Shirley Young, 85, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully with her family by her side on January 11, 2021. She was born May 16, 1935 in Vienna, NJ to the late George and Charlotte Benward. She married her high school sweetheart and love of her life, Dale Arthur Young in September of 1954, who preceded her in death in 2013.
Shirley was a long- time resident of Hackettstown. After graduating from Hackettstown High School, she held various jobs with local businesses. Her longest tenure was with the Hackettstown High School cafeteria.
She was a life-time member of the Hackettstown Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. Shirley loved to spend time with family and friends. She was a “regular” customer of Harper’s Bakery. She was the ultimate conversationalist. No one was a stranger when it came to talking with Shirley. As a homemaker she ran a tight ship and is affectionately call “The Colonel” in family circles. Throughout her life she maintained special bonds and lasting friendships with other long-time residents of the town she loved. In retirement, she and Dale especially enjoyed traveling with life-long friends, Jean and Frank (Minnie) Mincevich.
Shirley is survived by daughters, Bonnie Elston and Robin Everingham, son Danny (Sandy) Young, grandsons David (Christa) Elston and Edward Elston, sister Donna Lamonaco, nephew Michael (Jennifer) Lamonaco, nieces Laura (Danielle) Lamonaco, Sarah Lamonaco, sister-in-law Jean Feller, nieces Kathy (Mike) Howell, and Beth (Don) Miles.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street,Hackettstown NJ 07840.
Visitation 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, January 14, 2021 and a funeral service will begin 10:00 am Friday, January 15, 2021 followed by a burial at Pequest Union Cemetery, Great Meadows, NJ,
In lieu flowers the family requests donations to The House of the Good Shepherd at 798 Willow Grove Street, Hackettstown, NJ or Ennoble Care Hospice at 2 University Plaza, Suite 204, Hackensack, NJ 07601.
For those wishing to leave online condolences, please visit www.cochranfuneral.com
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Peg Russack says
January 13, 2021 at 2:49 pmDear Bonnie, Robin, Danny and family, so sorry to hear of Shirley ‘s passing. That Harper’’s “crew” was something else. They enjoyed every morning there. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doug and Peg Sheldon Russack
Kevin and Debora Wyker says
January 13, 2021 at 6:27 pmWe are so sorry for your loss , Shirley was definitely a pip, Prayers to all the family at this time
Helen Hansen says
January 13, 2021 at 8:58 pmYour mom was my dad first cousin Chris hansen I wanted to give u and rest of the family my deepest condolences on the lost of your loving mother
Daniel Allen says
January 14, 2021 at 5:40 pmTo Bonnie,Robin and Danny, we are so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing . She and mom sure had a good time supporting each other after my dad and Dale left us. I don’t think there were many conversations that we had that we weren’t laughing for sure. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Dan and Elyse
Joy and Les Snyder says
January 14, 2021 at 6:15 pmWe are so sorry to hear of the passing of our longtime friend, Shirley. She is now with the love of her life Dale in Heaven…Our Sincere Sympathy to the entire Young family…Joy and Lester Snyder
Steven and Regina Wojcicki says
January 14, 2021 at 9:46 pmDear Bonnie, Robin, Danny and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Shirley always made me laugh, so many great memories. May she rest peacefully.
Love and Hugs,
Steven and Regina
Paul & Robin Wallace says
January 15, 2021 at 1:14 amDear Young Family
My Wife Robin and I were so sorry to read of your Mom’s passing, and sadly know that any words we might say will fall far short of there intended comfort.
Your Mom was one of the Most important people in Town in my successful Town Council Campaigns, She was a true inspiration and encourage to me over the years.
I was honored to be able to Visit Her in my Pastoral roll at House of the Good Shepherd, and I will miss her, but I know not nearly as much as you all.
May The LORD Bless you and Comfort You as only HE can in this difficult time .
In Christ Alone
Paul & Robin wallace
John Kietrys says
January 16, 2021 at 2:00 amA lifelong friend who will be dearly missed. May Shirley Rest In Peace in heaven. Condolences and love to the family, Bonnie, Robin and Danny. John and Shirley Kietrys
Donna Welsh says
January 16, 2021 at 3:45 pmDanny, Bonnie & Robin – We are so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. Along with Mabel we send our condolences. Remember mom will always be the wind in your, the sun on your shoulders, the rain on your cheeks and the love in your heart. Holf her memories forever. In love and sympathy, Donna and Bill and Mabel Maxwell
Sharon & Pat Housel says
January 18, 2021 at 5:27 pmWe were very sorry to read about your mom. She always smiled when approaching and made you feel like someone very important in her life. RIP Shirley
Milsie Carpenter says
January 18, 2021 at 5:54 pmDear Young Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hold on to your memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness.
Jeanette Newcomb says
January 20, 2021 at 3:08 pmDear Bonnie,Robin and Danny, Jim and I remember you mom with love and appreciation. She was always a driving force! It was a pleasure to work with her all those years at the high school – when we were all so young. Know that Jim and I are thinking of you (and David and Eddie) with our love. Best, Jeanette
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