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Earl Youngren Obituary
He was the husband of Kim and loving father of Carolyn.
Born in Hyannis, he was raised in Orleans. Throughout high school years, Earl worked at Ree's Ice Arena and later at Bradlees Department Store in Orleans. At the time of death, he was employed by the Nickerson Funeral Home as head of maintenance and also ran C J Homecare, a landscaping/home improvement business.
Earl was always seen with a smile on his face and started each day at the Hole in One Coffee Shop in Orleans with many friends. He was happiest doing for others and his life revolved around the love of his life, Carolyn. He enjoyed family vacations, Cardinal's games in the summer and creating beautiful gardens and yards.
Earl lives on in the hearts and memories of his wife Kim, daughter Carolyn, parents Alfred and Ann Youngren, brother Alfred, sister Debbie, five nieces, two nephews, and so many great friends.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Nickerson Funeral Home in Orleans. A private graveside service will take place at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to The Carolyn Youngren Memorial Fund, Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank, c/o Ann McGrath, Orleans branch, PO Box 86, Orleans, MA 02653.
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Autumn Bates
September 13, 2008
Kim and Care,
Earl was one of the friendliest people I have ever met! He loved you two so much and I know that what he would want the most is for you two to be happy. Your family was and still is one of the most generous and open hearted people I have ever met and I feel so honored to have you guys in my life. I admire your strength through all of this and how you can still manage to put a smile on everyones face.
Just know that no matter what i am always here for you, and if you ever need anything I am always here for you!
And Carrie, what ever path you choose for your life, know that your dad would be very proud.
Love,
Autumn
Glen Southwick
September 12, 2008
Kim and Carolyn, I was deeply saddened today to learn of Earls passing. I would see him quite often at the Hole in One and we shared many a good laugh together there. I will keep you both in my prayers and I hope you find peace and that God blesses both of you.
Jessica Daly
September 9, 2008
Kim- I was so sad today to learn of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and Carolyn.
Peter, Janet, Kerry & Lisa Norton
September 2, 2008
To Kim and Family: It was with great sadness that we learned of Earl's passing today after returning to the Cape. We didn't know him personally very well but as the anchor of a warm, loving family that will sorely miss him. Our hearts are with you all and in the difficult days ahead know that you are in our prayers. God Bless.
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Joanne Bearse
August 30, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
walt and maria biondi
August 30, 2008
We have very fond memories of Earl. He was so friendly and always spoke kindly of others. We know how deeply he cared about his family. He will be greatly missed.
Dianne Cowen
August 29, 2008
I will remember Earl by his laugh, & kind heart. Certainly one of the most charismatic and engaging people I`ve ever known!
With thoughts of peace to all.
Linda & Dave Vaughan
August 29, 2008
Dear Kim & Carolyn,
We want to send our sincere condolences to you Kim, Carolyn, & your entire family. Earl was a happy-go-lucky & cheerful employee to have worked with day to day. He was a hard worker & always had a smile for everyone. When Earl drove into our neighborhood to do his lawncare he would beep & always had a big wave. He always had time to stop & chat. Earl will be enormously missed & remembered always. Linda & Dave Vaughan
Peter Huey
August 28, 2008
Mrs. Youngren & Carolyn,
I am so sorry for the recent loss of your beloved Earl. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Along with the O'Brien Family, I send you my love. May The Good Lord Bless You, Now & Always!!!! :):):):):)
Wendy, Bob, Carrie and Kristen Bizzarro
August 28, 2008
Kim and Carolyn, You are in our thoughts and prayers every minute. We all wish we lived closer to you now more than ever. Please call when you need to talk. Lots of Love.
Noreen Belair
August 27, 2008
Ann, Kim & Carolyn,
Please know how deeply sad & shocked I am at the loss of your beloved Earl. I too remember all the fun times we had at Bradlees but I had a chance meeting at a store in Orleans one day & had the pleasure of meeting Carolyn. It was apparent to me how thrilled & proud he was to be your dad, Carolyn. You will all be in my thoughts & prayers.
Noreen Belair
Jim & Nancy Morton
August 27, 2008
Dear Kim and Carolyn,
We are so very sorry for your loss, Earl was a very special person and we will all miss him greatly.We hold you both in our hearts and prayers and wish you well. may the many wonderful memories you share help you in this time of such sadness.
All our love, Jim, Nancy, Christie, Amanda and Brianna
(the girls all have sweet memories of Earl too:)
Eunice Amerault
August 27, 2008
Dear Ann, Kim and family
I was so sorry to hear of Earls passing. I will always rember his smile and sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you May you take peace in all your memories and the love you had for him.
