Obituary of Arnold A. Young

Arnold Young passed away Friday, June 25, 2010, in Olympia. He was born July 21, 1918 in Walton, Nebraska to Arthur and Anna Young. Arnold and wife, Ellen were long time residents of Onalaska before moving to Olympia.Arnold is survived by his son, Richard (Ruby), of Alaska; daughters Elizabeth Ely of Tumwater, and Cathy Taftezon-King (Steven) of Olympia; a brother, Donald Young and a sister Hazel Wisner both of Chehalis; 8 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren. He will also be missed by loving nieces and nephews and family and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Ellen, of 63 years, in 2004. Arnold served in Army during World War II. He was employed by C&E Mill in Randle and retired in 1980. He loved to fish, play cards and camp. Arnold also enjoyed his large garden and was still planting one in up to the age of 88. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Arnold and Ellen spent 20+ years wintering in Arizona with good friends. Memories and condolences may be left online for the family by clicking on "View Guestbook" below.