Ricky Rae Young, 65, of Forsyth, died on December 13, 2015 at Rosebud Health Care Center after battling a long illness.
Rick was born the oldest of three children on January 18, 1950 in Sheridan, Wyoming to Horace “Tink” and Effie (Coughlin) Young. He attended schools throughout Montana and graduated from Billings Senior High School. After graduation, Rick began working at Long Construction in Colstrip.
He came from a family proud of serving in the Military, and in January of 1971, Rick decided to join that rich legacy by enlisting in the Marine Corp. He served honorably for several years. Upon completion of his Military service, Rick returned to Colstrip and his job at Long Construction, which later became Western Energy. He retired after 40 years. During that time he raised 2 sons: Ricky Jr. and Jimmy.
On November 4, 1995, Rick was united in marriage to Sharon Hofferber. They have spent the last 20 years together hunting, fishing, camping and simply enjoying being with each other.
Rick was a skilled artist and enjoyed wood-working. Recently Ricky was honored for obtaining localized healthcare and medical service for his fellow Veteran’s in Forsyth, and received a Congressional Citation for his efforts.
Ricky was preceded in death by his father and a daughter-in-law.
He is survived by his loving mother, Effie Young; his loving wife, Sharon; sons: Ricky Ray ( Karen) and Jimmy Young, both of Billings; brothers Harold (Irene) Young of Colstrip and Randy Young of Sioux Falls, SD; 6 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth. Military Honors will follow, along with a reception at the Funeral Home.
To leave condolences and memories of Rick, please visit www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Thursday December 17, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Ln.
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Thursday December 17, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Ln.
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Ken Stokes says
So sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. Rick was a good kind man and will be missed by all who knew and worked with him. The entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
George Becker says
I worked with Rick at the mine many years ago, I always enjoyed visiting with him at work.
Then a few years ago he moved into my neighborhood. He was still the same funny guy I new at the mine back in the 80’s.
He will be missed, he was one of the great people that many of us knew from work and from around town. His family is in our prayers.
Andy and Gayla says
Sorry to here about Rick’s passing. I always enjoyed visiting with him when he worked at the mine. The entire Young family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Mearl DeTienne says
I always enjoyed visiting with Rick, He always had a friendly Hello and a smile on His face. Rick may You rest in peace. Mearl DeTienne Billings Montana
Grace Larson says
Sharon , Effie , and Rick’s family , my heart goes out to all of you . Rick left a wonderful legacy for Veterans and he will be remembered as a strong and determined man showing tremendous courage to the end . And also the love he and Sharon shared was a testimony to their life together . With Love & Many Prayers , Grace
Lloyd & Norma Gange says
We are so sorry to hear of Ricks passing. He was a good man and will be truly missed.Our prayers go out to you.
Nancy Pasha says
Sharon, was so sorry to hear about Rick’s passing. He was such a great guy. I will be by to see you but I am unable to attend the funeral service. Just know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you!
Randy & Janet Stanhope says
We are so very sorry for your loss and we hope and pray for you and yours.
Laurie Lelm says
Sharon,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Rick was a very kind hearted man. He will be missed by all those he has touched and those he will touch over many years to come, with his help for the veterans in the Forsyth area. I am glad I had the honor of getting to know you and Rick.
Marta King M.D. says
Rick was a wonderful patient. We really enjoyed him and we’ll miss him. Our sincerest condolences to his family.
Jack and Julia Ferguson says
My prayers go out to you r family so sorry for your loss. Was a great thing that Rick did for the veterans.