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Ronald Young Obituary
He is survived by his mother, Martha Young of Macomb; sister, Catherine (Michael) Murphy; and brother, Steven (Jody) Young both of Macomb, Illinois; nieces Sarah (Rusty) Murphy – Melhouse, Rachel Murphy; nephew Patrick Murphy; great-niece Maeve Melhouse; and great-nephew Roric Melhouse.
He was a 1970 graduate of Macomb High School and worked at Sodexo at WIU until his retirement in 2005. He was a member of the Good Hope United Methodist Church.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Good Hope United Methodist Church. Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the guestbook and leave condolences at www.dodsworthfh.com.
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Cheryl Parry
January 24, 2026
Martha,Jerry and I are so sorry for your loss of Ron, I remember him from auction center and he always had a big smile and talked to you whenever he seen you never forgot you. sending prayers to you.
Jerry and Cheryl Parry
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Fran Ruebush
January 22, 2026
Will miss Ronnie's chuckle and generousness. Had alot of fun times together. My Sympathy.
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