Edwin “Boss” C. Young, 80, of Neola, WV, went to be home with the Lord on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at his residence surrounded by family.
Born in Neola on June 12, 1943, Boss was always a well known and loved member of the community.
He had retired from VEPCO and was an Honorary member of the Anthony Creek VFD & Rescue Squad and member of the Neola Baptist church. He was an avid deer hunter and loved to fish. He was an NRA member and lifelong farmer. He loved taking rides and time with his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents John and Lillian “Sis” Young and his sister Helen Scott of Alvon, WV.
He is survived by his wife Judy Young, two sons Brent Young of Fishersville, VA and David Young of Neola; one brother Johnnie Ray of Neola; special first cousin Barbara Ann Turner of Pennsylvania; four grandchildren Kendra Thompson (Adam) of Virginia, Colton Young of Virginia, Alexis Easter (Tyler) and Levi Young both of Neola; 4 great-grandchildren Carter, Abigail and Lillian Thompson and Madeline Easter and several special nieces and church family.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 21 at Neola Baptist Church with Rev. Ralph Hubbard officiating. Interment will follow in Watts Chapel Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 21 at the church from 10 a.m. until time of services.
Expressions of sympathy may be made as a donation to the Anthony Creek Volunteer Fire Department at 12584 Pocahontas Trail, White Sulphur Springs, WV 24986 or Neola Baptist Church at 16518 Pocahontas Trail, White Sulphur Springs, WV 24986.
Online condolences may be made at Lantzfuneralhome.com.