Young, John "Randy" Chelsea, Michigan Age 60, passed away from natural causes on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea. He was born August 12, 1955 in Bowling Green, OH, the son of Donald Raymond & Betty E. (Foust) Young. Randy graduated from Chelsea High School class of 1973, and University of Michigan in 1977 with degrees in Metallurgy and Nuclear Science. After graduation he worked for Sargent & Lundy in Chicago. Randy moved back to Chelsea and worked in Ann Arbor. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Chelsea. Randy liked fishing and sports. Survivors include his mother of Chelsea; a brother, Thomas (Joan) Young of Bettendorf, IA; a sister, Pat Parr of Manchester; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father; and a brother-in-law Stanley Parr. A private service was held. Memorial contributions may be made to Zion Lutheran Church or St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea.

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Published by Ann Arbor News from Feb. 17 to Feb. 21, 2016.

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Rob and Stacy Zimmerman

February 19, 2016

Praying for God to comfort your family and give you strength at such a difficult time. May He uphold you, be with you and shower you with His love and Grace.

Alfretta Harrison-Grieb

February 17, 2016

Patty and family. I am so sorry to hear of your brothers passing and of your loss. Taken too soon. I will be praying for your strength and comfort knowing he is not suffering or in pain and he is with your other family members. Sympathy and prayers for you all.

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