Nancy Woods "Joy" Young

Nancy Woods "Joy" Young obituary

Nancy Woods "Joy" Young

Nancy Young Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bolton Funeral Home - Columbiana on Jan. 26, 2026.
Nancy Joy Woods Young, lovingly known as Joy, passed away peacefully and surrounded with love on Friday, January 16, 2026 at the age of 74.

Joy will be remembered for her quick wit, candid honesty and her devotion to family. She took great pride in family. She loved big and was generous to a fault. Joy stood strong in her beliefs and was fiercely loyal to those closest to her.

As an avid fisherwoman, she cherished her time on the water with a fishing rod in hand. Joy was also a proud Veteran, having served as a member of the United States Army.

Joy was predeceased by her father and her husband. She is survived by her mother, her three siblings (and spouses), her two sons (and spouse), and multiple grandchildren.

Our earthly loss is surely Heaven's gain. A burial service with Military Honors will be held for family at a later date.

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