WILLIAM YOUNG PASSES AWAY IN HIS 85TH YEAR
[Welland Tribune February 28, 1945]
Was born in Wainfleet And Died in Thorold Township
Fonthill, Feb. 28-William Young passed away on Monday at his home in Thorold township, following a short illness. Mr Young was was born in Wainfleet on September 19th, 1860, the son of the late Mr. And Mrs. Alexander Young and lived in Welland county all of his life. He spent the last 40 years in Thorold township. He was predeceased by his wife, the late Ella Chambers, 30 years ago. One son Harry, predeceased him a few years ago. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs Lorne Haist (Elizabeth) of Thorold township and Mrs Charles Zavitz (Hazel) of Ridgeway, also one son, Claire, with whom he made his home. There are also 19 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Mr Young was a member of the Old Methodist church.
The funeral is being held from the late residence this afternoon with Rev. W.A. Monteith in charge. Interment will take place in Hillside cemetery, Ridgeville.
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