YOUNG, Jr, Lee E.

Age 67, of Huber Heights, was called to be with the Lord on February 26, 2021.

He was born in Highland Park, Michigan, on August 7, 1953, to Lee and Geraldine (Patton) Young.

He married Kathy (Averso) on May 25, 1974. He retired from WPAFB after 36 years of civilian service. He also taught

Business Law at Sinclair Community College and was an

ordained minister with the Southern Baptist Convention.

He enjoyed golf, shopping, and being at his lake house. He mostly enjoyed adventures with his wife, Kathy. He was a proud father and a devoted Pop-pop to his grandsons. He

believed that Life is Good and lived by "whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ." (Phil. 1:27).

He is survived by his wife, Kathy, and daughters, Laura (Martin) Russell and Rachel (James) Baney and grandsons, Grant, Colin, and Bennett, mother, Geraldine Young, sister, Linda Luedeman, and brothers Lesley, Benton, and Timothy and many nieces and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his father, Lee E. Young, Sr.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, March 12, at 10:30am at North Huber Heights Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to A Special Wish Foundation-Dayton Chapter or Greater Dayton Association of Baptists.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Dayton Daily News on Mar. 3, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Lee YOUNG

32 Entries

Scott Fausch

March 1, 2024

Miss you ol friend but recall our friendship and your wisdom often. Scott

Robin & Dan Fulmer

March 5, 2022

Lee´s family, a year later after he went Home. Dear Kathy, daughters & all family, in the love/ways of our Lord & too continued lifted prayers from all who knew Lee, may your days be drenched in extra grace because of such best loving memories of your husband, father, g-dad ..Lee. Our Almighty God, in Your Son´s name!

Jeanne Baney

April 28, 2021

Lee was a wonderful father to his children and the perfect grandfather to his grandsons. His love for his family was evident always. His kindness to our family will always be remembered. He is missed very much. I am grateful for all his help, wisdom and knowledge he shared with his children.

Mike and Ruby Bonham

March 15, 2021

He was a fine, Christian man who always had a smile. We will miss him. Prayers for his family.

Mike and Ruby Bonham

March 15, 2021

He was a fine, Christian man who always had a smile. We will miss him. Prayers for his family.

Tom Doring

March 12, 2021

Kathy and family - Sorry for your loss, Lee left us way to early. I worked on the DEAMS program with Lee for a number of years and he was always dependable and considerate. He was quick to give credit to others for successful projects. When things went south (as often happened in that program) he was just as quick to find an amicable solution and get the ship back afloat. He made the office a better place for his being there.

Randy Averso

March 12, 2021

Lee certainly set the bar as a Godly man and leader of his immediate and extended family - not to mention the many lives he touched through his teaching and service to the Lord. Praying for the peace and comfort only Jesus Christ can provide at such a difficult time. We have the promise of meeting again. I pray that sustains you through this experience.

Deneen Oldham

March 11, 2021

My condolences to the family of Lee Young. Lee and I worked together at WPAFB in 2009. He would invite the team to his lake house for barbecues, he and Kathy were always such gracious host. Lee talked about his family all the time and was obviously very proud of his family. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Bruce Smith and the SCBO Staff

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Mark Plunkett

March 9, 2021

I was with heavy heart when I heard of Lee's passing. In ten years or so playing golf on the PK League, I never met a gentler sole. I know he will be missed by all that knew him. Thought and prayers go out to friends and family as all push through this sad time.

Yvonne McGinnis

March 6, 2021

I was saddened to read about Lee’s passing. I admired his commitment to family. I met the Young’s as parents at Valley Forge Elementary where I was secretary. They both held education in high regard and molded their family as a great example to others. My sympathies to Laura and the family.

Lou and Debi Knapp

March 5, 2021

We are heartbroken for your loss. We feel the loss too. We will miss him for the man he was - always giving, helping Lou around the house with projects. Kathy, let us know how we can help in the days and weeks ahead. He leaves behind a wonderful legacy in Laura, Rachel and the boys. Rest in the peace that you will all meet up again with the promise of Jesus, "I go to prepare a place for you... that where I am, there ye may be also." - John 14:1-3.

