George J. Young, 86

George J. Young, 86, of Tupper Lake passed away on Friday February 10, 2023.

George was born on October 26, 1936 in Tupper Lake, the son of George and Jeanne (Ouellet) Young.

George is survived by the love of his life Gale LaValley Young. They were married on November 5, 1960.

He is also survived by two daughters, Jodie (Jerry) Laramie and Jill (Roy) Parent, one sister Rita Larabie, three granddaughters Laura Laramie, Kristen (Miguel) Chico, Brittany (Kyle) LaBarge, one grandson Tyler (Christine) Laramie, and six great-granddaughters.

George was predeceased by his two sons, Todd and Brad, his parents George and Jeanne (Ouellet) Young and four sisters Ruth, Janice, Kate, and Rena.

Most important to George was the love of his family. George also had a great sense of humor. He was also a hard worker and was employed and retired from the Tupper Lake School District.

George loved to hunt, fish, and garden. He loved making jam, pickles, and donuts with his wife Gale. He loved sharing his vegetables from his garden and homemade jam with family, friends, and neighbors.

Visitation will be on Wednesday February 15, 2023 from 11a.m. to noon, with a funeral mass to immediately follow at St. Alphonsus Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tupper Lake Rescue Squad and Life Flight.