Edward Young

Eddie Joe Young, 85, the son of the late Sophie and Jodie Young, passed away on June 25th at Woodway Rehab and Health Care following a brief illness. 

Eddie was born in Waco, Texas in 1941. After graduation from Reicher High School in 1960, he attended the University of Dallas where he played guitar in a country western band to help with college expenses. Upon leaving college, Eddie joined the National Guard. He then met and married his sweetheart, Virginia Holmes in 1966. They recently celebrated 60 years of marriage. Eddie and Virginia established and co-owned, Young Services and, The Barn, a venue on Spring Valley Road. 

Mr. Young was a founding member of St. Jerome's Catholic Church, as well, as a founding member of the choir where he played classical guitar for 42 years. He often entertained family, friends, and his beloved dogs with his playing. He was truly an artist on the guitar. Eddie loved worshipping and serving his Lord. He was also a devoted reader of the Bible and loved to share his philosophy of Christianity with others.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Patsy Young Billings. Family survivors include his wife, Virginia; daughter, Judy Young;  son, Cory Young; brother, William R. Young and wife, Ginger, as well as, many nieces and nephews. 

Eddie's ashes will be entombed in the columbarium at St. Jerome's. 

The Young family wishes to express gratitude and love to those who supplied meals and visited Eddie during his illness, and a special 'thank you' to Hospice.