Published September 21, 2017 - Press Enterprise
Ernest Young Jr., 91, a 50-year resident of Scott Township, died on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017, a resident of Grandview Health Homes, Danville.
Ernest was born on June 12, 1926, in Mount Pleasant Township, a son of the late Ernest Sr. and Mary (Peterman) Young. Ernest graduated from Bloomsburg High School in 1947. After graduation, Ernest faithfully served his country during World War II in the 15th Infantry and with whom he fought in The Battle of the Bulge. He was honorably discharged from the Army with the rank of corporal.
During his younger years, Ernest worked on the family farm, logging and doing many other tasks. His sons would also help. For nearly 30 years, Ernest was employed by Magee Carpet Co., and Scott Township for many years until his retirement. Ernest was a member of the Bloomsburg Christian Church. He enjoyed spending his time doing lawn work and caring for his large garden with the help of his wife. He became the primary caregiver for his wife, Pauline, until she passed on Oct. 16, 2006.
In addition to his parents, Ernest was also preceded by his wife of 60 years: Pauline D. (Ball) Young; two sons: Robert E. Young and Dale E. Young; and two grandsons: Richard Loreman and John Johnson Jr.
Survivors include his daughter and caregiver, Barbara A. Johnson and companion, David H. Krum, of Orangeville; son, David E. Young Sr. of Danville; grandchildren: Kelly Morris and husband, Ron, Jason Young and companion, Holly Newhart, Wendy Roberts and husband, Lee, Shelly Brown, David Young Jr. and wife, April, Joanne Faus and husband, Terry; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren: two siblings: Howard Young of Danville and Barbara Pfleegor of Orangeville; and a loving companion and care giver, Opal Steinruck of Danville.
A time of visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday from 1-2 p.m. at the Bloomsburg Christian Church, 107 Deussen Drive, Bloomsburg.
Funeral services will continue at 2 p.m. at the church with lead minister Eric Miller officiating. Graveside committal services with military honors by combined American Legion and VFW group will immediately follow in New Rosemont Cemetery, Espy.
Ernest Young Jr., 91, a 50-year resident of Scott Township, died on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017, a resident of Grandview Health Homes, Danville.
Ernest was born on June 12, 1926, in Mount Pleasant Township, a son of the late Ernest Sr. and Mary (Peterman) Young. Ernest graduated from Bloomsburg High School in 1947. After graduation, Ernest faithfully served his country during World War II in the 15th Infantry and with whom he fought in The Battle of the Bulge. He was honorably discharged from the Army with the rank of corporal.
During his younger years, Ernest worked on the family farm, logging and doing many other tasks. His sons would also help. For nearly 30 years, Ernest was employed by Magee Carpet Co., and Scott Township for many years until his retirement. Ernest was a member of the Bloomsburg Christian Church. He enjoyed spending his time doing lawn work and caring for his large garden with the help of his wife. He became the primary caregiver for his wife, Pauline, until she passed on Oct. 16, 2006.
In addition to his parents, Ernest was also preceded by his wife of 60 years: Pauline D. (Ball) Young; two sons: Robert E. Young and Dale E. Young; and two grandsons: Richard Loreman and John Johnson Jr.
Survivors include his daughter and caregiver, Barbara A. Johnson and companion, David H. Krum, of Orangeville; son, David E. Young Sr. of Danville; grandchildren: Kelly Morris and husband, Ron, Jason Young and companion, Holly Newhart, Wendy Roberts and husband, Lee, Shelly Brown, David Young Jr. and wife, April, Joanne Faus and husband, Terry; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren: two siblings: Howard Young of Danville and Barbara Pfleegor of Orangeville; and a loving companion and care giver, Opal Steinruck of Danville.
A time of visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday from 1-2 p.m. at the Bloomsburg Christian Church, 107 Deussen Drive, Bloomsburg.
Funeral services will continue at 2 p.m. at the church with lead minister Eric Miller officiating. Graveside committal services with military honors by combined American Legion and VFW group will immediately follow in New Rosemont Cemetery, Espy.
