Richard H. Young

Richard H. Young obituary, Nags Head, NC

Richard H. Young

Richard Young Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 14, 2024.
Dr. Richard H. Young passed away at his home after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born and raised in Florence SC and was the son of Johnnie H. Young and the late Judith Yarborough Young. He was a Periodontist and earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine at MUSC in Charleston SC and completed his Periodontal residency at the University of Florida in Gainesville. He practiced in North Myrtle Beach for 35 years and loved his profession, staff, patients, and colleagues.

Rick was also survived by his wife of 41 years and best friend, Melody C. Young and his daughter whom he adored, Dr. McKenzie C. Young. He was survived by his brother Micah, sister-in-law Christy and nephew Thomas. Rick was survived by his sister-in-law Tara Wiggins and nephew Matthew Gardner. He is also survived by his nieces Taylor, Rachel and Carla and many cousins.

Rick is now with his brother Kevin "KY" with whom he was very close. He is at peace and will be missed by those who knew and loved him

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

A Celebration of Life will be Thursday November 21 at 1:00pm for visitation and 2:00pm for the service at Greenwood Baptist Church In Florence on Claussen Rd.

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Mark Josey

November 18, 2024

SORRY TO HEAR MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND YOUR FAMILIES I PRAY THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES WILL FIND SOME COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT HE IS NOW RESTING PEACEFULLY IN GOD'S LOVING HANDS

Dr Jeanne Fourrier

November 16, 2024

Dearest Melody and Mckenzie I am just heartbroken over Rick s passing . He was such a great periodontist,husband, father , and friend . He loved his patients with such great compassion. We have spent many hours in the past going over cases and learning from each other . I will miss him. May God surround you with his loving arms, heal your grief and restore your joy. Much love and many blessings
Jeanne Fourrier

Wes Teal

November 15, 2024

Melody and McKenzie,
Hazel and I are deeply saddened to hear about Rick´s passing. We are heartbroken for you but thankful that Rick is no longer suffering. We pray that our Lord and Savior Jesus will comfort you during this incredible time of loss and grief.
Rick and I went through dental school together and continued to work together professionally for over 30 years. Rick and Melody took impeccable care of many of our patients from my former practice, Carolina Dental Care. They cared for our patients with much compassion and professionalism. Rick will be greatly missed by his patients and friends.

Carole Tyler

November 15, 2024

I am so sorry and will keep the family in my prayers. I saw him as a patient for many years. Loved him and the staff.

Judy Wooten

November 15, 2024

I was a patient of Dr Young for many years and was grateful for his passion as a periodontist. Always enjoyed his staff and hearing about his daughter. I am so sorry to learn of his sickness and untimely death. My thoughts are with Melody and his daughter. Judy Wooten

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