Obituary of James R. Taggart

James Taggart, a lifelong resident of Monticello, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at the Albany Medical Center at the age of 73, surrounded by his beloved family. James was born on October 18, 1941, the son the late Andrew J. Taggart and Ida Avery Taggart. An outdoor enthusiast who loved his family, Standardbred racing, and spent many days hunting and fishing. He was a former member of the U.S. Trotting Association and Ridge Runners Hunting Club, a self-employed roofer, and longtime caretaker at Morningside Acres. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Kathryn Ost Taggart, whom he loved dearly. He is also survived by three daughters and two sons; Debbie Heins and husband Richard, Jamie Ferrierro and husband Nick, Stacy Heins and husband David, James Taggart Jr. and wife Patty, and Shane Taggart and wife Amy; his grandchildren, Richard, Ryan, Haley, Hunter, Hannah and Madison; his brother George Taggart; and sisters Lenora Magie and husband Walt, and Agnes Rupp; several nieces and nephews; as well as his cohort Curtis Smith. He is predeceased by his first wife, Jean Anne Stackhouse Taggart and brothers Andrew, Stanley, William, Robert and Frank. He will be lovingly remembered by those who knew him as a hardworking, dedicated family man with a gentle and kind spirit. Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, May 16 from 5-8pm at the VanInwegen-Kenny, Inc. Funeral Home, 401 Broadway in Monticello. A prayer service will be held at 7:30pm at the funeral home with Fr. John Tran officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of the VanInwegen-Kenny, Inc. Funeral Home of Monticello. For additional information or to send an online condolence, please visit www.kennyfuneralhome.com