Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1952
DIED
2013
Steven Young Obituary
Steven Phillip Young
Steve peacefully passed away Thursday, August 1, 2013, in the arms of his companion, Kimberland Wood, at her home in Lagunitas after a brief bout with cancer. He was born April 19, 1952 in Salinas and graduated from North Salinas High School in 1970.
Steve was an avid surfer locally in Moss Landing and frequently traveled to exotic locations to catch a wave. His other passions included fishing, poke poling, and camping with family and friends. He also enjoyed playing his bass guitars and jamming with his fellow musicians.
During the 26 years of Steve's recovery, he touched so many lives and helped others on their journey to a healthy, productive life. He believed strongly in giving back the gift that was given to him and was always there for anyone who needed support or a "friendly ear".
Steve established and successfully ran Young Roofing Co. from 1992 to 2008. Steve's spiritual journey began in his early 20's which led him to embrace the Buddhist teachings. He was a dedicated student of insight meditation and spent the last six years as a caretaker at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Barbara and Gordon Young; and his first wife, Madeline Young.
He is survived by his companion, Kimberland Wood; his sons, Aaron Young (Kathleen) of Salinas and Richard Corona of San Jose; his brother, Chris (Gail) Young; his sister, Katie (Stephen) Andrus; nephews, Wyatt and Shane Young; nieces, Kelsey and Jillian Andrus; grandchildren, Priscilla, Richard, Raymond, Nevaeh; and his other extended family members.
Steve's kind and gentle way, huge heart with a smile to match and laughter that always reached his eyes will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Land softly dear father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, friend…you are loved.
A celebration of Steve's life will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, August 18, 2013, at Royal Oaks Park (Live Oak picnic area) in Prunedale.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests you donate to your favorite charity.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Steven Young
February 2, 2014
I write this message with heavy heart ; wyatt's best friend johnny dill passed on to his next journey 2 wks ago .His vigil and memorial were thiswknd,our 6 month anniversary of losing you!Needless to say it has been an agonizing 2 weeks,Johnny was like our third son, so full of energy and life,and such a true loving and endearing friend to your nephew; needless to say he's been devastated.His Stevenesss tho appeared these past 2 wks,showing such love and compassion and strength for Johns family especially his brother Hans. It made Gail and I both so proud to see this maturity and growth-stepped up to the plate and delivered with all he could give.He gave such a heartfelt message at the vigil- the first of his gang to step up and speak of his love for his friend! You were in our thoughts a lot this past 2 wks especially after losing you not so long ago .I hope your journey is going well, I think of you everyday,we love and miss you; your LIGHT continues to be our STRENGHTH! luv ya cjy
February 1, 2014
My beautiful brother ,it is 6 months ago today that I held and kissed you goodbye. I miss you so much and treasure every moment we had together. Losing you so quickly was a real wake up call to me. You told me years ago, when you were making the decision to follow your heart, that I should leave my job because it was not good for me or my relationships...well big brother I finally listened to you and today, Feb.1st,was my first day of being unemployed and it was wonderful bliss!! Great day with Steve,Jilly & my grandson and looking forward to what lies ahead. I will strive to approach each day with an open mind & willing heart just as you did dear Steve. I love & miss you Kate
January 1, 2014
I say a Happy New year to you with an emptiness yet a resolve to continue living a good life as you would demand.Kim spent the coming of the new year with us ,we had abelskevers new year morn in your honor with Alan 's wonderful jams(He missed his calling some where along the line!) I think we are going to the beach or Big sur this new day and carry your spirit along with us!Kim an Gail made candles with ur pic on them really nice.We miss you terribly yet find ways to heal a little bit more each day!May your light shine upon us and your friends always!
December 1, 2013
this morning I read the Dali lamas 18 rules for living in your honor! they all had beautiful meaning, I liked #11 where he says" live a good honorable life.Then when you get older and think back,you'll be able to enjoy it a second time" they all remind me of YOU!with heartfelt love I hope your journey is going well!
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
clay chambers
November 3, 2013
Sure miss ya, i remember my 1st try in 92 we were working on a roof, it was something real petty. I said is this what i have to look forward to, You smiled and laughted and said yep your threw ! I was like well ok give me one of those cookies. The things we take for granted Love ya Clay
November 2, 2013
You were about compassion, love, commitment, peace...
November 1, 2013
It helps ease the pain a little bit to know that you've finally made it to Burma -a place I know you deeply wanted to go to an continue your quest for enlightenment and peace.May your light continue to shine bright for us all my Brother;some days are better than others-today it is good because I know you are free! I miss all the good things you were about ,but mostly I just miss YOU!
