Robert E. Young, 75 - Spencer

(03/11/2012)
Robert E. Young, 75, of Spencer, passed away at 1:43 pm, Thursday, March 8, 2012, in the CAMC-General Hospital, Charleston, after a sudden illness.

He was born January 4, 1937, in Richwood, a son of the late Robert D. and Rose Withrow Young. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his foster mother, Caroline Williams.

Robert was a retired employee of the Roane County Country Club. He was a Baptist. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Madeline Hartley Young of Spencer; son and daughter-in-law, Russell and Penny Young of Spencer; daughter and son-in-law, Rita and Steve Harper of Gandeeville; seven grandchildren, Jane Clarkson, Samantha Yeager, Steven Harper, James Harper, Robert E. Young, Michelle Tanner and Danielle Young; and 15 great grandchildren.

Robert has been cremated, according to his wishes. There will be no service.

John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.taylorfuneralhomeinc.com