Dr. Matthew G. Young, age 62, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 18th, in Hendersonville, North Carolina. He was born January 12th, 1957, in Franklin, IN, to Pamela and James Young. He was a 1975 graduate of Franklin Community High School, a 1979 graduate of Davidson College, and a 1983 graduate of Indiana University's Dental School. He married Susan Young on August 10th, 1984, Etowah, North Carolina.
Loving the mountains, Dr. Young made his home, with Susan, in Western North Carolina. Together, with his mother-in-law, Doris, they founded a highly impactful general dental practice that would improve the lives of thousands, for the next three decades with a holistic focus. His passion for healing lead him to serve as President of the International Academy or Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). Matthew also enjoyed cooking, spending time at the beaches of South Carolina, his dogs, sharing time with his sons, Alabama football, and his three grandchildren. Matthew will be remembered as a man who lived with empathy and a passion for healing. He is survived by his wife, Susan; his two sons, Ezekiel, and Caleb; his daughter-in-law, Jennifer and his three grandchildren, Rylie, Tucker, Shiloh; his three sisters, Sara, Mindy, and Carrie; and his loving dog, Tyson.
Family, friends, and others whose lives Matthew touched are invited to leave a memory at his online celebration at: https://www.forevermissed.com/matthew-g-young
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Published by Times-News from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Young

15 Entries

Carol Brennan

June 23, 2020

I absolutely loved Dr. Young. He was the best dentist I ever had and, by far, one of the kindest men I have ever met. I got there really early one morning because I have to drive quite a distance, and he took me into the back and showed me how to make coffee and that is not what normally happens in dentist offices. Normally you just sit out in front until somebody comes and gets you. I miss his excellence as a dentist and just being in his gentle presence was always so calming, even when I had to have a procedure that I didnt welcome. I know that he is so missed by every one of his clients. God bless his family. If his clients miss him so much, I cant imagine how painful it is for his family. I just found this or I would have written these words a lot sooner.

David Fulfer

April 27, 2020

We loved Dr. Young so much that we would drive from Greenville to go to the dentist. He was so kind. You could tell that he truly loved other people. My kids loved going to the the dentist... well as much as a kid could. He gave me confidence to get my oral health in check. You will be missed.

Gretchen Simpson

November 13, 2019

I shall miss your humor and gentle ways . You made going to the dentist almost fun! Good bye my friend.Yours is an enormous loss

Robin McAlister

October 27, 2019

Robin and Ed McAlister.

To our dentist who became our friend. Best wishes to Susie and family.

jeff wells

October 22, 2019

Dr. Young took me in over 15 years ago after several dentists "messed me up". Trust was almost immediate with him. Loved his wife and staff as well. . .like family. I join with his family in grieving this great loss.

Kim Clark

October 21, 2019

I just found out about Dr. Young's passing. I'm devastated. He single-handedly eliminated my fear of going to the dentist and got me back on the road to good health. And, to top it off, he was one of the nicest, kindest men I've ever met. My deepest sympathy to his family and coworkers. We've lost a good'un.

Nathan Schomber

October 14, 2019

Dr. Young was more the the best dentist ever....he was truly my friend.

Sarah Schomber

October 14, 2019

This news is truly heartbreaking. To make it a joy to go to the dentist is not an easy task but Dr Young did just that for my whole family. The WNC community has lost someone very special. He will be missed. We send our sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

Nancy Baker

October 1, 2019

Our community has lost a truly caring and fine man. Dr. Young never stopped learning and improving his skills. He gave. He was a friend. He and his staff served 3 generations of our family. He will be greatly missed.

danny sharpe

September 27, 2019

I just found out. Our entire family is so sorry. We love all you guys. Gone too soon. Godspeed. Danny Sharpe and family

Scott Sahf

September 24, 2019

Thinking of you all during this time. Dr. Sahf & Team

Bill and Candy Watson

September 24, 2019

Dr. Young was the best dentist our family has had. Our hearts hurt with your Sue and the family. We loved him.

Jacques Imbeau

September 22, 2019

Dear Matthew:

Your dedication to a better and kinder world is a foundation which we will continue to build upon. Farewell my friend and continue your journey to greater heights.

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