Statement from the Coleman and Taylor Family

When we speak of the word LOVE we instantly think of Herman Taylor III. Everyone who loved him had a special name for him: Baby Cousin, Baby Brother, Lil’ Bub, Bubby, and HT3. He loved his family very much. He was a loving son, good brother, committed friend, and dedicated student.

Herman Taylor III was never in any gangs or trouble with the police. He was a bright child with a bright future who was dedicated to the people in his life. He was a student at Belmont High School, where he was scheduled to graduate in 2007. Herman loved his neighborhood and friends, and they loved him. He also was a natural athlete and enjoyed sports, especially baseball and basketball. He participated in the South End Baseball League, the Boston Neighborhood Basketball League and the Belmont High Basketball team.

Herman never walked alone. He saw beauty in people of all races and they saw the beauty in him. He was a nice person and everyone’s first instinct was to love and protect him. He was never selfish or disrespectful, and always wanted peace and love to surround him. Herman gave his unconditional love and friendship to everyone in his life. He was the kind of kid that would give his last dollar or the shirt off his back to help a person in need. Herman Taylor III was never mean to anyone, never stressed about anything, nor raised his voice. He had a way of making everyone whose life he touched feel special and comfortable in any situation. To us, he was the perfect extension of our family.
The best words to describe Herman are love, strength, and kindness. He was our Son, brother, nephew, cousin, friend, and a fellow classmate. He will be deeply missed and forever loved.

The family would like to thank everyone for all their support and words of encouragement during this difficult time.