October 1, 2013
On this 2month anniversary I will try to do something good in your honor!I love you and miss you!!!
September 23, 2013
Resting in the love you held for us ...
Lanette Babb
September 21, 2013
Chris,Gale and family.... Thoughts and prayers going out to you and yours, God bless
Kate
August 30, 2013
Steven was an all around cool guy. He was hard working and showed his generosity for helping others with any and everything. He also made my mom very happy. Steven is greatly missed in our family.
August 29, 2013
Steven, may you be safe. May you be peaceful. May you without fear and confusion and may you be free...
Lisa
August 29, 2013
May you rest in peace and light Steven.
August 28, 2013
I first saw Steven at an evening class at Spirit Rock, sitting strong and silent. When I first had the opportunity to speak with him, to my surprise, he was lively and engaging...possessing a great sense of humor. As I got to know him just a bit over the years, I saw a man who was intensely committed to his spiritual path and passionate about his work, his hobbies, and his love for Kim. Although our times together were few and far between, I know that each time we were together, I was in the presence of a good man.
Melanie
August 27, 2013
I met Stephen thru my niece Kim. I loved and respected him. His positive attitude and endearing smile always made you feel happier. His combination hippie,surfer,Buddhist teacher personality always kept you guessing what he would say, but you always knew he was a kind and thoughtful man. He will be sorely missed by all the people whose life he touched. Rest in Peace my friend.
Jonna and Wendell Blackwell
August 26, 2013
Dear Chris and Katie,
Wendell and I are so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers, close to our hearts! My best memories of Steve, well actually of the Young Brothers, was having little crushes on them when I was growing up! Of course I would look forward to church on Sundays waiting to see if they would be there! I will never forget Steve's smile, and kindness when he would see me on those Sunday Mornings long ago! I can only imagine how your Hearts are broken, may you find comfort knowing that we all share your grief and loss.
With Much Love to You Both,
August 25, 2013
I wanted to share a few pictures of Steven so I posted them. I hope it heals your heart to see his smiling face. Love to all...
A nice hot day at Stinson Beach...yes we went swimming!
August 24, 2013
Happy time with Clay and Laurie.
August 24, 2013
Steven in Brentwood... riding his bike to the school to help kids read. He volunteered one day every other week, a regular!
August 24, 2013
Steven's first bart ride into the city. It was a wonderful day. He even became a contributing member to The Musuem of Modern Art... a natural
August 24, 2013
Gordy Gomez
August 22, 2013
Going to Definitely miss your presence here on this planet, my friend! R.I.P.
S
August 17, 2013
My prayers to Steve's friends and family. We met Steve at the last house on the block through Nona. Till we met again.
Kelsey Andrus
August 15, 2013
When I was growing up and old enough to know what you had worked so hard to overcome, I loved it whenever people asked me who my hero was, because I had an honest and easy answer--it was you. I remember being fascinated with how many people knew you and how much love and respect everyone had for you, but I wasn't surprised by it in the least. Dozer, you have been such an amazing man, a loving uncle, and one helluva witch (probably the most memorable Halloween costume of all time). Thank you for everything; I'll save you a dance at the wedding, as promised.
Love, Kels
August 15, 2013
Kate and Young Family,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved brother. May God continue to comfort your heart and soul.
With love,
Romelia Mollindo
August 14, 2013
My beautiful brother, It is one month ago today that you fell ill...I can't believe that this Sunday we will be gathering with friends & family in celebration of your life. A life that may not have always been on the straight & narrow road but because of the core of your heart & soul my dear brother you have always been on the "right path" and a beacon for all of us. The pain of losing you is unbearable so I cling to the memories of our life together, lots of wonderful times growing up and later raising our own families & being there for each other. Thank you bro for allowing us the time, albeit short, to be with you during those 18 days... I know the pain was unbearable but you hung in there giving each of us the time we needed to be able to say goodbye. Watch over us brother... Love you forever & always, your sis Kate
"
August 14, 2013
Dear Young Family,we were so sorry to hear about Steve, our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
With Love
Doug & Barb Slaton & The Slaton Family
Cherish Clinton
August 13, 2013
Chris, Katie and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Steve. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a really great guy and will be missed.
Kimberland Wood
August 13, 2013
May the merit of our loving kindness be for the benefit of Steven Young. May all beings me free...
August 13, 2013
Aaron and Chris is who I meant to address my note to. Sorry!
Susan Calderon-Seeno
Tim Chester
August 12, 2013
First got to really know you in Mr. Kennedy's Bio Lab class sharing disections. Last spoke to you a few years ago. Way too early, Steve Rest In Peace.
