Richard Whitehead Young

Biography

Richard Whitehead Young carried forward a spirit of duty that was evident from his youth, answering the call to serve both church and country. Over the years he offered leadership in civic life and remained a reliable presence to friends, neighbors, and the many who looked to him for guidance.

He balanced those responsibilities with a warm household, sharing moments of laughter as readily as he shared counsel. At his passing in 1919, the steady patriotism and integrity he embodied were lauded across the community.