Eunice Amerault
Tracy, Steve, Elizabeth, Mary,Grace and Joey Ventura
August 27, 2008
Dear Kim - We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know you and Carolyn are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's healing surround you during the difficult days ahead.
lydia and don watson
August 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
molly pechukas-simonian
August 27, 2008
carrie & family...
when i heard the news, my heart sank. although i can't say i knew earl well, maybe a soccer game or two, but that's about it. however, within the few instances i shared with him, i saw something. i sparkle, in his eye, a smile peeking out around the corners of his lips which always opened up into something fantastic. i see that same life, that same spunk in carrie. anything and everything about this situation is hard to fathom and even harder to deal with. my heart goes out to you guys, but remember, he loved, and i'm sure still loves all of you more than anyone could ever express. <3
Callie O'Brien
August 27, 2008
Dear Carolyn,
I'm really sorry. and if you need anyone to talk to or if you need anything im here
Clint Newcomb
August 27, 2008
Dear Kim,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, Stay strong.
Chris Muto
August 27, 2008
Kim and Carolyn- I was so sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cyndy (Brown) Edgar
August 27, 2008
To Ann, Debbie, Kim and the entire Youngren Family: I am shocked and saddened by the news of Earl's death! I knew him for many years, worked with him at Bradlees and always considered him a friend! Please accept my condolances. My prayers are with you.
Leah (Newcomb) Daniels
August 26, 2008
To Kim, Carolyn and the Youngren Family,
I was sadden to hear of Earl's passing. Reading the guest book reminded me of the fun times at Bradlees and just growing up in Orleans. It was (is) a great community and Earl was loved by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
JoAnn Borsari
August 26, 2008
Kim and Carolyn,
Both Joe and I would like to send along our deepest sympathy.
With hope and good spirit,
JoAnn and Joe Borsari
Karen and Chris Rutherford
August 26, 2008
To Kim and the Youngren family,
Chris and I would like to send our deepest love and sympathy to all of you. We have the greatest memories of working with Earl at Bradlees and living with him on Bay Ridge road. We will miss him greatly
Janet McInerney
August 26, 2008
To Kim & Carolyn & all of the Youngren Family,
My deepest sympathy to you at this difficult time--My heart goes out to you all.
Sincerely, Jan (Williams) McInerney
The Hulls
August 26, 2008
Dear Kim,
We are thinking and praying for you during this difficult time. May your happy memories with Earl and Carolyn last a lifetime.
Karen Joseph
August 26, 2008
Ann, Alfred Sr., Alfred Jr, Debbie & Kim & Carolyn
My heart breaks for your loss. My thoughts a prayers are with you. I hope your memories bring you comfort in this time of pain (mine did). I can still remember as a kid Earl & Al teaching me how to ride a bike and growing up in the neighborhood with them and all of you.
God Bless you
All my love and prayers
Karen Joseph
april bentley
August 26, 2008
May your memories help you through this difficult time,and may the lord help to heal your hearts.Earl was a great person and will be sadly missed. love to you all.
Alec McGillis
August 26, 2008
Caroline,
I am so very sorry about the loss of your Dad. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Your friend
Janie Greene
August 26, 2008
Dear Kim and Carolyn,
There are no words to describe the sadness I feel for you both. Only God knows what each day holds for us, and He has given you each other for love and support. Please remember that I am only a stone's throw away should you need anything.
Love,
Bonnie Coulson
August 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sally Dubois (now Pearl)
August 26, 2008
To all the Youngren family and especially to Kim: I am so sorry for your loss. Having been a neighbor, and now having my children live in the neighborhood, I think of all of you often. My condolences for a life taken way too early in life, Sally
Marguerite S. Meads
August 26, 2008
Dear Anne & Alfred: I am so very sorry to hear that Earl passed away. I worked with him at Bradlees and he was a wonderful man and very proud of his family. My deepest sympathy goes to all the family. I know he will be greatly missed. He was a good man and will be remembered with love. I am so sorry.
Kathy Salzberg
August 26, 2008
Earl was a wonderful friendly guy who always had time for a smile and a chat. When I first moved to the Cape, he transformed my yard into something beautiful and obviously took great pride in his work. He will be greatly missed by his friends and fellow workers in the Outer Cape community. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his beloved wife and daughter in their tragic and untimely loss.
Jodi and Steven Smith and Family
August 26, 2008
Kim, We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that Steven, Nick, Emily, Jessica, Jacob and I are thinking of you and Carolyn.
Barbara Sayers
August 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers to Earl's wife and daughter at this time. I was a co-worker of Earl's many years ago at Bradlee's in Orleans. Lots of funny memories of Earl and Steve Gallik in the patio furniture department, as well as toys, receiving dept etc. We worked with a great gang of people and we all shared alot of laughs. The Rutherford brothers, Mark Ricci, and all the antics we caused in the store. Earl was always willing to help with heavy lifting etc. I remembered he loved the snack bar but detested having to "ring a register" at the front end. Remembering all this puts a smile on my face and Earl was always a part of it....
Georgia Rosen
August 26, 2008
Dear Kim and Carolyn,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It was an honor to know Earl and we have been so blessed by his kindness.
Georgia and David
Jane Lavendier
August 26, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew your husband and father through the nursery business and so throughly enjoyed working with him. He will be missed by many.
The Staff of Nickerson Funeral Home
August 26, 2008
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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