Jimmy Young born October 11, 1953 went Home to be with the Lord on Friday August 30, 2024 at the Hazard A.R.H. being 70-years old. Jimmy was born in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of the late Monroe Young and the late Stella Smith. Other than his parents, Jimmy was also preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn Louise Howard; brothers, Michael Young, Tommy Young, Jesse Lee Young; brother-in-laws, Harold Clapper, Frank Riggs and Short Miller.

Jimmy was a loving brother, husband, and father, but was best known to his partner in crime as "Papaw".

Known far and wide for his golden voice and his servant's heart, he truly never met a stranger and saw his music and his ministry take him on many a journey.

Jimmy always followed his calling, and this time, it led him home. His journey has just begun.

Jimmy Young leaves the following relatives to cherish his memory: loving & devoted wife of 51 years, Margretta Young of Bonnyman; son, Kevin James Young & Jennifer of Hazard; daughter, Melinda Dawn Barnett & Zach of Irvine, KY; sisters, Patricia Ann Colwell & Lamuel of London, KY, Mona Combs & David of Morgan County, KY, Sara Miller of Ary, Melissa Sexton & Donnie of Rowdy; grandson, Rylan Aaron Young; special fur babies, Molly and Charlie. A host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends survive.

Visitation for Jimmy Young will be conducted on Tuesday September 3, 2024 at the Engle-Bowling Funeral Home from 3:00 – 5:00 P.M.  Funeral Services will take place on Tuesday September 3, 2024 at the Engle-Bowling Funeral Home at 5:00 P.M. with Pastor Teddy Bailey officiating.

Isaiah 40:31 But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.