With profound sadness, the family of GEORGE WILLIAM YOUNG of Airdrie, AB announce his passing at Calgary, AB on March 03, 2020.
Born February 29, 1936 at Trail BC, son of Thomas Black Young and Myrtle Young.
George is lovingly remembered by his wife, Yvonne Young; Children, Kevin Young, Michael Young, Robyn Young (John), Cori Young, Heather Thompson Undershute (James), Russ Thompson (Trish); Sisters, Laural Managre, and Wendy Young; grandchildren, Jason Kelley (Kati), Chelsea Copeland (Jakob), Michael Young Jr, Collin Young (Kyla), Scott Young (Kat), Koeben Jurykovski (Jen), Kiana Jurykovsky, Jason Undershute (Dana), Sarah Undershute (Nathan) Haylee Thompson, and Sydney Thompson; great-grandchildren, Bethany, Karsyn, and Elodie. George was predeceased by his parents; and brothers, Grant Young, and Thomas Young.
George attended Western Canada High, joined the Calgary Fire Department and retired as District Chief “C” Platoon in 1991 after 35 years of service. He was a member of the “Tijuana Toots”, CFD Clown team, CFD golf, slow pitch and hockey. After retirement, he played Old Timers Hockey as a goalie until into his 70’s at Crowchild Arena. He also played goal for various other teams from the Snoopy Tournament in CA to the Playmakers in Victoria. He was well known for his colourful, mismatched clothing, and “The Suit”. His puns, George jokes and goalie antics were legendary.
He enjoyed RV camping in Canada and the USA, spending time in Mesa AZ, working on Classic Cars, and loved time spent with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of George’s life is planned for late spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of George to the Firefighters Burn Treatment Society, Calgary Chapter.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of George William Young March 3rd 2020..
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Death notice for the town of: Airdrie, Province: Alberta