Harlan C. Taylor, 88, of West Lafayette formerly of Dayton, passed at 7:00 a.m. Thursday, June 20, 2013 at the Indiana Veterans Home of West Lafayette. He was born December 29, 1924 in Columbia, Kentucky to the late Robert and Mary (Dixon) Taylor. He graduated from Dayton High School. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. After being honorably discharged from the Navy, he worked for National Homes Corp. for thirty years as an inspector. Harlan was a member of the Dayton Masonic Lodge and the Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed working with his hands in the construction and remodeling of homes. Surviving are three daughters; Linda Taylor of Venice, Florida, Sharyl Bookout (husband: Jerry) and Sue Motyka both of Sarasota, Florida. Also surviving are six grandchildren, two great-grandsons, sister-in-law, Nina Taylor of Dayton and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Bradley Taylor and a brother, Rollin Taylor. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Sunday, July 28, 2013 at the Indiana Veterans Home Chapel with Chaplain David Hess officiating. Memorial donations can be made in his name to the Indiana Veterans Home.