HAVERHILL - Alvin Taylor, Sr., 56, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, December 14, 2016.

Alvin was born a Redskins fan on September 26, 1960 in Washington DC. He is predeceased by his parents Howard Taylor and Julia Jackson-Kennedy. As a small child, Alvin moved to Haverhill.

Alvin excelled in football and basketball at Haverhill High School. His passion for sports stayed with him long after graduation. Simply known as "Coach Al" throughout the community, he began his 30 year commitment to Pop Warner Football. Alvin was a mentor to thousands of kids both on and off the field. His coaching did not go unnoticed, the league now awards "The Alvin Taylor Award" for Most Improved Player. When Alvin was not coaching on the field, he did so on the basketball courts at the Haverhill Boys Club. Alvin also enjoyed music, either as a DJ or karaoke enthusiast. He loved spending time with his family and friends. His charismatic smile, wonderful sense of humor and love for everyone will not be forgotten. He was a father, husband, brother, grandfather and friend to many.

His surviving family members include his wife and life-long friend Pamela Taylor of Haverhill; cherished children Rhonda (Taylor) Uloth and husband Kevin of West Palm Beach, FL, Taron Taylor and fiancé Seth Coppola of Haverhill, Xavier Taylor and wife Ana of Haverhill, Alvin Taylor, Jr. of Haverhill and Asia Taylor of Haverhill; grandchildren Nicholas Coppola and Gabriela Taylor; sister Lisa Tavares of Haverhill; nieces and nephew Amanda, Alexis and Luis; and many loving friends.

Services for Alvin will be held on Tuesday, December 20, in the Driscoll Funeral Home, 309 So. Main Street, Haverhill from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. For online guestbook, please visit www.driscollcares.com