James Lewis Young
James (Jim) Lewis Young of Charlotte was reunited with his daughter Dana, on her second year of passing, Friday, August 30, 2024.
James (Jim) was born December 30, 1941, in Lansing to his parents Floyd and Leone (Pierce) Young. He graduated from Easten High School, then worked for Sparrow Hospital before being drafted into the Army during Vietnam, where he was trained as military corpsman. He married the love of his life Elaine (Hagerman) on April 3, 1965, and they lived near Fort Knox, KY during his time in the military. They moved home to Lansing to start a family, and he began a career with General Motors (GM) to which he retired after 30 years of service. During this time, Jim and Elaine welcomed their loving daughter Dana first in 1968, then two years, two months and two days later, they welcomed their loving son Mark in 1970.
Jim was loved for his intelligence, quick sense of humor, his mechanical ability to fix anything, and his devotion to family. He loved just being home, and fishing. He often kept a packed duffle bag on hand for his adventures north to Dana’s paradise, also known as the “the cottage”, in Ocqueoc, Michigan. He loved spending time there with Dana, her husband Dan, family, friends, or just simply by himself fishing the Ocqueoc River.
He was a loving, wonderful husband, father and grandpa! Leading us all by example to show what it means to be devoted to family; he was proud to see his children and grandchildren living their lives this way! He would always make us laugh and was happy to see that his granddaughters inherited the same quick wit from him. He showed us all what real love is! He will forever be remembered, loved and missed!
He was preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Leone, his brother Bill (Pat) Young, and his daughter Dana.
Jim is survived by his wife of 59 years Elaine, Son Mark (Amy), Granddaughters Olivia (Alex) and Elizabeth (Sebastian). His brother David (Anne), Sister Sue, and sister-in-law Daylene Sadler, many nieces, nephews, and friends. He is also survived by his wonderful son-in-law Dan Clay and the incredible Clay Family; Thank you Dan for your continued help and support!
A graveside service was held on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 2 p.m. at West Carmel Cemetery.
Those desiring may make contributions in Jim’s memory to the charity of their choosing.
To view Jim’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com
The family is being served by the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home.