Passed peacefully away on Monday, July 2, 2018 at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital surrounded by his friends. Predeceased by his father Ford Taylor. He leaves to mourn his son Ryan Justin Taylor; his loving brothers: Barry, Bruce, Brian and Gary; his mother Jean; special friends: John Pike, Carol Piercey, Darryl Taylor, Marie Costello and Todd Moore. At Darren’s request, cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at 11 a.m. from Barrett’s Funeral Chapel, 73 Commonwealth Ave., Mt. Pearl. Interment to follow at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made in Darren’s memory to The Lung Association Newfoundland and Labrador. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest book.