Gerald Young

1929 - 2021

Gerald Robert Young (Jerry), 91, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2021. He was born on November 22, 1929 in Winchendon, Massachusetts to the late Hiram R. and Marian D. (Bancroft) Young. He moved to Severna Park, MD in 1969, where he resided for over 45 years.

Mr. Young had a long and distinguished career with the National Security Agency. He served in a variety of assignments ultimately becoming the Deputy Director from 1988 through 1990.

Mr. Young received the Presidential Rank Award for Distinguished Executive in 1988 from President Ronald Reagan. He received the National Security Medal from President George H.W. Bush in 1990.

Jerry is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 59 years, Lucille (Kloman) Young and his brother, John B. Young. Jerry is survived by his sister, Joan Russell, his daughter, Leah Rayburn and husband Charles, his son, John C. Young and wife Tracey, 5 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren as well as several nieces, nephews and cousin.

There will be a memorial service followed by a reception on Monday November 8, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Oakcrest Retirement Community Chapel, 8800 Walther Blvd., Parkville, MD. Online condolences may be made at rayburnfam@gmail.com or ruddyduck1@comcast.net.