Wendell Wayne Young Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Wendell Wayne Young in Dry Prong, Louisiana, born in Grant, Louisiana, whose life came to an end on March 14, 2026 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Wendell Wayne Young or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As Wendell departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Wendell may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Wendell leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Bill Young and Sallye Young; and his sister Melba Tomlin. He is survived by: his wife Patricia Young; his children, Wendy Young-Austin (Cary), Walter Young (Tina) and David Young (Jonnie); his sister Martha Wilson; and his grandchildren, Rebecca Young, Rachel Young, Hannah Young, Jonathan Young and Bea Reed. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family.