Ronald "Linus" Kenneth Young Obituary (1950

Ronald "Linus" Young, 64, of Eldon, IA passed away Monday, September 28, 2015 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. A Graveside Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at the Sioc Cemetery near Eldon. Visitation, with the family present, will be held from noon until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at the Kremer Funeral Home in Eldon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.kremerfh.com. Ronald "Linus" Kenneth Young, was born October 26, 1950 in Ottumwa, IA to Richard and Donna (Fishburne) Young. Ron attended and graduated from Ottumwa High School. Upon graduation he enrolled in several courses at Indian Hills Community College and worked in the Ottumwa area. In March of 1970 he began his service to our country, joining the Army. He was honorably discharged on October 26, 1971 and returned home where he spent some time working for the Northern Railroad. During this time Ron met Julie Chickering. The two were by each other's side for many years. They did many things together, including becoming the loving parents to their daughter, Shawntell. On February 29, 1984 they were united in marriage. The two later divorced, but their bond as parents and friends kept them very close. Ron knew the value of hard work, and spent many years working for the Local Laborers Union 566 as in Industrial Carpenter. He worked on all aspects of the building process from the ground up. Ron also cherished his time spent helping out at Chommy's, where he was able to work, while being able to share his talents as a social, fun-loving guy. When the time of year was right, you could be sure that he was out hunting for mushrooms. He also enjoyed tending to his garden and helping his farming friends. He looked forward to time spent on the river felt honored to be called a "River Rat". Ron wasn't much for travel, but did take the occasional "road trip" with friends. When at home, he would most likely be in his favorite chair watching a Bears game. Ron was the kind of guy who loved life, family, a good time, and great friends. He was blessed to have had all of those, and those left behind were blessed to be a part of it. Ron is preceded in death by his parents and two siblings, Marla and Mark Young. Left to tell his story is his daughter, Shawntell Young of Eldon, IA; one brother, Dave (Deb) Young of Ottumwa; Special friend, Julie Young of Eldon, IA; his nieces, Maddie Jo and Jazmyn Cloke; a nephew, Austin Cloke, as well as many extended family and close friends.