Judy Scott

March 5, 2021

Kathy and family, and the Young families, I am sorry to hear of Juniors passing. May you find peace in your memories shared.

Cindy, Tom, and Carol

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Michael Squire

March 5, 2021

My condolences to Lee Young's family. As my supervisor and co-worker, during our time in the same office, Lee went out of his way to communicate how much he appreciated my work. He made me feel valued and respected.

Joe Matis

March 5, 2021

Kathy, please accept my sincerest sympathy for Lee's passing. I will always remember the way that he brightened my days at work and how he supported all the people that worked with him in AFLCMC. He was a mentor to all and I will deeply miss him. He's now with the Lord and preparing places for the rest of us. Please accept my sincerest sympathies.

Diana J DeLauche

March 4, 2021

My condolences to Lee Young's family. Lee was the nicest person. I worked in the same office with him at WPAFB. RIH Lee.

Diana Jones DeLauche

March 4, 2021

Lee Young was always kind to those he met at WPAFB. We worked in the same office and he was always pleasant and professional. RIH Lee, God received another angel.

Bill Leslie

March 4, 2021

This is truly sad news. I worked for Lee and enjoyed playing golf with him. He was a joy to be around and enjoyed life to the fullest. My sympathy goes out to family and friends.

Ryan Matthews

March 4, 2021

My condolences to the entire family. Lee was a kind man who leaves behind a wonderful legacy.

Robert Ogan

March 4, 2021

Pastor Lee served as our interim pastor a couple of years ago. I remember how he used to make his sermons interesting by talking about his personal experiences and his family. He preached the type of Christianity that we are supposed to live daily, even with all our foibles and imperfections, remaining consistent in our endeavor to grow in Christ. He was a kind and gentle man who knew how to make people feel important and loved. It seems that Pastor Lee left us too early, but the Lord knows better. Fortunately, Lee will still be with us in our memory of him and when we finally see him again in Heaven. My deepest condolences to his wife, his mother, and all the children and grandchildren.

Robin (& Dan) Fulmer

March 4, 2021

Dearest Kathy, family,
such heartfelt sympathy & sorrow in your loss. I also worked at WPAFB & had the great blessing of working with Lee & learning too of his faith, family & kind, gentlemanly ways.
Joined in faith in our Lord, & all trust & for God’s arms, comfort to stay around you, Kathy & family. In Christ’s love.

Bob and Jan Culling

March 3, 2021

Kathy and family you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Mrs. Donna Payne

March 3, 2021

To Kathy and family,
My deepest condolences in learning of Lee's passing. We worked together at WPAFB. He was a wonderful CO and always spoke lovingly of his family and the Lord. Absent from the body and present with the Lord. May God comfort and keep you all now and in the days ahead.

Linda Calhoun (pastori)

March 3, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking and praying for your family....Linda

Kitty saunders

March 3, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I always admired Lee and his kind words and his love for God and how much he loved and helped so many

Jim & Christy Bielek

March 3, 2021

We were stunned to hear the very sad news. Lee was one of the few all around nicest gentlemen we knew. He was a wonderful mentor and friend to our daughter while he was at WPAFB, and for that we were always grateful! Sincerest sympathies to Kathy and the whole family. You were blessed to have the Best in your lives. Rest in eternal peace Lee.

James Marable

March 3, 2021

I had the pleasure of working with Lee off and on for many years. He was a great friend, I will truly miss all the great conversations!! Rest easy my friend!!

Sandra Pastori

March 3, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss Kathy. May he Rest In Peace!

Ron natthews

March 3, 2021

I’m so sorry for your loss. Lee was a kind and funny man. May he Rest In Peace.

Ron and Deb Matthews

Sue & Chuck Riesterer

March 3, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Scott Fausch

March 3, 2021

I worked with Lee many times over the years. He and I had many conversations during our workouts at the WPAFB gym. We also shared views on spirituality, ethics, and family. Also, we both loved Christmas and compared our Holiday ties we wore during the season. Lee actually took the time to bring one back to me from one of his family trips to Chicago. I cannot help but feel grief and loss however, it is a selfish feeling. I know Lee was called by our Lord and would want us to share this joy too. Thank you for sharing your intellect and friendship. GODSPEED Mr. Lee Young, Jr!

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