James H. Young, Jr. 87, of Warren, PA, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, in Kinzua Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Warren.
Born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 24, 1936, Jim was the son of the late James H. and Lillian S. Young. He grew up in Parkersburg, WV and Bradford, PA, graduating from Bradford High School in 1954. He attended Washington & Jefferson College in Washington, PA, then served for two years in the U.S. Navy, wherein he was a member of the Naval Cadet Choir. He married the love of his life, Mary Kay Young, on February 27, 1960. He pursued a career in banking, during which time he was employed by, among various other financial institutions, Northwest Savings & Loan and as Branch Manager of First Federal Savings & Loan in Warren. Jim was a member of First Lutheran Church for 50 years.
A very adept athlete, Jim could frequently be found golfing at the numerous courses around Warren. When his sons were growing up, he spent a great deal of time throwing the baseball, football, or hitting fly balls to the neighborhood boys. He could thread the eye of a needle with a football from 30 yards.
Jim was a kind and good man, who was honest to a fault and whose family always mattered most. His presence in this world will be sorely missed.
He is survived by his wife Mary Kay Young, two sons, James H. (Judith) Young, III, New York, N.Y, and Michael D. (Leslie) Young, Fairport, N.Y., his four grandchildren, Genevieve and Archibald Young, of New York, NY, Whitney and Andrew Young of Fairport, NY, his sister, Nancy Newman of Pittsburgh, PA, his sister-in-law, Maggie Frampton and partner Barbara Ladabouche of Montpelier, VT., and nieces and nephews, William, Elizabeth, Carolyn, Wendy, and Jonathan.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, William Newman and in-laws, Morgan, and Margaret Frampton
Special thanks go out to the fine folks at Kinzua Care for their support in the final months of Jim’s life.
Family will receive friends on Friday April 12, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:00 am, at First Lutheran Church, 109 Third Ave., Warren, PA. Memorial services will follow at 11:00 am in the church with Rev. Jeffrey Ewing, Pastor, officiating. Inurnment will be in the church columbarium. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through First Lutheran Church 109 Third Ave., Warren, PA., or Warren Public Library Association, 205 Market Street, Warren, PA., 16365 E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
A dear friend for many, many years. No words to express our feelings.
A true gentleman and a wonderful person. Enjoyed playing golf and cribbage with Jim on many occasions.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Mary Kay and family. Sending our love.
Sorry for your loss Mike. Your dad left a great legacy in his family. I’m sure all the wonderful memories will make this sad time more a celebration of life.
Condolences to you and your family
So very sorry for Jim’s family and friends. He was always a true gentleman.
We were so sorry to learn of Jim’s passing. I have many fond memories of Jim from Oil City on to Warren. You have my deepest sympathy. He will be missed.
I’m sad to learn of Jim’s passing. So thankful I literally bumped into him at Kinzua during my father’s final day’s there not that long ago. Always a kind smile, positive things to say and an eager laugh for a quick quip or even a bad joke. He indeed was a good guy. God’s speed – Jim.
My heart felt sympathy to all the family. Jim was a very kind soul whom I m had the great privilege to care for in his final months on earth. I will miss him.