Roger Young

Roger L. Young, 56, of Zanesfield was called home to our Lord Monday, July 4, 2016 at 5:25 PM at The James Cancer Hospital, Columbus.

He was born on December 7, 1959 in Bellefontaine, Ohio, the son of the late Harold Dean Young and Wilma (Cole) Young, who survives in Bellefontaine. He is also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Jim Clay.

He is survived by his family, Lori Clay Young, four children; Kassie Young of Zanesfield, Krista (Aaron) Blakely of Huntsville, Kyler Young of Ypsilanti, MI and Kallie Young of Zanesfield; two sisters, Julie Walborn of West Liberty and Gina (Chris) Dyer of Rushsylvania; three brothers, Mike (Debbie) Young of Lakeview, Gary (Bev) Young of Zanesfield, Jamie (Jennifer) Young of Bellefontaine; numerous nieces and nephews, several aunts and uncles, and his mother-in-law, Pat Clay of East Liberty.

Roger worked in concrete and construction throughout his career. He attended the East Liberty United Methodist Church and had belonged to the V.F.W. and the Sons of AMVETS, both in Bellefontaine, where he enjoyed shooting pool and being around his friends. He also enjoyed being outdoors, especially fishing, and sitting around the campfire telling stories and jokes, no matter the quality. Music was also a big part of his life as he enjoyed playing his guitar and making up songs to go along. In his younger days, he liked to play fast-pitch softball. But most of all, Roger was happiest when he had all of his family together.

Rev. Linda Dullin-Moore will officiate a memorial service at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 10, 2016 in the East Liberty United Methodist Church, 2392 Main St. East Liberty, OH 43319. Informal visitation to follow.

Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Bellefontaine assisted the family with arrangements.

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