Laura Young Obituary
The passing of Laura Young of Benton, Illinois occurred on November 1, 2026. Laura, born on July 18, 1953, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Laura Young to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Freeman Slayton and Viola Slayton (Stricker); her brothers, Bill, Don and Bob Slayton; and her nephew Donnie Ray Slayton.
She is survived by: her husband Michael Young; her children, Amy Shelton, Shelby McCoy, Shannon Young Carpenter, Bill McCoy (Tracy), Keith Young (Heather) and Erik Young; her grandchildren, Emma, Claire, Jake, Hannah, Lyla, Max, Quinn, Lincoln, April, Sydnie (Dylan), Jennifer, Kim, Kailyn (Hunter) and Jaylee; and her siblings, Patricia Kash and John Slayton. She is also survived by several great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and close friends.
Visitation was held on Thursday, November 5th 2026 from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Joseph Catholic Church of Benton (506 W Main St, Benton, IL 62812). A Mass was held on Thursday, November 5th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Southern Illinois Cancer Institute of Carterville and will be accepted at the services.
