James Donald Young
December 15, 1927 to August 8, 2022
Obituary
Passed peacefully away, surrounded by his loving family, on August 08, 2022, James Donald Young (Jim) aged 94 years. Pre-deceased by daughter, Nancy (Young) Llewellyn; parents, Harry and Edna Mae Young siblings, Gord (Lillian), Bill (Louise), Cecil (Florence), Helen (Leo) Marquis.
Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories wife, Geraldine (Sainsbury) Young; sons: Harry (Brenda), Gerald (Michelle), Cecil (Medina), Andrew (Charmaine); daughter, Catherine (Randy) Boone;
son-in-law, Donald Llewellyn; grandchildren: Andrew (Lizel), Allison (Jason), Elizabeth (Sheldon), and Victoria (Avery) Young, Gerald Jr. (Amanda) and Lesley Young, Kaitlyn Young, Alison (Dave) Pynn,
James (Kendra) and Dianna Llewellyn, Tamara (Marc) Sample, Jeffrey Boone, and Carolyn (Aaron) Munn; great grandchildren: Olivia and Everett Young, Lucy Young, Joshua and Isaac Pynn, Maya and Farrah Sample, Emmett and Josiah Munn, Kristel and Zyra Pedroso; beloved Fur baby Prince; sisters-in-law: Angela Price, Mary Parsons, Mae (Don) Dyke, Audrey Maher, Nancy Parsons; also a large circle of relatives and friends.
Jim was a prominent businessman in the East End of St John’s as owner/operator of King’s Bridge Service Station Co. Ltd., established in 1941. He worked alongside his father, Harry and then with his son, Gerry and was proud of his continued legacy with his son, Andy and grandson, Gerry Jr. joining the business.
Colloquially known as the “King” of King’s Bridge, Jim was known for his trademark cigar and kindness to his customers, he will be greatly missed on “the Bridge”. Go rest easy in that Fair Haven where the fish are surely biting.
The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors of St. Clare’s and HSC Emergency Departments and the 6th floor Orthopedics, the 5th floor Urology and 4th Floor Neurology/Palliative Care; the Eastern Health and Palliative Care Paramedics teams; Public Health; Community Support nurses; and TLC Home Care for your support and kindness over the past 11 months and for the extraordinary care to our husband and father.
The Young Family.
Visitation will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road from 7-9 p.m. on Friday August 12th.
Funeral service to be held on Saturday August 13th, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Carnell Memorial Chapel. Interment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Rd.
Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in James’ memory may be made to the SPCA or Animal Care charity of your choice.
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Schedule
Visitations
7-9 p.m. on August 12, 2022
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Saturday August 13th
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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Gerry and Family
Sincere condolences to your whole family on your Dad’s passing.. What a wonderful, long life he lived
respected by all!
Marilyn Manthorne
Hey boys,Cathy.. I was sorry to hear of Jim’s passing..A grand life but still tough I’m sure.Great memories of all of you when we were growing up
Harry, Gerry, Cecil and Family……our Sincerel Condolences on your Father’s passing,…..Keith and Trish
Mrs Young and family my condolences to you and all family members.I worked not for you with you for many years,and while i worked there felt like I was part of your family.Good place to work seeing if you hurt yourself a good nurse was only a door step away. Also had some nice home cooked meals. RIP Jim
Geraldine and all the family, so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing.
There will certainly be a void in the old neighborhood now. You could set your watch by Jim every afternoon walking to the garage to check out things and have a chat..
Over the years, Jim and his team brought back to life a lot of old cars in our family. He always loved to have a chat about whatever happened to so and so from “the bridge”.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever met. No doubt he was, and will always be, the “KING OF THE BRIDGE”.
Rest in peace Jim
So sad to hear of Mr. Young’s passing. We met in the late 60’s I believe, when the two gas pumps were out in front of the old station., He always treated us with kindness and fairness. The world is a better place because of Jim Young. He left a lasting impression on a lot of people and will be missed but not forgotten.. Rest In Peace.
