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Russell E. Young, Sr.

March 15, 1927 - September 21, 2017

U.S. Veteran

A Memorial service will be held on Friday, September 29, 2017 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home.

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Russell E. Young, Sr., 90, formerly of New Bethlehem, died Thursday afternoon, September 21, 2017 at his home in Hydetown. Born on March 15, 1927 in New Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Robert W. and Carrie M. (Bish) Young. He was married on May 13, 1950 to Vergie M. (Evans) Young and she preceded him in death on January 21, 2009.

Mr. Young served his country during W W II with the U S Navy from 1945 to 1946. He was employed by Evenflo. He was also a member of the Walter W. Craig Post 354 of New Bethlehem American Legion.

He is survived by two sons, Russell E. Young, Jr. and his wife Jennifer of Seneca and Charles B. Young and his fiance’ Michelle of Hydetown, a sister, Frances Hollobaugh and her husband Richard of New Bethlehem, and a brother, Emery A. Young of Strattanville.

In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Daly and four brothers, Harry W. Young, Hilton C. Young, Robert D. Young, and William V. Young.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 29, 2017 at 10:00 am at the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn with Pastor Jack Gareis officiating. Immediately following the memorial service, the Walter W. Craig Post 354 of New Bethlehem American Legion will honor their fallen comrade. Interment will be in the Mt. Zion Cemetery, Armstrong County.