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RONALD YOUNG Obituary
RONALD C., 53, of Brownstown PA, passed away on Monday, June 27, 2011 at his residence. He was the companion of Cheryl L. Spohn.
Ronald was employed as the Store Manager of the Lebanon PA WalMart. He was also a research historian and author on the American Civil War. He was the author of the books, Lancaster County Civil War Sites Revisited, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, In The Civil War, and Thomas Welsh In The Mexican War.
He was a member of Masonic Lodge #43 F&AM in Lancaster, PA and Lancaster Historical Society. He was a Cub Scout Pack Leader, Little League Base-ball Coach, and an avid sports fan, especially Philly sports.
In addition to his companion Cheryl, he is survived by a son, Joshua L. Young; stepson, Brett, husband of Erin Spohn; stepdaughter, Christina Spohn; and 2 step-grandchildren. Also surviving are his mother, Dolores Young; sister, Cathy, wife of James Sheehan; brother, Carl Young; one niece and one nephew. Ronald was preceded in death by his father, Arnold R. Young.
Friends will be received at PAUL L. GRAVENOR HOME FOR FUNERALS, 100 W. Main St., Ephrata PA, from 1 to 3 P.M., on Friday, July 1, 2011. Memorial Services will follow at 3 P.M. with the Rev. David Hinkley officiating. Final care will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations to the Joshua L. Young Fund, which can be made at any Sovereign Bank location. To offer your condolences visit
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DeeAnna Hurst- Kotcherlakota
November 19, 2011
Ron was a fine man and he was a gentleman. I really enjoyed chatting with him at the Ephrata WM. Always smiling .
May your family find peace.
God bless you.
DeeAnna
Dr. Chris E. Fonvielle, Jr.
September 14, 2011
I met Ron just this past summer when he was in Wilmington, North Carolina, to explore historic sites for his work on the 203rd Pennsylvania Infantry during the Civil War. He contacted me before coming down because he had read my book on Fort Fisher, which included a lot of material on the 203rd Pennsylvania. Ron and I got together at Fort Fisher and hit it off immediately, both sharing our love for and interest in that famous unit. In fact, we decided by the end of the day that we would co-author a regimental history of the 203rd PA. I was really looking forward to working with Ron and getting to know him better. In fact, he was planning a return trip to Wilmington in the fall. Though my time with Ron was brief, I was at once struck by his kind, thoughtful, and generous nature, as well as his love of history, his family, and Pennsylvania. I am greatly saddened by his passing and extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and close friends. God Bless and keep Ronald C. Young.
Peter Tombrakos
July 7, 2011
To Mrs Young and family,
My condolences and prayers go out to all of you. Ron was one of my closet friends in high School. I will always cherish all those Phillie games we went to with him and his grandfather. He will always be remembered in my thoughts forever.
July 7, 2011
Mrs. Young, Cathy, Carl & family -- Very sorry to learn of Ron's passing.
I recall fondly childhood times in Southampton Hills. Ron was nice as he was handsome, athletic and always had time for the little kids. Whether he was shooting hoops or washing his car he'd always stop and make contact with us. I know my sisters and I would ask him to talk in his "donald duck" voice. He always did and we enjoyed it.
Wanted you to know we are thinking of you at this heartbreaking time.
Most sincerely,
Joette M. Adams.
Carole Miller
July 1, 2011
With Deepest sympathy to Ron's family,
Carole Miller
Maranda Corson
July 1, 2011
You will be missed. A great man a father to most of us. Thank you for believeing in me and being there. My heart is shattered. I will look to the heavens! Remember its not goodbye, its I will see you later on the other side. ... Maranda from Mays Landing NJ
Gurudatta
June 30, 2011
I send blessings of healing of and abundance for family and friends of Ronald Young. Ron gave me his business card and enjoyed talking about the Civil War and Philosophy. One day he told me this story about Arabian Nights that was interesting.
Here is a poem from Mary Elizabeth Frye that I feel that Ron would appreciate:
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
Bryan Scott
June 30, 2011
You always went out of your way to make me feel like part of the family. Thank you for your warmth, your humor and kindness. Your passion and presence in life will be sorely missed but always remembered.
John Manning
June 29, 2011
so sad...I'll always remember the kind, genuine, and warm person you were to me; you were just like your father.Thank you and rest in peace.
Shirley H
June 29, 2011
Sorry I did not get to know you better.God bless your family and friends.
Gods Love
Brent Musser, Jr.
June 29, 2011
My condolences to the Young family and friends, Ron will be greatly missed. Ron and I met through the Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War. We both had a passion for researching the Soldiers that served in that conflict. I will miss his friendship and our research trips to the National Archives in Washington, DC. Rest in Peace my friend and God Bless.
Yours in Fraternity, Charity and Loyalty
Kara Rutter
June 29, 2011
My condolences to his family and friends, he was my manager at Walmart, it was a pleasure to work with him, he was always so kind and helpful to me. God bless my prayers are with you and your family.
ELAINE IZER
June 29, 2011
You will be missed, you taught me alot
may you rest in peace
Tiffany Shuman (and family)
June 29, 2011
My condolences go out to the family. He was a good man. He was there for me when my son passed away 3 years ago and he was easy to talk to. He was happy when he found out that i was pregnant and was going to have another chance at motherhood right before he left palmyra. I was sad when i found out he was leaving our store. He did a lot of good things for it. I will always remember him cooking on the grill wearing this big cat in the hat type hat. I got to see him a couple weeks ago and introduce him to my new baby girl. I've never seen a man so happy for me. He will be truly missed. Josh your father loved you so much he was always talking about you and the things you did together. Hold those memories dear to your heart. We will be praying for you and your family. God Bless. @->->----
June 29, 2011
You will be missed terribly dear friend! You left us way too soon! Micky Kraft - Lancaster Civil War Round Table
karin kilcoyne
June 29, 2011
what a sad thing you leaving us , no more civil war talks where i learned a lot from us- history . No more talking about great places on earth to visit . You where a good person .
Dolores Young
June 29, 2011
You were a great son and I love you dearly and will miss you.
My Love Mom
Carl Young
June 29, 2011
Good bye my brother, my best friend. All my love until we meet again.
Jim Ellis
June 29, 2011
You were a friend, mentor, and a great man. You will be missed.
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