Richard Neal Taft

Richard Neal Taft, 73, resident of Cottonwood, Arizona, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2006. He was born October 29, 1932 in Potosi, Wisconsin. Richard served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and earned the Bronze Star and was awarded the Purple Heart. He moved to Phoenix, Arizona on April 7, 1958 where he raised his family. Richard was involved with the Boy Scouts of America for many years. He survived by his two sons, David of Arlington, Texas and Daniel of Peoria, Arizona; daughter-in-law, Connie and grandchildren, Matthew and Valeria, also of Peoria, Arizona. Contributions can be made in Richard's name to the American Diabetes Association, Yavapai County Chapter, P.O. Box 13141, Prescott, Arizona 86304