Edward John Young

Died: March 30, 2009 | Place: McCormick Home, London

Obituary

YOUNG: Edward John……Peacefully at McCormick Home, London, on Monday, March 30, 2009, Edward Young of London in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Dorothy E. (Boorman) Young. Dear father of Mary-Lou Gatward and her husband Dave of London, Sue Methuen and her husband Pat of Airdrie, Alberta and John E. Young of London. Also loved by his grandchildren Julie Fraser and her husband Scott, Mike Gatward and Richard Edwards-Jones, and his great-grandsons Shawn and Christopher Fraser. Dear brother of Martha Miller of Nanaimo, B.C., Arnold Yung of Queensland, Australia. Predeceased by his brothers Albert Yung and Walter Yung, his sisters Bertha Miller, Augusta Smith and Dorothy Thompson. He was also loved by his nieces and nephews. He served in the R.C.A.F. from 1949-1976. Friends will be received by the family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm on Wednesday April 1, 2009 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London. Funeral service will be conducted at Westmount Presbyterian Church, 521 Village Green Avenue (at Wonderland Road), London on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 1:00 pm. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Building Fund Westmount Presbyterian Church, 521 Village Green Avenue, London, ON N6K 1C3 or to The McCormick Home Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London, Ontario, N6K 0A8. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

37s Comments

  1. HelenMarie Lineham March 30, 2009 at 7:28 pm

    Dear Sue and family,

    I did not know your Dad well but I have happy memories of his jokes and his cookies.

    I also remember his love for and dedication to your Mom.

    Love to all of you,
    HelenMare

  2. Peter Kolisnyk March 31, 2009 at 12:26 am

    Thought very highly of Uncle Ed and would like to sent my deepest condolences to all the family. I will sure miss his visits and sense of humour

  3. Patrick Edwards-Jones March 31, 2009 at 8:56 am

    Ed was very talented when working with his hands. There wasn’t a household item he couldn’t fix. He would generously give his time to help you fix an item and was very patient when you happened to be all thumbs.

    His patience and generosity also made him an awesome grandpa. He developed a special bond with his grandson… “Dick”.

    Ed will be missed by all who knew him.

  4. Melodie Kolisnyk March 31, 2009 at 10:28 am

    We have lost and heaven has gained. Uncle Ed was my favorite uncle…even though I was adopted there was no difference to him. His sense of humour, his devotion to his family. I saw this growing up, the relationsip that he had with my dad. Everytime they visited there were tears parting. He always wanted to know what all the kids were up to. His knowledge of what all the family members were doing with their lives was incredible. His ability at CRIB was was second to none. I always told him I was going to “kick his Butt” never did though, and he would just giggle when he got those big hands and leave me at the skunkline! I will never forget Uncle Ed and will miss him, but his memory will be with me forever. Am sending my love to Mary Lou, Susan & John.

  5. Rafiyah Khan March 31, 2009 at 11:37 am

    John and Family:
    Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this very sad time. May God grant you the strength to get through this. Your Dad was a true blessing to all the lives he touched, including mine.Sincerely Rafiyah & Richard

  6. Norma (Heddle) & Leo van Loon March 31, 2009 at 11:46 am

    Heartfelt sympathy to you. It’s never easy losing someone you love dearly. Thnking of you in this time of need.

  7. TONY MITCHELL March 31, 2009 at 12:57 pm

    Mary Lou, Marg and I extend our sincere sympathy to you and all your family in the loss of your father. I hope you can look back on memories of a long life well-lived.

    Marg and Tony Mitchell

  8. Stacey Ibach March 31, 2009 at 2:56 pm

    My deepest sympathy for your loss. All my love to you and your family Sue during this time.

    Stacey

  9. Donna Gray March 31, 2009 at 2:56 pm

    Hi Sue,
    A quick note to say that your family and your father are in my prayers. You look so much like your dad…! He looks like he has a kind soul. Now he’s free to be in your presence at a mere thought. I’m sure he appreciated you being there with him too. Celebrate his journey and his legacy, which is you!!!! and we’ll chat when you get back.

    Best,

    Donna

  10. Darryl Deslauriers March 31, 2009 at 2:57 pm

    Sue and family,

    Debbie and I send you and your family our deepest of condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Darryl and Debbie Deslauriers

  11. Linda DeLong March 31, 2009 at 3:00 pm

    Sue and family,

    Thinking of you all as you go through this difficult time. Look for comfort in the happy memories you all share of a Dad, a father-in-law, and a Grandpa.

    Linda and Jim DeLong

  12. Darryl and Margot Graham March 31, 2009 at 3:51 pm

    Sue, we are so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Know that our love and prayers are with you and our help in any way when you get back to Calgary. Love Darryl and Margot

  13. Brenda Hanna March 31, 2009 at 3:59 pm

    Hello Sue
    I just wanted to send you support in this time of your dad passing. Wishing you and your family the support of each other and trust in the universe.

  14. Shirlee Bucknall March 31, 2009 at 4:11 pm

    Sue, we are thinking of you during this sad and difficult time. It seems no matter how much we try to prepare ourselves for this time, we just are never prepared when it actually happens.
    Much love from Shirlee & Mark

  15. Jannette Anderson March 31, 2009 at 4:26 pm

    Dear Sue and family…

    The greatest testement to a man’s life is his legacy. I don’t know your Dad’s entire legacy – but I do know he helped to raise a loving, wise, spirit-filled, intelligent and talented daughter… and that is a great accomplishment. One of the many he achieved.

