William Henry Tayman, Jr. was born October 11, 1938 in Annapolis, MD to the late William Henry Tayman, Sr. and Nellie Mae Wyant Tayman. He proudly served in the United State Air Force for 22 years, retiring with a rank of Master Sargeant. He later enjoyed a career with the National Security Agency. A man or deep faith, William served as a Sunday School teacher, attended Marriage and Family seminars, volunteered to Weekend to Remember Conferences and was an active member of the 55 plus club at Heritage Community Church. He also volunteered with the Red Cross. In addition to his parents he is preceded by wife beloved wife of 61 Years Nelta Jean Welch Tayman and a brother David Lee Tayman. Left to cherish his memory are his sons Dennis William Tayman of Anchorage, Alaska, Daniel Ray Tayman of Youngstown, OH and Dodji Sowou as well as 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.