To The Young Family, i am very sorry to hear that your Husband , Dad & Grandfather ( Mr James Young ) has passed away,My sincere condolences to all, I remember Mr Young when i lived at 23 new cove rd back in the early 1970’s and 1980’s i still remember the boys out behind the houses in the river in the old jeep.. God bless You all.
So sorry for your loss; My Dad spoke highly of Jim.
I am very sorry to hear that Mr. Young has passed away. My sincere condolences to Gerry Sr, Gerry Jr, Andy and your families. Keep his memories alive as you uphold his legacy. He will be missed by many. May He Rest in Peace
Sue
So very sorry to hear of Mr. Young’s passing. I remember him and my Dad being really good friends back in the day. My Dad always spoke so very highly off him. He was always a friendly man with a kind way. May God bless you all at this time. R.I.P. MR. Young
Gerry Michelle and family, sincere condolences on your dad’s passing
Sincere condolences on Mr. Young’s passing.
To gerry ,andy, ,gerry Jr,Mrs Young and family . I have known Mr Young for over 50 years through kingsbridge service station and he was always a gentleman to deal with and he would always give you his best effort . he instilled that quality in his children. 94 years+ with quality for 93+ is quite extraordinary. He has a good life .cry when you need to as their in no shame in showing your ❤️ for him but laugh as you remember the good times as I am sure there were many .every time you smell cigar smoke you will think of him.
Condolences to all the family from John & Justina Summers
Gerry, Michelle and families,
Sorry to hear the sad news of your father’s passing. Unfortunately we are unable to be there in person at this time as we are out of province visiting family. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Andy, Sincere condolences to you and your family.
Geraldine and family,
Lucy and I wish to express our sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Geraldine and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Mr. Young’s passing. I have known him for many years and will remember him as very friendly gentleman. Sending deepest condolences to the entire family.
I wish the Young family our condolences on the passing of a great man and a true l legend .Mr.Young will be great missed by many people. Sending our love and prayers to you all
Love from Mike Wiest and Family
Dear Gerry, Michelle, Gerry Jr., Amanda, and the Young family, Warmest condolences on the passing of Mr. Young. What an incredible legacy at King’s Bridge Service, where the family tradition of Service with a capital “S” lives on! Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Thanking of Mr. Young and her family. He was a sweet man and he loved his dogs so much. Thinking and praying for you all. God bless him.
My condolences to the Young family on Jim’s passing.. Jim was a soft spoken man, very friendly and always had a smile. I lived across the street from Jim on New Cove Road many years ago.. He showed great patience with me and a couple of young friends whenever we would play among the old tires stored upstairs in the garage.. During the summer months we would “hang out”, sitting on the concrete window ledge at the front of King’s Bridge Service Station. Rest in Peace, Jim.
To The Young Family;
Please accept my Heartfelt Condolences on the passing of Mr Young . Although I did not know this fine gentleman, I have been a customer of King’s Bridge Service Station for many years and know Gerry and Gerry Jr. well indeed. Over the course of his 90 plus years, what a Wonderful Legacy he must have left ,through the stories he has told, his kindness and friendlliness to others, and the precious memories left behind to comfort all who will miss his earthly pressence.. Rest Well Mr. Young. Shirley Facey
My Condolences to the Family. My Mom Margaret (Young) Newman was saddened to hear of James passing. She sends her Love to the Family.
Andy – Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a life lived – your father was a local legend and admired by all. God bless Mr. Young, the world needs more like him!
Gerry and family, please accept our deepest sympathies and condolences on your father’s passing. We pray that you will be comforted by your memories and strengthened by the thoughts and prayers of all those whose lives he enriched. God bless him, and you, today and everyday!
Dude and families Our thoughts and warm memories of your Dad to you all.
I was very saddened by the passing of “Father Young”. He will be leaving a big void to fill. I was basically adopted into the family over 40 years ago when Cathy and I became best friends and I have been treated like a family member since that time. I will miss him sticking is tongue out at me whenever I came into the room, and the smell of cigars in the house for it meant that he was home or not far away. He had a love of dogs, especially Prince his German Sheppard. Anytime I smell a cigar in the future it will remind me of him. My thoughts and prayers are with “my adopted family” at this time and I will always hold “Father Young” in a special place in my heart.
