Mr. William “By” Young, age 79 of Ararat, VA passed away on January 10, 2025 at his home. He was born on October 12, 1945 to the late John M. Young Sr. and Virginia Leigh McInerny Young. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Ellen Hornsby; and stepbrothers, Robert Buchanan and Bill Buchanan.
Mr. Young was a loving husband and friend. He was a member of Calvary Assembly of God in Mount Airy, NC. He was also a member of Ararat Ruritan Club and Willis Gap Community Center. By was a man of quiet strength and humility. His kindness, compassion, and loyalty were gifts he shared with everyone around him. His humility was natural, woven into the very core of who he was. It’s a quality we often took for granted, but now, without him, it stands out as something truly special. By’s love for God and his love for studying the Word shaped the way he lived—with faith, humility, and grace. To his wife, Robin, By was the definition of love and loyal commitment. He accepted her fully with all her imperfections, loving her in the way that Jesus taught—unconditionally and wholly. He was a constant source of support, and his absence leaves a space that’s hard to fill. “No man has ever loved me like By did,” she says, “and I miss him in a way that words can’t fully express.” Though By is no longer with us in body, his spirit lives on in the hearts of those who love him. We take comfort in knowing that one day, we will see him again. Until that day comes, By’s legacy of love, humility, and faith will continue to inspire us. “Fly high, my beloved. You will always be in my heart.”
Left to cherish the memory of By is his loving wife, Robin D. Young, of the home; his children, Matthew Young of Mobile, AL, Amy (Jeff) Graves of Hattiesburg, MI, Eric (Jessica) Young of Mobile, AL, Bridget (Noel) Berry of Mobile, AL; step-children, Ryan (Adriana) Wenzel and Jarica Fairbanks; grandchildren, Kali (Colby) Cox, Troy Young, Matthew Young Jr., McKenna Cunningham, Tristan Smith, Noah Smith, Logan Smith, Andrea Young, Chase Young and Violet Berry; step-grandchildren, Brennon Fairbanks, Kyler Nore, Devon Nore, Maleah Nore, Rhiannon Nore; great-grandchildren, Bryson Young and Evie Kate Cox; step-great grandchildren, Evelynn Nore and Elliott Nore; a brother, John (Christi) Young; a sister, Mary Elizabeth Lynch; nephews, Chip (Lynn) Hornsby, Hugh (Beth) Hornsby and Steven (Pam) Hornsby and father and step mother-in-law, Arthur Ward (Kathy).
A memorial service for Mr. Young will be held on January 25, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. at Calvary Assembly of God. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.moodyfuneralservices.com.
