Bernice Catherine Young Obituary

The family announces the passing of Bernice Catherine Young (Lynchburg, Virginia) on May 22, 2026. Bernice, born on August 30, 1943, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Bernice Catherine Young to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Charlie Lewis and Catherine Saunders; and her husband Johnny James Young. She is survived by: her children, George Rucker of Lynchburg, VA, Otis Rucker (Sherry) of Lynchburg, VA, Joyce Sparrow of Lynchburg, VA, Teresa Jackson of Lynchburg, VA and Michelle Thomas (Herbert) of Goldsboro, NC; her grandchildren, Rodney, Jr. of Lynchburg, VA, George, Jr. of Lynchburg, VA, Tiara of Lynchburg, VA, Erecka of Lynchburg, VA, Raymond, Sr. of Lynchburg, VA, Jonathan of Lynchburg, VA, Charles, Jr. of Lynchburg, VA, Otis, Jr. of Lynchburg, VA, Ashley of Lynchburg, VA, Crystal of Goldsboro, NC and Rochelle of Goldsboro, NC; her uncle Leverne Jenkins of Lynchburg, VA; her siblings-in-law, Josephine Jones of Manhattan, NY and Clarence Young of New Jersey; and her close friend Vanessa White (Leading Lady). She is also survived by 24 great grandchildren, numerous other relatives and friends.