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J. Christopher Young Obituary

FORD CITY - J. Christopher Young, 42, of 9th Street, passed away Monday (June 29, 2015) in UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh.
Born March 13, 1973, in Bradford, he was a son of John J. and Evelyn M. Anderson Young.
Mr. Young was a graduate of the Ford City High School, Class of 1992.
Chris had worked for Eljer Co. of Ford City, before having to retire.
He was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles, Lodge 606, and Latin American Club both of Ford City. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed motorcycle racing with his nephew, Nate.
Surviving in addition to his mother Evelyn M. Zimmerman of Ford City, are a daughter, Amy A. Young of Leechburg; two brothers, Jeffery A. Young and Todd M. (Trish) Young, both of Ford City; several nieces and nephews including Nate, Noah and Zack; and several aunts and uncles.
He was preceded in death by his father, John J. Young, a sister, Amy L. Young, who died in 1989.
There will be a private visitation and graveside service held at the convenience of the family. The Rev. James Campbell, pastor of the St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials can be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made at switzerfuneralhome.com

Published by The Bradford Era from Jun. 30 to Jul. 9, 2015.
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May God bless your family with strength during this difficult time. I remember he always had a smile anytime I seen him.

Shawn Fouse

July 6, 2015

I will keep all the memories in my life that you were a part of in my heart with a smile. Goodbye Chris.

Antoinette McGinnis

July 5, 2015

RIP, buddy. Chris was an awesome friend! Always smilin' .. sincere condolences to his family.

Marcia Christy-Fox

July 4, 2015

Goodbye old buddy! Lots of good times I'll never forget!

Norm Huselton

July 4, 2015

Sorry for ur lose R.I.P Chris

kerri neely

July 3, 2015

May God give you all strength through this time. Chris was an awesome friend.

Bish

July 2, 2015

May you shine bright in heaven. Like you did on earth

Karla Miller

July 2, 2015

My deepest sympathy to all of you

Karla J MILLER

July 2, 2015

I am sorry for your loss . I loved him like a brother.

Scott Bittinger

July 2, 2015

Am so sorry...Darlyn and Brendon Harrington

July 2, 2015

Evie, I am so very sorry for the loss of Chris. He was quite a character when we worked together, always smiling and having fun. May God surround you all with his loving care, comfort, and strength at this time. Love you always.

Sherrie Wolfe

July 1, 2015

I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that I am thinking of you. I miss you all.

Sherri Wonderling

June 30, 2015

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