Love “your other daughter” Darlene xoxoxo
Gerry, Andy and the Young family. Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. May he rest in peace.
sorry for your loss. I remember him fondly, from the smell of his cigar to his friendly manner .R.I.P Jim.
Gerry, Michelle, Gerry Jr. and Lesley: We are so very sorry to hear of your father/grandfather’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences to you and all family members. Carol & Randy Biddiscombe
allison and family so sorry to hear that your pop has passed. hold on tight to all the wonderful memories you have of him. sending you all our love lynn and sean whelan
To The Young Family, Extended Family, and Friends: We were saddened to hear if your dad’s passing. It is always difficult but especially so, in these times. May you find peace and comfort in your wonderful memories. Deepest and sincere condolences.!!
Craig Michael and Family.
Dear Mrs Young and family, I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Young’s passing.. He was a good neighbor to Mom and Dad for many years. After dad died, each time he saw Mom he asked if there was anything he could do for her. She really appreciated his thoughtfulness.
I enjoyed chatting with him when he visited the garage after retirement. Her was a lovely man.
You will all miss him but I hope your memories of life with him will bring you comfort.
With my deepest sympathy, Jeanette Walsh
So very sorry to hear of Mr. Young’s passing. I have known him for many years and will remember him as a soft spoken very friendly gentleman. Sending sincere condolences to the entire family.
Gerry Andy please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your father may god bless
Gerry, Andy and the Young family, I am sorry to hear of your father’s death. He lived a long and productive life and left a legacy through his family which endures today. My deepest condolences.
Jim Adams
Mrs. Young, Gerry & Family: Sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. May he rest in peace.
Andy condolences to you and your family.
Sincere.y Linda Giannou.
We are very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Condolences to all the family.
Derek and Michelle Martin-Winsor
Gerry & family – very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Deepest condolences to you all.
Dear Mrs. Young and all of the Young family: I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Young’s passing. I feel blessed to have known him for so many years. He always had a great smile along with a pleasant conversation when we met. He thought the world of Sam. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Basil Ryan
Helen and I give thanks for Jim and his kindness to us over the years. We also share your loss and commend him to our loving eternal God. Take care of each other.
Andy and family, so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences and prayers.
We are so sad that Jim is gone. We send our prayers and loving thoughts to you all.
Love. Angela, Carol Ann and Christopher
Condolences to Harry and the rest of the Young clan.
Sorry forty your loss. Take comfort in knowing Jim was a good man, of many accomplishments. May God bless you all at this time.
The Young Family
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I always enjoyed conversations with him. His cigars & dogs always brought a smile to my face.
Chris Belbin
Andy and Family,
So sorry to hear of your father’s passing, Sending my deepest condolences. May he rest in peace
Cec and Cathy,
I was so sorry to read about your dad’s passing. I know how hard losing a parent is and the void it leaves in our hearts. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care and God bless.
Cathy, thinking of you as you mourn the passing of your Dad. What a wonderful, long life, well lived. May Mr. Young rest in peace.
Gerry, Michelle, Lesley, Gerry Jr. & Family
So sorry to hear of Mr. Young’s passing. He was a lovely man and will be missed by all. May he Rest In Peace.
Gerry, Michelle, Lesley Gerry jr. And family,
So sorry to hear of Mr Young’s passing. Hope your many memories will give you comfort, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much love
Chris Morrissey
Gerry and family, our sincere condolences on your dad’s passing..
My deepest sympathy to the family, thinking of you all at this sad time. He lived a great life. RIP skipper Young.
To Gerry and all the family, sincere condolences on Jim’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Geraldine & Family;
Our condolences on Jim’s passing.. Been many years since we crossed paths but many good memories of days gone by.
May all the wonderful memories you shared be a comfort at this time.
Rest in Peace Jim
Gerry and family.Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the passing of your dad.