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2014
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Pamela Schumacher Long
September 17, 2025
Ovid Young´s abilities astounded me as a freshman in 1967, and he continued to do so - especially his arrangements for Hale and Wilder. I think I own all the CDs he has available. He did not know me, I was an English major, but I appreciated and admired his astounding talent throughout my life. God Bless his children and grandchildren.
As I write this I know his wife is with him.
I listen to his legacy daily.
Orlyn & Lois Lehman
May 27, 2025
It is a cool, rainy day and we are listening to Ovid's Celebration of Praise. May you be encouraged that his music goes on...
Peggy A. Bell (Mrs. B. Clayton Bell, Sr.)
August 23, 2023
I am grateful for memories of Ovid Young! I found Ovid warm in greeting and conversation, eager to give of himself. Remembered is a Musician who engaged the composition with heart and notes to bless and bring joy, captivating listeners. He was skilled technically and creatively. His heart was one that radiated praise to Almighty God. He served. He gave. We were always blessed.
Daniel Cantor
May 16, 2023
Was this the Ovid Young who teamed up with Stephen Nielson as duo pianists?
July 25, 2015
Dear Laura and family,
I was thinking of Ovid only today remembering when he was was performing with Robert Hale and Dean Wilder. What a tremendous gifted person he was. His music arrangements is still lifting my heart and soul today. To God be the glory. We will see him again.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Erikson
Columbia, Maryland
Chuck McNelly
March 28, 2015
I am very sad to learn of Ovid's passing. Seems like yesterday when Ruthmarie Eimer, Ovid, and I were friends, fellow music students at Olivet in the early sixties. He was a fine person and an extremely gifted musician. May he rest in peace.
Connie Nottoli
November 9, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Young! He touched our family's & neighborhood family's lives every Christmas when he and Mrs. Young invited us over. They would ask our children to play on their Grand Piano, listen with sincerest interest, and compliment them with praises. Mr. Young would then play a short performance, which always inspired us and filled our holidays with joy!! What a truly talented and loving friend! He was so humble and generous; we had no idea that he was world renown for his music. His legacy will never be forgotten! We will love seeing him again in heaven some day, and know he'll be making music for his Lord! Foxboro Lane has never been the same since Ovid and Laura moved. We miss you and love you! Dan, Connie, Daniel, & Sophia Nottoli
Mary and Frank DePeri
September 8, 2014
It was always a blessing to hear Ovid and Stephen Neilson play the piano together. At First Baptist Church-Plano we were able to hear them several times. I appreciate the musical response that he composed for our church. We sing it every Sunday!!!
Mary and Frank DePeri
Tricia Rhea
September 2, 2014
Laura & Family,
I was so heartily saddened to hear of Ovid's passing. Did not realize you had moved away from Dallas. Just sending love, support and concern for you at this most difficult time. What a loss for all who knew him and loved him. He and his gifts of music impacted so many many people. Love you and with prayers.
STEPHANIE YOUNG
September 1, 2014
UNCLE OVID...SO GOING TO MISS YOU. HE WAS THE BEST BUT NOW HE'S WITH MY DAD AND THEIR DAD...WHAT A SWEET REUNION THAT MUST BE !
Glenn Askew
August 30, 2014
I have enjoyed singing Dr. Young's arrangements of tenor-baritone duets.He was a blessing to all who have performed his wonderful arrangements.
Neva Salser
August 30, 2014
With his music he leads us in praises to the One at whose feet he now worships. May you take comfort under the wings of the God of all comfort.
From one to whom he still ministers.
Peggy (Mrs. B. Calyton) Bell
August 29, 2014
Obid was enjoyed and deeply appreciated by those at Highland Park Presbyterian Church in Dallas. When my husband was a Pastor it was our joy to welcome him to the church and I only imagine my husband, Clayton, welcoming Ovid to heaven.
Fran
August 29, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. I wish the Young family great strength during this time of grief...Philipp. 4:13
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