Mr. Robert Bernard Young was the son of the late Robert Allen Young and Lola Dixon Young, was born on February 8, 1951 in Cleveland County. He transitioned from this earthly home to his heavenly home on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, North Carolina.
Robert was a former member of St. James AME Zion Church of Indiana, and Rudisill Chapel AME Zion Church of Cherryville, North Carolina. He was currently a member of Friendship Christian Church, Gastonia, North Carolina.
Robert earned his M. ED in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Missouri Columbia in 1980, B.A. in American History at the University of Missouri Columbia in 1976 and attended North Carolina Central University in Durham, North Carolina from 1969-1972 before enlisting in the U. S. Navy. He was employed with Salem Industries, Bessemer City, North Carolina. He was an avid fisherman and a loyal Washington Redskin fan.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents; Robert Allen Young and Lola Dixon Young, and one sister; Loretta Ann Roberts.
Surviving siblings; James Gregory Young of Spartanburg, North Carolina, Aundrea Young Williams (John) of Shelby, North Carolina, a great aunt; Esther Mae Ramseur of Maiden, North Carolina .
He leaves to cherish precious and loving memories: his wife of 11 years, Rosemary Young, 3 children; Crystal Watson, Rabi Caryl Young, Exton, PA, Allen Robert Young, Pittsburg, PA, stepchildren; Catina Brooks (Ivan), Maurice Corry (Kizzy), grandchildren; Michael Watson, Tyrese Watson, Toren Gardner, step - grandchildren: Ivan Brooks, Jr., Aaliyah Brooks, Mahari Corry, Kendall Corry, Kalaysha Clark, Mriyha Corry, Xaviha Corry, 2 grandgrandchilden; Kaiden Brooks, Mekhi Brooks, 4 brothers-in-law: John Williams, Nelson Kee, Timothy Kee, Warren Ramseur, 3 sisters-in-law: Sandra Ramseur, Maria Wallace, Mellisa Kee, mother-in-law: Ella Kee, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Arrangement Are As Follow:
Private Memorial Service Friendship Christian Church Gastonia, North Carolina
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Burial: Private
I was a friend of Bernard (his preferred name at the time) when we were very young teenagers. I remember him as a vigorous and tenacious high school basketball player and a kind person. I also went to high school with his first wife Carol and had known her for years before I met Bernard and before they met each other. I last saw the two of them at a Cleveland High School reunion about 13 or so years ago. No one there knew Carol was ill at the time and I learned she passed away the following year. I'm so sorry to hear of his untimely death and offer my heart felt condolences to his wife Rosemary, his children and grands. L.Fowler, Ellenwood, GA.
My husband and I only new Robert from working with Joey at Skills. He was such a wonderful and very kind man. We appreciate all he did for all of them. Many prayers to his wife and family.God bless you Robert Young. Jim & Janet Morris
Mr & Dr Young welcomed me into their home for decades and I will never forgrt how kind, welcoming, and inbested they were in my growth. You were both true mentors and I am so glad you are now reunited. We will all miss you here. Forever my admiration, "Angye"
Rosemary & Crystal: I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband & father. I want you both to know that you are in my prayers and I pray for PEACE for you all. Sherry & James McClure
To my sweet cousin, her children and the entire family, my condolence and prayers are with you guys. Carrie Feemster
My sincere condolences to Bernard's family. May our Lord bless and comfort you during this time of grief. A classmate 1956-1965 Linda "Drucilla" Feemster Allison
Classmate from Cherryville/NCCU... Freda Smith Tillman
Shocked and saddened to hear about the death of my classmate, Bernard. We were raised in Cherryville and attended and graduated from Cherryville Sr. High School. Upon graduation we both continued our education at North Carolina Central University (NCCU). Condolences to the family for the loss of your love one. A famous quote "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory that no one can steal". Prayers for comfort and peace for the family.
Robert was not just a co-worker, but he was a friend. Thoughts and prayers for his family. He will be greatly missed. Love, Bridget V.
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. So loved, so missed, so very dear.... Our deepest sincere condolences for his family. He will be forever missed but remain in our hearts forever. Rest easy Robert in heavenly peace.. Love always, Cricket, Katrina & Sarah
I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. Robert was my coworker and friend, he will be missed by many here at our facility. He had a kind caring way about himself that you just had to love. May God be with you all during the loss of your love one and my prayers and thoughts are with you all. Co Worker , Gaston Skills, Inc. Yvonne Bragg
To The Young Family,we share your grief Roberts Family.North Brunswick N.J.Bayonne N.J
Anthony Cunningham
My prayers and condolences go out to you and your family Robert will be missed i really enjoyed fishing with him and when we went out to watch the football games even if he was a Washington fan lol love you man you will be missed.
Hello Rabi and Allen. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved father. I so enjoyed time spent with he and your mother. I also appreciated how he welcomed all into your home when your mother was so ill. I lost touch with him after he moved to NC, but he is remembered with much fondness. May you both carry on the faith and legacy of your parents. Mary (Sadler) Williams Freeport PA
Robert was a wonderful person,I worked with him at GSI and he was lived by all.We will miss him being there,will not be the same,prayers for his family,may GOD give you comfort
We sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for your comfort snd peace in days to come.
Larry and Colette Hill
Sorry for your loss, Robert was a dear friend and classmate, have hope in tomorrow,have faith in the everlasting,and take comfort in the love of friends and family. May God's love make your grief bearable. Cynthia Hoyle Stover
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