Brandon J. Young

Brandon Jay Young passed away on September 19, 2021, at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids, MN, at the age of 61. He was born to Jack and Pauline (Reineccius) Young on November 13, 1959, in Princeton. Brandon graduated from Forest Lake High School in 1978 and Lakewood/Century College in 1986 with an AA degree in Criminal Justice. He went on to employment with the Lino Lakes Police Department as a part-time officer in 1987 and then full-time in 1989.
Brandon retired from his career in law enforcement in July of 2012 and took a part-time position with Rice Lake Elementary School, continuing to work with area youth as he had done for many years. He was a DARE instructor and enjoyed working with kids. During his career he faced the common dangers given to his profession but always with courage, compassion, and professionalism. Brandon obtained many commendations and recognitions during his career. He also worked at the Safeway Driving School in Blaine, where he was a driver's training instructor.
Brandon had an extraordinary musical talent, including being able to successfully play any instrument that was handed to him. He would always bring his guitar to family gatherings and would take requests to play and sing whatever he was asked. He had a special way of including everyone in his love of music, young and old, he knew your song. Most recently, Brandon performed with the band, Dakota Clover.
He also recorded several music CDs including a Christian CD called "STAND." In high school, Brandon would play concerts for his classmates which typically included the entire John Denver library of songs, amongst others. Brandon rubbed elbows with several famous names in the music industry who encouraged him to pursue his dream, one of them being Johnny Cash. Brandon loved hunting, fishing, archery, camping, and just being with friends and family. He loved to ride his motorcycle and had been involved with the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club.
He married Jacquelyn Lee Roden on October 6, 1985. They enjoyed a fun-filled life with lots of love and laughter until Jackie passed away on October 23, 2005, after 20 years of marriage.
Brandon is survived by his children, Tara Young, Ryan Young, and Jennifer Dolan; four grandchildren, Quintin, Elise, Kara, and Lacey; brothers, Brian Young, Jeffrey Young (Deb), and Darin Young (Gina); sister, Susan Shold (Brian); and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jacquelyn; and his parents, Jack and Pauline Young.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 1, 2021, at Christ Gospel Church, 654 119th Avenue NE, Blaine, MN. Family and friends are invited to a visitation from 4:00-8:00 PM on Thursday, September 30, 2021, at Christ Gospel Church and also one hour prior to the service on Friday. Burial will be in Oak Knoll Cemetery, Princeton.
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