William Benjamin Young
July 28, 1980 - February 6, 2021
WILLIAM BENJAMIN YOUNG Benjamin Young died suddenly February 6, 2021. He was born July 28, 1980 in Nashville, Tennessee to parents Karen and Bill Young. He was preceded in death by his mother, Karen Haynes Davis, his stepfather Lawrence Davis, grandparents Ruby and J.W. Young, all of Nashville, and grandparents Virginia Ann and William C. “Buddy” Haynes of Shelbyville. Benjamin’s love of sports began in his youth as an award-winning swimmer. As an adult he enjoyed outdoor sports, becoming an expert skier and snowboarder during his year living in Montana. He also loved playing ping pong at local sports clubs. His love of working with his hands led to a career as a carpenter and craftsman. Survivors include his beloved son, Burton Davis Young; his father, Bill Young (Wanda Neal Hooper); aunt, Debbie Young (Mike Rakes); all of Nashville; his brother, Alexander Knox Haynes Young of Santa Cruz, California; his uncle, William Knox Haynes of Lexington, Kentucky; and aunt, Glenda Cohn of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and canine companion, Mika. No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned. The family will notify loved ones in the future when a Celebration of Life will be scheduled. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tennessee Chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, 116 Wilson Pike Circle, Brentwood, TN, 37027.
WILLIAM BENJAMIN YOUNG Benjamin Young died suddenly February 6, 2021. He was born July 28, 1980 in Nashville, Tennessee to parents Karen and Bill Young. He was preceded in death by his mother, Karen Haynes Davis, his stepfather Lawrence... View Obituary & Service Information