Walter "Walt" Croston Young

Walter "Walt" Croston Young, 94, of Rochester, NY, formerly of Pembroke Pines, FL, died in Tallahassee, FL on August, 6, 2016.

Walt was born March 2, 1922, the son of Mr. & Mrs. James Young. Walt is survived by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy Forsberg. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Richard and Robert; his sister Jane and his son-in-law, Arthur Lawry.

Walt served in the United States Army Air Corps. in the Pacific during World War II. After his service to his country, he received a B.S. degree from Niagara University, 1949; a M.S. degree from Barry University, 1957; a Ed.D from the University of Miami, 1965; and an honorary LL.D from Barry University, in 1982.

Walt served on the Pembroke Pines City Council from 1962-1964. After a long career in education as a teacher, principal and an administrator with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Walt was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 1972 and served ten consecutive terms until his retirement in 1992.

In appreciation of Walt's efforts in the field of education, the City of Pembroke Pines and the State of Florida dedicated the Walter C. Young Middle School and Resource Center in his honor in 1991.

In addition to his wife, Walter is survived by his daughters, Nancy, Jane and Dottie; three grandsons, and their spouses; two granddaughters, two great-grandsons and a great-granddaughter.

A memorial service will be held at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home, Riggins Road Chapel at 11am on Saturday, August 13, 2016.

If desired, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made, in his honor to: Second Harvest of the Big Bend 4446 Entrepot Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32310 or to the Salvation Army.

The caring professionals of Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home are honored to serve the Young family.

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Aug. 10, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Walter Young

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August 12, 2016

I was privileged to serve in the Fl. House of Representatives with Walt during the 1972-74 session. I admired his understanding of the many, complex issues we faced and he served with Honor and distinction. He leaves a great leagecy. Terrell Sessums, Speaker of the House, 1972-74.

August 11, 2016

Walt was a Great Floridan and American. His service as a legislator and his legacy to education will always be remembered. I'm saddened by his passing, and my thoughts and prayers are with the family especially Dottie.

Will Holcombe

August 11, 2016

Walt was an excellent legislator and a great friend to Broward Community College. Thanks to his leadership, thousands of students have had the opportunity to attend college and start promising careers. Our hearts go out to his wife and family.

Christina Harris

August 10, 2016

I was saddened to read about Dr. Young's passing.
He was the first principal I worked with in Dade County Schools. I was one of his secretaries at Carol City Junior High School.

I now live in Tallahassee, and I thought of him often. I only regret that I didn't try to get in touch with him. My deepest condolences to you and the girls. He spoke to me so often about you and the girls.

Mary Figg

August 10, 2016

Dorothy and Family,
What a rich life Walt lived and he had you and the children to share it with, meaning he was blessed several times over.
Walt was a true blue educator who acted on the best interests of his constiuents. I was priviledged to learn from him and follow his teaching.
My thoughts are with you.
Mary Figg

Terence OMalley

August 10, 2016

My deepest condolences. I had the honor to serve with Walt in the Florida House. He was always my guide on education issues.
Hon. Terence T. O'Malley

Anne Mackenzie

August 10, 2016

Dorothy - I was so saddened to learn of Walt's passing - he was a great friend, great member of the House and made huge contributions to education in the State of Florida.

Prayers for you and the girls.

Fondly, Anne

August 10, 2016

Known as "Mr. Education" on the Broward County Legislative Delegation, Walter Young spent his life fighting for the improvement of our public schools and the students they serve. He was a man of integrity who never forgot his students or his constituents. It was an honor to have known him. Maureen Dinnen, veteran teacher and former President of the Florida Education Association

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