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Hugs – Jannette

  16. Allan and Penny Yung March 31, 2009 at 4:29 pm

    To Edward’s family: I have many fond memories of Uncle Edward. His visits to Sask. were appreciated by my father, Walter, and myself so much. Spending one on one time with him allowed me to ask many questions about the Yung family history. He and my father as brothers, enjoyed each other’s company and trips together. I always enjoyed our lengthy “newsy” phone calls – I shall miss them. He always expressed how much he loved his family and how proud he was of his children and grandchildren. I know you will miss your Dad and grandfather and his positive love of life. Sincerely, Allan and Penny

  17. Bev Chinnery March 31, 2009 at 5:30 pm

    Dear Sue,
    My deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on hearing of your loss.

    Your father will be at peace in knowing he was loved.
    Bev

  18. Rafaat Huda March 31, 2009 at 5:40 pm

    Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. If there is anything that I can do to help you in anyway, please do not hesitate to call me at anytime

    With my deepest sympathy

  19. Marion and Carl Hearn March 31, 2009 at 5:48 pm

    John:
    So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He is at peace now. Deepest sympathy,

    Marion and Carl

  20. nancie and john Androschuk March 31, 2009 at 7:27 pm

    Sue, pat and Richard,
    We are sincerely sorry to hear of your dad´s passing. our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. we wish your memories bring you some comfort. All our love john, nancie, chelsea, carly and mike.

  21. Julius Ehiemua April 1, 2009 at 5:57 am

    Mary-Lou, I am using this medium to express my condolence to you and your entire extended family for the loss of your dear dad. May God grant you all the fortitude to bear the loss and keep your dad’s legacy on.

    Julius

  22. Betty Dietrich April 1, 2009 at 8:41 am

    Dear Sue, Pat and Richard
    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May the special things about your dad and grandfather live on inside your hearts forever.
    Take care – Betty, Steve, Jonathan, Matthew and Jeffrey Dietrich

  23. Corey and Wendy Keith April 1, 2009 at 11:06 am

    Wendy and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and we hope you will take comfort knowing your many friends are thinking of you at this difficult time.

  24. Glenda Alexander April 1, 2009 at 2:25 pm

    Sue & family,

    My warmest thoughts are with you in this time of sadness. I took a moment to read some of the condolences written and although I never had the pleasure of meeting your father it is obvious to me that he was a very special person who will be missed by many. Cherish your memories as you move forward.

    Take Care,

    Glenda (& family)

  25. Lois Jones April 1, 2009 at 3:52 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.

  26. Carol Wood April 1, 2009 at 6:23 pm

    John:

    So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My deepest sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time.

    Carol

  27. Logan & Donna Pittman April 1, 2009 at 10:23 pm

    We wish you and your family peace and comfort during your time of grief. Our sympathy on your loss, and hope that you may find consolation in the knowledge that he has passed on to everlasting life with God.
    Be Well…

  28. Kathy Davis April 2, 2009 at 8:57 am

    Dear Sue, I just wanted to express my condolences for the loss of your father. I’m sorry to miss you on your visit here, and do hope that all is well with you, Richard and Pat.

    Warmest wishes..
    Kathy

  29. Brenda Hume April 2, 2009 at 1:54 pm

    Sue, I’m so sorry to hear about your parents. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Take care of yourself and see you soon.
    Brenda Hume

  30. Larry & Elaine Thompson April 2, 2009 at 11:25 pm

    We would like to express our condolences on the loss of Uncle Edward to all the immediate family. We were actually just talking about him in the past couple of weeks so this came as a surprise. Larry was able to talk with him on the phone on Christmas Day and let him know that he was thinking of him. May you all know you are being thought of at this sad time.
    Love,
    Larry & Elaine Thompson

  31. Barb Gross April 3, 2009 at 5:11 pm

    I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Thier Love will live on.

  32. Bill, Michele, William and Sophie April 6, 2009 at 8:30 am

    He was devoted to his family, and truly a man who stuck to his principles.Our sympathies to John, Mary-Lou, Dave, and the rest of Ed’s family.

  33. Margo Collver April 6, 2009 at 12:17 pm

    I just wanted to express my sincere condolences in the loss of your parents. I got to know Ed quite well over the past several years in my role as social worker at the McCormick Home. Ed’s commitment and dedication to Dorothy and the love he felt for her was evident to all who knew them. I left McCormick Home last June, a year after losing both my parents, 41 days apart, and while I know this is such a difficult time, how reassuring it is to know they are together again.
    My Sympathies,
    Margo Collver

  34. Heather Massey April 6, 2009 at 1:27 pm

    Sue and Family,
    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father and mother. I’m sure you have many, many fond memories to help ease the heartache. My thoughts are with you.
    Heather

  35. Arian Hopkins April 6, 2009 at 10:58 pm

    Sue
    My deepest condolences to you and your family.

    Love from my family to yours,
    Arian

  36. Penny Freeman April 8, 2009 at 8:57 am

    Sue I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your parents. Please know my thoughts ad prayers are with you and your family.
    Penny

  37. Linda & family April 9, 2009 at 7:38 am

    Dear Sue & family-
    Thinking about you often at this sad time in your life. The pleasure of meeting your father indicates to me how much he will be missed. Take care.

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