Terrence James “T.J.” Young, age 32, left our presence on the 8th day of August 2021 at his home in Miles City, Montana.
T.J. was born on February 9, 1989 in Tucson, Arizona to Tamara and Terry Young. At the age of one, he moved to Miles City, Montana with his family where he would grow up and live the remainder of his life. T.J. played baseball as a child along with being a multiple state champion wrestler while he participated in the sport until he became old enough to compete in his true passion, demolition derby’s. He acquired many trophy’s by beating the best drivers in the area and placing 1st at many hard-fought derbies. T.J. won the most events and heats out of all the family and friends who raced with his uncle Tom and the Brew Crew. He loved his family and the bonding that came with building a car and all the support he received from them and the crowd. T.J. was a straightforward and quick-witted individual which made him very likeable, creating many great relationships with many people. Although he was large in height and build, he was known to be a big teddy bear with a heart big enough to match his stature. As a young adult he would often wear the color yellow which coined him the nickname “Cheese” that stuck with him to this day. Ironically T.J.’s long time dog, Brody was scheduled to be euthanized the day after he departed us and will be cremated and placed with T.J. in his urn to be together again.
His siblings Sandra and Brian were blessed to share the experience of T.J. being an uncle to baby Mya, Alexander, and Brynlei who he could always instantly make light up in their presents. He was the coolest uncle in their eyes, and he showed them immense love. He was especially close to his cousin, Robert Boager who assisted T.J. for many years building derby cars. Naturally, Robert’s son Treyton Boager would become as close to T.J. through the same process and shared loved for demolition derbies. Of course, without his father, his coach, his rock, his favorite pitman, the satisfaction T.J. achieved wouldn’t have been the way he experienced it without “trying to win for dad”. Sometimes T.J. and his mother didn’t always see eye to eye (she’s only 5’1”), T.J. knew he could always depend on her loved throughout his life and comfort you can only receive from your mom. T.J. leaves behind so many family members and friends who all carry special moments and memories throughout his life. Unfortunately, T.J. will remain “forever young” while we continue on in a world where he will be missed tremendously. We were all fortunate to have been gifted his time and energy, no matter the amount we were able to enjoy.
T.J. is survived by his father Terry Young, his mother Tamara Young, a son, Joshua Wood who lives with his mother in Oregon. T.J. has two brothers, Joseph Young and Brian Gray and a sister, Sandra Young. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Phyllis Young, great grandmother, Hillary Hartzel, and an uncle Tom Young.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 13, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday August 13, 2021
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday August 13, 2021
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Tara and Joe McMackin says
Tami and family. So sorry for your loss!!
Karen Cheguis says
Tami and family! So sorry for your loss! Prayers and hugs!
Kent and Marci Fandrich says
Tami and family,
We are so sorry to hear of TJs passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will always be remembered by those who knew him as a kind young man, gone too soon. Love to you all.
Cindia Ellis says
Tami and family,
So sad to hear of TJ’s passing. Thinking of you!
Jnine Dittus says
Terry, Tami and family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Stokes says
Tami, I’m so sorry for you and your families loss. Dan and Linda stokes
Vikki Bradley says
Tammy, Terry and family. My heart breaks of hearing of TJ passing. Please remember the good times with your family. Hugs and prayers .
Vikki
Cindy and Dale Berg says
So sorry to hear about TJ. He was such a nice young man, taken way to soon! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Ellen Hart says
Tami and family: I am so very sorry for your loss of TJ. This is such an untimely tragedy!
Lori Doeden says
Tami and Family, My heart is breaking for you all. TJ was a great kid and turned into such a nice young man we so enjoyed his company at Gallagher’s. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brian & Peggy Certain says
Terry, Tami and family, our sincere sympathy & prayers are with you.
Carrie Etherington says
Tami, Terry and family,
I was am so sad to hear about TJ. He was such an amazing kid with a huge heart. You remain in my prayers.