August 12, 2013
Aaron & Steve
My prayers and condolences are with you and your families.
Susan Calderon-Seeno
Joe Vermurlen
August 12, 2013
Steve is proof of the good in man. I thank him for helping me to find the good in me. Thoughts and prayers to Steve and family.
Elenita Antonio
August 11, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Rocky Chavez
August 11, 2013
Brother Aaron, I know you are in amazing hands. I hope I can also offer my love and support to you as you have always graciously done for me. I know this is a difficult time. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Grandsponsor and Grandsponsee
Robert Harrison
August 11, 2013
So grateful GrandSponsor, for so many conversations on the phone, talks after meetings, handing your walking stick to me to make it down the path, and guidance in my life. I will always remember so many years ago, while I was a drift in the fellowship of recovery sponsoring myself, and having that moment of clarity to ask you at the Mens Meeting to be my Sponsor. To humbly showing up in a state of insanity and pain to beg you to Sponsor me, and as God would have it, you were not the Secretary that night. Instead you had your Sponsee Alan filling in for you, and as my Creator would have it, he became my Sponsor that night. I thought that this was not the way I planned the evening, and suddenly realized that I didn't loose the opportunity of having you as my Sponsor, I gained the honor of having you as my GrandSponsor. And What an honor it has been Steve, to a part of your Family Tree, to be a true mentor to me, to be my friend. I am so grateful you are no longer in pain, and have passed to the next phase of the journey of life. You will be missed terribly, but never forgotten. You will always live within side of me, and so many others that you have touched with your life. I love you Grandpa.
Dan glispeyDanGlispey
August 11, 2013
Still can't believe it, gone to soon. Steve was childhood buddy through thick or thin. True Spirit,Kind man and wonderful soul, a real light for those who knew him. you will be missed.
August 11, 2013
Bob and I cherish our memories of Steven and all the Young family. Steven was a fine person and will be missed. Our condolences to all of you. Love, Bob and Karma Nilsen
Kimberland Wood
August 11, 2013
This is to let everyone know that there will be two memorials for Steven. One will be at Royal Oaks Park in Prundale on August 18th at 11 AM. The other will be at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre on September 2nd at 2PM in the upper hall. Please come.
Michael & Jean Cordero
August 10, 2013
Our sincere condolences are offered to the family.
chris J young
August 10, 2013
My big Brother
I feel like my soul was torn from me on aug 1st.You were the most gentle ,caring and loving Brother-how lucky was I!Words will not fill the void in my life right now .I'll miss our bro talks where we solved all world issues etc. but most will be your laughter that smile that radiated nothin ' but warmth and love ! In the mean time I can only hope an pray that we are joined again in another place an time ! I love an miss you Big Brother. chris
August 9, 2013
My brother ,my friend,caring spirit,left this journey to begin anew.My heart felt like it was torn from my chest on aug. 1stYou were the best (big bro) a guy could ever ask for! I thank you for always being there not only for me but our whole family!Live -laugh-and love I'm goin to miss your laugh the most,and our brotherly bs sessions.I thank God that I got the chance to tell you how much I loved you and cared about you and what you meant to me.May your gentle soul be at peace! I love you steve , until we meet again I love you---chris
Leslie Ferrante (Rico)
August 9, 2013
A gentle and loving soul, indeed. I will always remember his sincerity, beautiful smile and infectious laugh.
My love and hope for peace goes out to his family.
Sheila Husser
August 9, 2013
Our thoughts are with you&family-will attend to honor Steve's life??
Luisa Bowling
August 9, 2013
Aaron, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I will always remember his kind and gentle spirit, and most of all his smile. Sending you prayers of comfort during this time to you and your family.
Jim Winnett
August 9, 2013
Steve was a good friend for so many years. I have many great memories of times spent at the Young's house. He has been taken much too soon but will never be forgotten.
bruce southerland
August 9, 2013
taken much too soon , we grieve our loss... pray for releif to his family and close friends....
August 9, 2013
Love & Respects to the Family, You are Missed by many ! Respectfully, Chambers Family
Kimberland Wood
August 8, 2013
This kind and generous man was a light and guide in my life. He taught me to deeply and completely love and trust. He was my lover, friend, companion, and partner. We deeply cherished the treasure of each other. I can't imagine life with out his laughter, hugs, and brilliant conversations. My life has been profoundly shaped and enriched by his loving presence. I was incredibly lucky to have been loved by this truly enlightened being. Be at peace dear one. I will miss you every moment of every day.
Showing 1 - 49 of 49 results
Make a Donation
in Steven Young's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Steven Young
How to support Steven's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Steven Young's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
