Nancy Joyce Young Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Nancy Joyce Young of Kokomo, Indiana, who passed away on January 1, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Nancy Joyce Young to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Nancy's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Nancy's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles R. Schwierking and Sara Ellen Schwierking (McClain); and her siblings, R. J. Schwierking of Orlando, FL and Marcia Ann Black of Seattle, WA.. She is survived by: her husband Kent; her daughters, Rori Anderson (Jim) of Westfield, IN, Julie Padgett (Mike) of Sharpsville, Sherri Newkirk (Eric) of Indianapolis and Kelly Thornburg (Frank) of Centerville; and her brother C. R. Schwierking of Phoenix, AZ. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren.
Contributions may be made in Nancy's memory to Grace United Methodist Church or to Riley Children's Research Hospital.
