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Galen Young

In Memorial

Young GalenYoung: Galen Ellard

At Margaret Bahen Hospice in Newmarket, Ontario on Monday March 24, 2025, Galen Ellard Young passed away peacefully surrounded by family in his 79th year. Beloved son of the late Bradford and Hazel Young. He was a loving husband to Bonnie (nee: Burling) for 58 years and cherished dad to Ann Schnack (Ingo), Gaye Ella Laufer, Bradford and Michael.

Adored Grampie to his grandchildren Isaac, Isabelle, Brady and Brooklyn. Remembered by his siblings Joan Osborne, Greta Lee, Wayne (the late Helen), Patricia Gerardi and the late Anna Lyons. Dear brother in-law to Franklin Burling, Robert Burling and Donna Ebers (Frank). Beloved uncle to 19 nieces and nephews. Forever in the heart of his extended family and friends.

The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, (905-936-3477) on Sunday March 30, 2025, from 12pm-1:30pm immediately followed by a service. A reception will follow at the Tottenham Legion, 25 Richmond Street East, Tottenham.

For those who wish, donations to Margaret Bahen Hospice would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

 

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Galen Young - Memorial Visitation

Rod Abrams Funeral Home

1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, ON, L0G 1W0

Sunday March 30, 2025

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Galen Young - Memorial Service

Rod Abrams Funeral Home

1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham Ontario L0G1W0

Sunday March 30, 2025

1:30pm

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  1. Mark Trainor says

    April 6, 2025 at 7:17 am

    I have fond memories of the man. He will surely be missed.

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    • Gaye Ella Laufer says

      April 11, 2025 at 9:51 pm

      Thank you Mark, We appreciate your kind words.

      Reply
  2. Christa Gtaham says

    March 31, 2025 at 9:23 am

    Gaye and family
    My deepest sympathies for the loss of your father. I hope you take comfort in the support of your family and friends at this time.

    Christa

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    • Gaye Ella Laufer says

      April 11, 2025 at 9:52 pm

      Thank you so much Christa. We appreciate all your support to me an my family.

      Reply
  3. Patricia Gerardi says

    March 30, 2025 at 8:48 pm

    May all the wonderful memories of Galen, of which there are so many, help Galen’s family to find some comfort in knowing that Galen is now in peace along with his sister Anna Young Lyons. We love you Galen from his sister Pat Young Gerardi, Kris Gerardi Ryan (daughter) and husband Dennis and beloved children Brandon and Heather Ryan, Tony Gerardi (son) and wife Laura♥️

    Reply
  4. Elaine Pittman says

    March 29, 2025 at 11:29 pm

    To Bonnie, Gaye and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Extending my deepest sympathy to all of you at this very sad time.

    Reply
    • Gaye Ella Laufer says

      April 11, 2025 at 9:54 pm

      Thank you so much Elaine.

      Reply
  5. Glen Schlueter says

    March 29, 2025 at 5:36 pm

    Bonnie and family. Our sincere condolences to all of you for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
    Gale and Glen Schlueter

    Reply
  6. Roger-Linda Begin says

    March 29, 2025 at 2:29 pm

    To Bonnie and family.
    We were so saddened to hear about Galen. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and the family.

    Reply
  7. Hans Ebers and Shirley says

    March 29, 2025 at 12:34 pm

    To Bonnie and Family, thinking of you.
    Hans and Shirley

    Reply
  8. Patricia Young Gerardi says

    March 29, 2025 at 12:14 pm

    May all the wonderful memories of Galen, of which there are so many, help Galen’s family to find some comfort in knowing that Galen is now in peace along with his sister Anna Young Lyons. We love you Galen from his sister Pat Young Gerardi,, Kris Gerardi Ryan (daughter) and husband Dennis and beloved children Brandon and Heather Ryan ♥️

    Reply
  9. marc ronan says

    March 28, 2025 at 9:27 am

    Sincere condolences to the Young family

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    • Doris Forbes says

      March 29, 2025 at 7:49 am

      My sincere condolences to you and your family Bonnie! My heart goes out to you! May he rest in peace !

      Reply
  10. Glen Schlueter says

    March 27, 2025 at 4:30 pm

    To Bonnie and family our deepest condolences for your loss of Galen. In this difficult time our thoughts are with you.
    Gale and Glen Schlueter

    Reply
  11. Elizabeth Jankowski says

    March 27, 2025 at 9:42 am

    Please take my deepest condolences for the loss of your father from
    Jankowski family. As per your request donations will be done for Newmarket Hospice

    Reply
    • Gaye Ella Laufer says

      April 11, 2025 at 9:58 pm

      Thank you so much! We appreciate your support to the hospice in my dad’s memory.

      Reply
  12. Joan Kwiatkowski says

    March 27, 2025 at 12:37 am

    Bonnie and Family: My sincerest condolences to all of you in this your hour of need. Bonnie, I am so sorry of Galen’s passing but know that he is now with our Heavenly Father. I pray that God will bless all of you and help you through the following weeks and months and give you strength to carry on. I knew he was sick but didn’t realize the extent of his sickness. God Bless You All!

    Love Joan

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    • Terry (Kwiatkowski) Behan says

      March 28, 2025 at 11:12 am

      As well as what mom beautifully expressed, Jeff and I send our love and condolences.

      Reply
  13. Melodee Eisan says

    March 26, 2025 at 7:08 pm

    To Mike and family. Very sorry for your loss. My condolences

    Reply
  14. Mary Lynn Nosad says

    March 26, 2025 at 6:09 pm

    Dear Bonnie and Family, my deepest condolences to you all, at this most difficult time. May Galen rest in peace and fly high. Rip Galen

    Reply
  15. Margaret Bahen Hospice says

    March 26, 2025 at 5:23 pm

    It was an honour to care for Galen at Margaret Bahen Hospice. On behalf of the entire Margaret Bahen Hospice team, please accept our deepest sympathies. http://www.myhospice.ca

    Reply
  16. Andrea Zanelli says

    March 26, 2025 at 12:59 pm

    My heart and thoughts are with your families during this difficult time. Wishing you strength, comfort, and peace.

    Sincerely,
    Andrea Zanelli

    Reply

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