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Shirley Ann Young Obituary

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Shirley Ann Young

Amherst, OH

November 16, 1929 - September 22, 2021

Shirley Ann Young Obituary

Shirley Ann Young  (nee: Brobst), 91 years of age, passed away Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loved ones.  She was born November 16, 1929, in Lorain, Ohio, where she spent her life, until moving to Amherst in 1963.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dale E. and Mildred M. Brobst, and her husband of forty-four years, Arthur L. Young.

Shirley’s garden was her passion. Many would stop and admire her flowers, which she nurtured with joy and expertise.  Her family and faith were the most important parts of her life.  She never wanted to miss one of her grandchildren or great grandchildren’s ball games or performances. 

She was a member of the Christian Science Society in Elyria, Ohio, where she served as a Sunday School teacher. She was so proud of her knowledge of the Bible, and she lived her life following the Golden Rule. 

She is survived by her children, Holly Schneider of Amherst, Ohio, Tadd A. Young (Lynne) of Westlake, Ohio, and Barry L. Young of Torrance, CA; her grandsons, Tom (Natalie) Schneider and Jeff (Jami) Schneider, both of Amherst, Ohio, she also was blessed with six beloved great-grandchildren; Harrison, Chael, Jenna, Jaelyn, Julia and Jade.

Shirley was an elementary teacher at Powers Elementary School in Amherst for twenty-six years, before retiring in 1993. Even after retirement, she remained active in the garden club, Amherst Historical Society, and her golfing league.

She was an excellent seamstress, and brought much joy to family and friends by making beautiful hand sewn treasures.  But it was her kind spirit and loving unselfish ways that will be missed the most….heaven just got a little more sparkle.

Public visitation for family and friends will be held on Sunday, September 26, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 7:00 p.m.at Hempel Funeral Home,  Amherst.  Private graveside services will be held by the family.  Rebroadcasting of services will be available at http://www.hempelfuneralhome.com/. 

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Upward Wing P.O. Box 16170 Rocky River, OH 4116 or the Christian Science Society 309 East Ave. Elyria, OH 44035.

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