Chad Allen Young

Chad Allen Young, 54, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Known affectionately by many as “Trooper” or “Cheeseburger,” Chad will be remembered for his warmth, humor, and the deep love he shared with family and friends.

He was born on January 30, 1972, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Chad was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Allen Young, who passed away on November 14, 2021, and his grandparents Jim and Irene Lovell and Jesse and Milred Young.

Chad devoted 23 years of his life to serving his community as a deputy in the Civil Warrants Unit with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office—a role that was far more than a career; it was a calling he deeply loved and embraced as part of who he was. Being a deputy was central to Chad’s identity, and he took great pride in wearing the badge, upholding the law, and serving others with unwavering dedication. Prior to this, he worked as a corrections officer at Walker State Prison and Hays State Prison in Georgia. Throughout his years of service, Chad was known for his strong sense of responsibility, his respect for others, and his steadfast desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those he served.

Outside of his career, Chad found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He loved playing online video games, collecting firearms, and had a passion for muscle cars and hot rods. His enthusiasm for his hobbies was only matched by the joy he found in sharing them with others.

Chad was of the Seventh-day Adventist faith. In his early years, he attended Standifer Gap SDA school and later graduated from Ooltewah High School in 1990.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Janet Young; his mother, Jan Grant (Don), beloved fur baby, Gigi; and his half-brother and sister, Kanaan and Karryelle. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in the Valley View Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, with Sergeant D. J. Rachels officiating. The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Collegedale Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Scratch Inc. at www.scratchinc.org.

Please share your thoughts and memories online at www.ChattanoogaValleyViewChapel.com.

Arrangements are by Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, Valley View Chapel, 7414 Old Lee Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37421.