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Carl White Young was born November 14, 1943, in Oneonta, New York. He was one of four children born to the union of Philip and Effie Glee (Maeck) Young. Carl attended Bethlehem Central High School in Delmar, New York, graduating with the class of 1961. While he initially pursued higher education at the University of Toledo, Carl's studies were interrupted when he enlisted in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War where he served as a Navy Corpsman and medic, until his Honorable Discharge.

To provide for his family Carl worked as a civil engineer for the New York Central, Conrail, and Norfolk Southern Railroads for over three decades before retiring on March 1, 2000. Following his retirement, he continued his work in the industry as a senior construction inspector for URS.

On August 6, 1976, Carl married the former Caroline Burgard in Banksville, Pennsylvania. Together, they were blessed with two sons, Douglas and James. Both Carl and Caroline were active members of the Huron Baptist Church in Flat Rock, Michigan. He loved watching Fox News and was an avid reader with a particular interest in books about the "old west". He took pride in his red F150 Lightning edition pick-up truck with a modified engine and transmission, which he enjoyed driving only in good weather conditions, ensuring it never saw rain or snow.

Family was at the center of Carl's life, and he cherished his roles as a husband, father, and Papa above all else. Known for his caring nature, Carl was someone everyone turned to with their problems.

Carl White Young, age 80 of Carleton, Michigan went to be with his Lord on June 20, 2024. He passing was preceded by his parents; Philip and Glee Young; his son; James Young in 2017; a brother; Robert Young and his sister; Helen Magrum.

To cherish Carl’s memory he leaves behind his loving wife of forty eight years; Caroline Young of Carleton, Michigan; one son; Douglas Young of Carleton, Michigan; one sister; Barbara Graffunder of Austin, Texas; two grandchildren; Katie (Michael) Harville of Jackson, Tennessee and Douglas Young, Jr. of Carleton, Michigan; three great grandchildren; Penelope Young, Karleigh Harville and Natalee Young who had a special bond with her “Papa”.

Friends may gather from 2:00pm until 8:00pm on Monday June 24, 2024 at Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe, 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe, Michigan 48162. (734) 384-5185. Carl will lie in state starting at 10:00 am on Tuesday June 25, 2024 at the Huron Baptist Church, 30300 Olmstead Road in Flat Rock, Michigan. A Celebration of His life will begin at 11:00 am also at the church with Pastor Steven Thomas, officiating. A procession will follow to Oak Ridge Cemetery in Brownstown Township, Michigan for intgerment.

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Monday
24
June

Public gathering for Carl W. Young

2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Monday, June 24, 2024
Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe
2442 North Monroe Street
Monroe, Michigan, United States
(734) 384-5185
Public gathering for Carl W. Young
Tuesday
25
June

Public Gathering for Carl W. Young

10:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Huron Baptist Church
30300 Olmstead Road
Flat Rock , Michigan, United States
Public gatherong for Carl W. Young
Tuesday
25
June

Celebration of Life for Carl W. Young

11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Huron Baptist Church
30300 Olmstead Road
Flat Rock, Michigan, United States
(734)379-2000
Celebration of Life for Carl W. Young
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