Michael D. Young

Michael D. Young, 65, of Middlefield, OH passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 31, 2021, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was born on May 30, 1956, in Painesville to William “Joe” and Elaine (nee Glessner) Young and was a lifelong area resident. Mike married his soulmate and true love Cindy (nee McGurer) in East Claridon on October 11, 1980.
Mike, known warmly as Mikey, was a kind, generous, loving soul. He was a superman to all who knew him. Always quick to help in any way that he could, his selflessness knew no bounds. If there was something to be fixed, he would find a clever solution to the problem. If he heard of someone in need, he was the first to show up to help. If there was a project for family or friends, he was there every day until it was finished.
Mike spent his time creating artwork, biking, running, hiking, playing softball and, of course, lawn care. He also gave of himself to volunteer for Santa’s Hide-A-Way Hollow and donated more than 26 gallons of blood over his lifetime.
Mike’s calm, gentle demeanor made him a natural as godfather to his great-nephew Carter; a role that he enjoyed and treasured.
He was hard working all his life, spending 45 years at Stock Equipment in Bainbridge then several years with Hamden Township after retiring in 2019.
His love of ice cream and t-shirts could only be shadowed by his love for his family.
Mike will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 41 years, Cindy; mother, Elaine Young of Chardon; sons Michael P. and Kyle G. Young of Burton; brother Eric (Carla) Young of Chardon; sisters Holly (Chuck) Boros, Carol (Ken) Pritt and Wendy (Doug) Daugherty all of Chardon; extended family Markus Polder of Landvetter, Sweden, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Joe (William).
A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 9, 2021, at Horizon Christian Assembly (14920 White Road, Middlefield, OH 44062) immediately following calling hours with Pastor Patrick Robinson officiating. Friends may call from 5 until 7 pm at the church.
A private family burial will take place at a later date. Donations are suggested to the Geauga Humane Society https://www.rescuevillage.org/ .
Arrangements are entrusted to the Potti & Marc F. Burr Funeral Homes of Painesville, Madison, Fairport Harbor and Chardon. Obituary, online condolences and memorial gifts available at www.marcfburrfuneralhome.com .