Isaiah Cole Young

Biography

Isaiah Cole Young, born in 1846 and passing in 1912, gave his years to the Oakdale area where he fostered a reputation for kindness and integrity. His lifetime coincided with a nation’s growth, and he met each change with a steady heart.

Though no formal occupation is recorded, Isaiah’s neighbors recalled his willingness to lend comfort or lend an ear, making him a cherished neighbor whose presence is still felt in the memories of Oakdale villagers.