Published September 21, 2017 - Press Enterprise
Ernest Young Jr., 91, a 50-year resident of Scott Township, died on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017, a resident of Grandview Health Homes, Danville.
Ernest was born on June 12, 1926, in Mount Pleasant Township, a son of the late Ernest Sr. and Mary (Peterman) Young. Ernest graduated from Bloomsburg High School in 1947. After graduation, Ernest faithfully served his country during World War II in the 15th Infantry and with whom he fought in The Battle of the Bulge. He was honorably discharged from the Army with the rank of corporal.
During his younger years, Ernest worked on the family farm, logging and doing many other tasks. His sons would also help. For nearly 30 years, Ernest was employed by Magee Carpet Co., and Scott Township for many years until his retirement. Ernest was a member of the Bloomsburg Christian Church. He enjoyed spending his time doing lawn work and caring for his large garden with the help of his wife. He became the primary caregiver for his wife, Pauline, until she passed on Oct. 16, 2006.
In addition to his parents, Ernest was also preceded by his wife of 60 years: Pauline D. (Ball) Young; two sons: Robert E. Young and Dale E. Young; and two grandsons: Richard Loreman and John Johnson Jr.
Survivors include his daughter and caregiver, Barbara A. Johnson and companion, David H. Krum, of Orangeville; son, David E. Young Sr. of Danville; grandchildren: Kelly Morris and husband, Ron, Jason Young and companion, Holly Newhart, Wendy Roberts and husband, Lee, Shelly Brown, David Young Jr. and wife, April, Joanne Faus and husband, Terry; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren: two siblings: Howard Young of Danville and Barbara Pfleegor of Orangeville; and a loving companion and care giver, Opal Steinruck of Danville.
A time of visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday from 1-2 p.m. at the Bloomsburg Christian Church, 107 Deussen Drive, Bloomsburg.
Funeral services will continue at 2 p.m. at the church with lead minister Eric Miller officiating. Graveside committal services with military honors by combined American Legion and VFW group will immediately follow in New Rosemont Cemetery, Espy.
Ernest Young Jr., 91, a 50-year resident of Scott Township, died on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017, a resident of Grandview Health Homes, Danville.
Ernest was born on June 12, 1926, in Mount Pleasant Township, a son of the late Ernest Sr. and Mary (Peterman) Young. Ernest graduated from Bloomsburg High School in 1947. After graduation, Ernest faithfully served his country during World War II in the 15th Infantry and with whom he fought in The Battle of the Bulge. He was honorably discharged from the Army with the rank of corporal.
During his younger years, Ernest worked on the family farm, logging and doing many other tasks. His sons would also help. For nearly 30 years, Ernest was employed by Magee Carpet Co., and Scott Township for many years until his retirement. Ernest was a member of the Bloomsburg Christian Church. He enjoyed spending his time doing lawn work and caring for his large garden with the help of his wife. He became the primary caregiver for his wife, Pauline, until she passed on Oct. 16, 2006.
In addition to his parents, Ernest was also preceded by his wife of 60 years: Pauline D. (Ball) Young; two sons: Robert E. Young and Dale E. Young; and two grandsons: Richard Loreman and John Johnson Jr.
Survivors include his daughter and caregiver, Barbara A. Johnson and companion, David H. Krum, of Orangeville; son, David E. Young Sr. of Danville; grandchildren: Kelly Morris and husband, Ron, Jason Young and companion, Holly Newhart, Wendy Roberts and husband, Lee, Shelly Brown, David Young Jr. and wife, April, Joanne Faus and husband, Terry; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren: two siblings: Howard Young of Danville and Barbara Pfleegor of Orangeville; and a loving companion and care giver, Opal Steinruck of Danville.
A time of visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday from 1-2 p.m. at the Bloomsburg Christian Church, 107 Deussen Drive, Bloomsburg.
Funeral services will continue at 2 p.m. at the church with lead minister Eric Miller officiating. Graveside committal services with military honors by combined American Legion and VFW group will immediately follow in New Rosemont Cemetery, Espy.
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ERNIE
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