Russell C. Youngs Obituary

Russell C. Youngs, 56, of Mishawaka, IN., passed away after a long hard fought battle with Leukemia on Monday, October 10, 2022 at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, IL.

Russell was born on September 18, 1966 in Gouverneur, NY. to Randolph C. Youngs and Memory (LaBarge) Youngs Payne.

On September 26, 1992 in Crown Point, IN., Russell married Gloria Gard. They shared 30 wonderful years together.

Gloria survives along with their son, Ross C. Youngs of Mishawaka, his Mother, Memory Payne and his step father Don Payne of Gouverneur, NY, his step mother, Lila Youngs of Richville, NY and his brother, Andy Youngs and his partner Michael Chin Pham of Annandale Virginia.

Russell was preceded in death by his father Randolph C. Youngs.

Russell graduated from Bethel College. He was an avid chess player, enjoyed camping, fishing, and computer engineering. He had a big heart, and an even bigger personality, he would light up any room he was in. He garnered a love for rock music throughout his life which led him to fixing stereos, which progressed into a love for technology.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Camp Watcha-Wanna-Do , a camp for kids with cancer. You can donate online at http://www.campwatchawannado.com

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Palmer Funeral Homes

Updated by : Ross Youngs

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October 17, 2022

Susan M Spilman wrote a sympathy message

“GLORIA AND ROSS, Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Russell has been on our Prayer list, during his long illness. May God wrap his arms around you during this times of Sorrow. Sending our Deepest Sympathy. The Congregation of The First Presbyterian Church of Gouverneur.”