Evelyn J. Young Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Evelyn J. Young, of Jamestown, New York, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2019 in Cheektowaga, New York after spending her final days at Hospice of Buffalo. She was born Evelyn Dorothy Ruth Jones on June 12, 1922 in Newberry, South Carolina, the only daughter of Robert and Mable Garrett Jones. Evelyn graduated from Jamestown High School in 1941. Later that year, on December 24, 1941, she married the love of her life, Julius “Ned” Young. From this union, she and Ned had four children, Craig, Linda Julius and Cynthia. Being maternal in nature, Evelyn always seemed to make time for her children in addition to her nieces and nephews, known as the “Great Eight.” She went on to attend the General Hospital School of Practical Nursing and worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for over twenty-one years. Upon her retirement, Ned and Evelyn loved to winter in sunny California. Over the years, Evelyn enjoyed several activities like traveling with her family and friends. Her hobbies were sewing, knitting, reading, baking and playing Pokeno. She was known for having a jovial spirit, especially when it came to her boisterous family life. “Ned Young, don't teach those children how to gamble! Use jelly beans instead of pennies!” This is just one of many memories that Evelyn’s beloved children cherish to this day. She always enjoyed companionship with neighbors and friends over a cup of tea and sweet treats. Her home was welcoming, and the door was open for anyone to stop by and share in a cup of tea. Evelyn's imprint was not only felt by her kids throughout their lives, but was experienced by all who knew and loved her. Her sense of humor, sharp wit, genteel southern ways, and engaging personality combined with her love, compassion, and caring nature will remain with us always! Evelyn’s husband, the late Julius “Ned” Young, and her first born son, Craig W. Young, of Jamestown, NY, preceded her in death. She is survived by the remainder of her beloved four children: Linda A. Barton of Stockton, CA, Julius W. Young, Jr. of Modesto, CA and Cynthia S.Young of Amherst, NY; four grandchildren, Robin D. Young of Buffalo, NY, J. Christopher Barton of Stockton, Kimberly T. Young of Cheektowaga, and Melissa E. Marks Brown of New York, NY. Evelyn also leaves to cherish her memory six great-grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, those who remain of the “Great Eight” - Daisy Vollrath, Michael Young, and Ann Oxley, and a host of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Evelyn was also preceded in death by her brother, Robert “RG” Jones, and niece, Kay Y. Young. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Buffalo. To send condolences to Evelyn’s family, please visit www.presentsixbyfuneral.com. Friends and family may call at Powers, Present & Sixbey Funeral Home, Inc., 316 East Fifth Street, Jamestown, N.Y., on Saturday (December 7th) from 11am until the time of the funeral service at noon. The Rev. Reginald Smith will officiate, pastor of the A.M.E. Blackwell Church and The Rev. LeRoy Walker and The Rev. Maria Jones both pastors of Emmanuel Baptist church will also officiate.

Evelyn J. Young

June 12, 1922 - November 28, 2019