James Ray Young Obituary
The memory of James Ray Young of Seymour, Iowa, who passed away on March 12, 2026 at the age of 69, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his father Bernard Young; his brother Gary Lee Young; and his grandparents, Vic, Margaret Cleeton, Jim and Trella Young.
He is survived by: his mother Karen Young (Cleeton); his wife Connie Edmondson of O'Fallon; his children, Rachael Jones of Ankeny, Tracy Statom (Jon Mark) of Florence and Travis Young (Rachel) of Chariton; his grandchildren, Lily, Silas Jones, Josie, Ridge, Briar, Maggie Statom, Garrett and Lottie Young; his sister Vicky Decker (Andy); his nephews, Chad Peck (Sarah) and Torry Peck (Lindsy); and his niece Angie Enright (Jeff). He is also survived by numerous extended family members and close friends.
For memorials, the family is establishing the Jim Young Memorial Fund, which will be used in the Seymour community to help benefit local community projects, and checks/cards may be mailed to Thomas Funeral Home, ATTN: Young Family, 501 North 18 th Street, Centerville, Iowa 52544.
