John E. Young

John E. Young, 87, of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at Henry Community Health. He was born on December 30, 1936 in Charleston, West Virginia to the late Bevel and Stella Mae (Rymer) Young.

John was a talented musician. He enjoyed playing gospel music in a variety of places. He could play almost any instrument with strings but his favorite instrument was the steel guitar. In the 70's John could be found with his buddy, in Sonny Earhart's garage, cranking out the tunes to Merle Haggard, Buck Owens and Johnny Cash. Learning these songs gave the guys an opportunity to play music in various clubs throughout the town of Chesterfield and the city of Anderson. John also enjoyed playing in gospel bands and toured the state for a brief time with the J.D. Bell family in the 80's. John enjoyed playing music for various local churches. He shared his steel guitar and electric guitar talents during worship services wherever there was a need.

Apart from music, John also enjoyed being with his family and friends. Almost every summer he could be found at the Frankfort Camp Ministries family camp. He was serious about his relationship with Jesus Christ and it was his heart's desire for all of his family and friends to know Jesus! John was a veteran of the US Air Force proudly serving his country from 1954-1959.

John is survived by his children; daughter, Lesley Bennett of Anderson; son, Donald (Melissa) Young of Pendleton; stepson, Tony Roberts; stepdaughter, Sandy (Mark) Ridenour; grandchildren, Nicholas, Patrick, Cameron, Alexis and Braxton; great grandchildren, Gavin, Aubrey, Carter, Zachary, Callie; brother, Steve (Lynn) Young of Nitro, West Virginia and several cousins, nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his stepmother, Helen; his wife, Faye; his sons, Jay and Ronnie; stepson, Ricky and 3 sisters. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Frankfort Camp Ministries 1058 W. Freeman Street, Frankfort Indiana 46041

Services will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, March 11, 2024 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle. Burial will follow in South Mound Cemetery, West Lawn Addition with military honors conducted by the New Castle American Legion/VFW. Visitation will be from 12:00pm until the time of service Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Frankfort Camp Ministries 1058 W. Freeman Street, Frankfort Indiana 4604.