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Industry loses Robert Taylor Sr

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September 14, 2021

Robert Taylor Sr.

Robert Taylor Sr., former president/CEO of Burdette Beckmann Inc., recently passed away, according to a press release. He was 88.

Over a career of 55 years, he worked with Liggett & Myers Tobacco Co. before joining the agency business. He received multiple awards during his career, including being inducted into the Candy Hall of Fame in 1995, the Florida Tobacco & Candy Association Bear Award, and the AWMA Candy Ambassador honor, along with many broker/salesperson of the Year awards from various manufacturers.

A celebration of his life will take place on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church at 5555 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations to go two charities of his choice: Sheridan House Ministries and Habitat for Humanity of Broward.

Photo courtesy of Burdette Beckmann Inc.