton Harbor High School in 1952, and later graduated college from Western Michigan University where he obtained a masters degree in school administration. He was an educator at Berrien Springs, MI Public Schools for 33 years. He served as a Teacher, Coach, Athletic Director, Assistant High School Principal, High School Principal and Assistant Superintendent of Schools. He retired in 1991, and moved to Lakeland, FL. He loved the Sandpiper Golf and Country Club and served a term as President of the POA. Mr. Taiclet enjoyed sports, cruising, eating out and following the St. Louis Cardinals. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Lakeland. Mr. Taiclet is survived by his wife of 41 years, Betty; son, Steven Taiclet of Hayward, CA; granddaughter, Lauren Taiclet of Hayward, CA; and sister, Helen Braamse of Benton Harbor, MI. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Sandpiper Clubhouse.
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