Carrie Beach
Leah Burkhart says
TJ was a gentle giant! Well like I don’t know of anyone who ever voice anything other than appreciation and and laughter and from time spent with him. I am praying for the family and friends during this time of loss know that my condolences are with you.
Haley Kempken says
I was so sad to hear about TJ’s passing. He really was a great a great guy with such an amazing heart. ❤
Amy LaPierre says
I, like so many, enjoyed working with T.J. He was always so kind, so fun, yet so real that he made a tough or boring night so much better. He was a friend to all and will be missed beyond measure. Prayers to his family. I pray for their peace and strength.
Cheryl Klang says
Terry , Tami & family so sad to hear about TJ.
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
Tammy and all TJ’s family & friends-
The grief that you feel must be almost unbearable, but just know how much we all care. Remember, TJ loved you very much and would not have wanted to hurt you or anyone. May you find comfort in the memories you all share.
Quinn and Deanne Wright and family says
Tami and all of your family
We are so saddened and sorry to hear of your loss. T.J. was a great young man.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Audreyhaumschild and Greg Blind says
Tami and family so sorry to see this about T.J. hugs and prayers are with you all.
Deeon Bickle says
Terry, Tammy and family-
Our deepest sympathy for you all!
Prayers
Deeon Bickle
Garrett says
I am extremely blessed beyond measure to have been apart of the young family for many years, and to this day I still call TJ and Brian my brothers. TJ would have given me the shirt off his back if I needed it but I had plenty of blankets. He could always get a laugh out of you no matter what, even on days where smiling seemed so hard to do. I love you brother I’ll be seeing ya so save a spot up there for me. Garrett&Alison
Darbie Karch and family says
To TJ’s family and friends: so sorry to hear of his passing. A gentle soul who is gone too soon! Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Sherry Stoltz says
Terry, Tammy, family and friends, so very sad for your loss of T.J. He was such a kind person and always a great friend to all of my children. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him ❤️
Cheryl Tonn says
Tami, Terry and family,
I am shocked and so saddened to hear this news. Your hearts are surely broken! I pray for peace and understanding in the days to come.
Katie Benoit says
Tammy and Terry,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your son. I’m thinking of you during this difficult time and hoping all your memories will give you comfort.
April Thompson says
To T.J.’s family, my condolences and prayers for peace and comfort to all of you.
Denise Sweet says
Dear Tami, Terry and family,
I am so sorry for your loss! There are no words which I can say to make your sadness better. Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kevin and Lori Donnelly says
Sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with him and family. A nice young man.
Michele Mickolio says
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family and friends. Wishing you peace in knowing he is in heaven now guarding all of you.
Ann Atkinson says
Terry and Family; My deepest sympothy for you and your family.
Prayers for you all.
Ann Atkinson
Lorrie Pearce says
My heart is broken for the family. TJ left to soon. I’m sure Uncle Tom welcomed him into heaven! 💙
Jackie Stroh says
Tammy and family so sorry to hear In the loss of your son words cannot express how I feel for you may God keep you in his arms in the days ahead sincerely Jackie stroh
Glady & Al Turnquist says
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and wishing you peace. In Sympathy The loved ones we’ve lost are found in our memories. God Bless you and your family.
Sean Donnelly says
Dear Tami and family,
So sorry for your loss. May time bring comfort and peace in your happy memories, and God bless all of you in the days and months to come. You are in my prayers.
Mrs. Mott says
I still remember TJ’s crooked smile and his gentle way working at Albertson’s and helping out where ever possible. I also remember him in class and how he tried so hard to get things right. I was shocked to hear of TJ’s passing. How horrible it is that he was taken from his family so young.
May your feelings of loss be, eventually and gradually, replaced by good memories of TJ. May he rest in peace.
Amanda Dunwald says
So sorry to hear of your loss. TJ was a funny kid. Sending prayers to his family and friends