BORN

1981

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home & Cremation Ce

621 King Street West

Kitchener, Ontario

Jeffery Young Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 6, 2014.

Young, Jeff – Passed away suddenly and too soon on October 2, 2014 at the age of 33. Dear son of Janice Abeele and her husband Rob, and John Young and his wife Donna. He is survived by his daughters Alicia, Abigail and Keira and their mother Tina. Jeff is remembered by his sister Julie and her husband Michael and their children Jonathan, Samantha and Mary. Grandson of Sandra and Gary Ferguson and Dorothy Lawton. He is also survived by many loving aunts and uncles. A Celebration of Jeff's Life will be held on Wednesday, October 8th at 6 pm in the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre (located behind Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King Street W). Visitation will follow from 7-9 pm. Donations in Jeff's memory may be made to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

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April 17, 2015

Chelsy

You will always hold a piece of my heart.

October 17, 2014

Dan mahoney

Gone to young. He must of had a better plan for you up there. You definitely touched an guided me through times.
You were always solid.
Respects..

October 17, 2014

daniel mahoney

Wow Jeff can't believe your gone.Grew up with you,you went too soon but he must of had better plans for you. Your homie.
D Mahoney. Respects..

October 17, 2014

Josh Mahoney

Greatly sadden to hear of your passing. You hold a special place in my heart pal. You will be truly missed. Wish Julie and the family strength in this sad time. Your in my prayers big guy. Miss ya and R.I.P. Mr. Jeff Young

October 7, 2014

Brent & Krista Green

Julie and Mike, We are so sorry to hear the sad news of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

October 7, 2014

James & Jennifer Smith

We wish to express our sympathy to Julie and her family during this difficult time.

October 7, 2014

Gerry Cunningham

There are no words to heal the pain that your family and friends are feeling in this tragic loss of your son, Jeffrey. Help each other and know that he is at peace. Our love & prayers to all who knew him

Gerry, Tim & Lisa, & all the Cunningham family

October 7, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to Julie and her family in the passing of Jeff. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ray and Dianna Green & family

October 7, 2014

Rob Shwery

We are saddened to hear of the passing of your son. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Your friends at CMP.

October 7, 2014

michael

Travel well Jeff. You will be missed greatly.

October 6, 2014

We are very sorry you have lost your son, Jeffrey. Try to keep all the special memories of Jeff close at hand. He has a special place in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved him. Love Jonathon, Bev and Ron

October 6, 2014

Heartfelt sympathy to you and your family in the passing of Jeff. May time heal your pain help you remember happier times.

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