Vernon Eugene Young

Vernon Eugene YOUNG Passed away unexpectedly at his home with his wife by his side on September 24, 2007. Born on June 13, 1931, Vern was a lifelong Ballard resident. He was a graduate of Ballard High School and the University of Washington. He had a forty year career in banking. During retirement he spent twenty years volunteering for his son and son-in-law's business. Vern was the kind of man who would do anything for his family. They could always count on him for help and unconditional love and support. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. Vern was generous, inquisitive, and hard working. He enjoyed a good joke and a good debate, often taking the controversial side just for argument's sake. He was an avid reader, interested in politics and often researched topics of interest for others. He is survived by Jo Anne, his loving wife of forty-five years, daughter, Verona Russ Clingingsmith, sons, Daniel Heather, and Rodney, grandchildren: Michelle, Morgan, Hannah, Elise, Andrew, Kylan and Faith, sister, Maxine Kostelyk John, and mother-in-law, Jessie Eerkes. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed. He was a believer in Jesus Christ and a member of his church for over thirty-five years. On September 28 at 1:00 p.m. a Memorial Service will be held at Seattle United Evangelical Free Church, 1420 NW 80th St. Seattle, WA 98117. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Black Lake Bible Camp, 6521 Fairview Rd. SW Olympia, WA 98512 or the American Diabetes Association.