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Merry Young

Portland, Oregon

09/07/1939 - 07/19/2025

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July 19, 2025
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Portland, Oregon

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Merry Van Young, born September 7, 1939, passed away on July 19, 2025, at Portland Providence Hospital from complications of lung cancer. She was formerly known as Merry McMahan and was born by Mildred Dunning and Boone McMahan. Merry is preceded in death by her son David Young and is survived by...

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Merry was a great friend. She had so many interesting stories about her life. She was a very smart lady

I knew Merry years ago from the time we both ushered at Chamber Music NW in downtown Portland. She was a wonderful person to usher with - always interested in the music and in helping people get to their seats. She always walked from her work as a paralegal and took the bus regularly. I was able to drive her home occasionally as we both lived in north Portland. She was a delightful person and a joy to be with. Her love of music (and also films as I recall) was immense! My condolences to her...

Max and Jude, I haven´t seen Merry for many years and was sad to hear of her death. I knew her for so many years and always thought she was wonderful. But I realize I knew so little about her life and regret never having spoken to her about that. I wish you and your families the best, and know you will get comfort from many memories of your mother. Steven Goldberg