Donald Youngen Obituary
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Don is survived by his children, Connie Wright of Aurora and Joe (Lynn) Youngen of Yorkville: his grandsons, Andrew Youngen and Christopher Youngen; his step-grandsons, Joshua Ritli and Lane Wright; and his step great-grandson, Kyle Ritli.
He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara; parents, Joseph & Barbara Youngen; his sisters, Ruth Maendlein and Catherine Mareske; and son-in-law, Randy Wright.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025 to St. Joseph Catholic Church at 722 High Street, Aurora for 10:00 AM Mass. Interment will follow at Lincoln Memorial Park. Visitation will be Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at The Daleiden Mortuary (220 N. Lake Street, Aurora, IL 60506., 630-631-5500).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church or the charity of the donor's choice.
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Mark Schramer
Yesterday
Don was a good guy..
Stacy Rukas
November 7, 2025
Joe, I knew something was up when I saw your truck on the daily at his home. I´m sorry for your loss.
Pamela Lacey
November 5, 2025
Connie & family. So very sorry to hear of your loss.. Keeping you in my prayers for comfort & Peace .
Pam & Jon Lacey ( nee Koon )
Kim (Pyle)Michalsen
November 4, 2025
So sorry to hear of Don's passing. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. Prayers to you all.
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Susana Iris Reuland
November 4, 2025
So sorry Joe ,huge hugs to you and your family .
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