Michael Monroe Young, 60, of Bluford, Illinois, passed away, Sunday, November 24, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon, Illinois. He was born January 27, 1964 in Mount Vernon, Illinois to the late Ernie Young and Judy (Lowery) Whittington. Michael married Rebeccah Likens Young on June 3, 1983 in Woodlawn, Illinois, they were married 41 beautiful years.

Michael is survived by his Two Daughters, Mandy and husband Joe Bernard of Mount Vernon, Illinois, Megan and husband Sam Lord of Memphis, Tennessee; Five grandchildren, Jackson, Henry, Devin Bernard, Elizabeth (Bernard), Daniel Carson, & Dakota Lord; & A great grandchild Mia Carson.

Michael was preceded in death by his Father, Ernie Young & daughter Jennifer Young.

Michael attended East Hickory Hill Baptist Church in Bluford, Illinois. His grandchildren were the center of his life.

A Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 26, 2024 from 5 PM to 8 PM at Newell Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, Illinois. A private family graveside will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 with Reverend Ronnie Mick officiating.

Call Newell Funeral Home at 618-246-0100 or visit newellfuneralhome.com for further information.