Milwaukee fitness coach killed in crash near Appleton and Silver Spring

MILWAUKEE – Family members gathered Thursday, April 21 to recollect the lifetime of a Milwaukee health coach killed in a crash Monday night time, April 18 close to Appleton and Silver Spring.

Household and mates stated Dontrell Taylor was all the time attempting to uplift folks. They’re heartbroken he’s gone and leaning on one another as they grieve.

“I can’t cease crying,” stated Tink Hutchins, pal. “I don’t consider it. It’s an excessive amount of for me.”

Family members got here collectively on the spot the place Taylor took his final breath. The Milwaukee man was killed in a crash Monday night time round 9:30.

Police say he was dashing and misplaced management of his automobile, hitting a light-weight pole and tree. The automobile caught on hearth.

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“I’m damage, actually damage that my daddy’s gone,” stated Amoni Taylor, daughter.

His devastated youngsters had been surrounded by the assist of those that beloved their father.

“He was an excellent man,” stated Jeremiah Taylor, son. “He helped lots of people.

Taylor labored as a health coach, operating boot camps all through town.

Hutchins was his assistant. 

“He would carry a smile to the room each time,” stated Hutchins. 

Milwaukee police stated there have been 4 crashes at this intersection this yr and 23 citations issued, practically 4 occasions the quantity as this time final yr.

Family members are specializing in the life misplaced, attempting to heal the heartache.

“Don’t by no means take nothing for excellent,” stated Amoni Taylor. “Spend time along with your dad and mom.

Taylor was the one individual within the automotive. No different autos had been concerned.

Velocity was an element within the crash, in line with police.