Mr. Young was born in Tokyo, Japan on October 31, 1956, the son of the late Alice Kathleen Freeman Young and Floyd James Young. He was a gifted master technician auto mechanic who constantly took new classes to stay abreast of all the new creations in the industry. Those who had the good fortune of having him work on their cars knew they would get a quality job. Michael was an avid sports enthusiast who loved watching all sorts of sports on television, and going fishing. He was a sensitive man who loved being with family and friends, and had a special gift with any kind of animal. Other than his nieces and nephews his dog, “Puppy Dog” was his most beloved companion. He will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his siblings, Rebecca and Randall Begley of Dallas, GA., Peggy and Mark New of Hogansville, GA., Tammi and Rocky Frazier of Griffin, GA., and David and Gisele Young of Henderson, NY; and a number of adoring nieces and nephews.