Born in Hot Springs, Arkansas, he was the son of the late Louie and Namie Worthey Young.
He retired from the Air Force as a mechanic after 20 years then owned Y&M Properties along with his wife and was a member of Faith Baptist Church, Taylors.
He is survived by his wife: Annelle M. Young; three daughters: Melanie Bennett (Louis) of Flowery Branch, GA, Vivian Janine McCreery of Belton, SC, and Patricia Louise Cruver (Stephen) of Travelers Rest, SC; seven grandchildren, Nikki Bridges (Will), Chris McCreery, Tiffany Bennett, Michele Bennett, Jessica Cruver, Karis Cruver, and Wesley Cruver.
Visitation will be at Woodlawn Funeral Home, Monday, September 13, 2010 from 10 – 11 am with a funeral service at 11:00 am in the chapel.
Burial to follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Faith Baptist Church for Ron Brooks, Missionary 500 W. Lee Rd., Taylors, SC 29687.
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Woodlawn Funeral Home, Greenville
Arrangements under the direction of Woodlawn Funeral Home, Greenville, SC.