Chuck (Mickey) was born in New Brighton, Pennsylvania, the son of June A. and Charles N. Young. The family moved to Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania where he grew up. He graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1965. In 1969, he graduated from Geneva College in the field of Economics. He was employed with then Society National Bank in Cleveland, primarily in the Trust Department. After completing basic training, he continued employment at Society while attending night school at The Cleveland Marshall College of Law. He graduated from law school in 1973 and was admitted to the Bar in 1974. He continued with his military commitment in the Army Reserves.

 

Chuck began practicing law as a criminal defense attorney and then transitioned into personal injury as a trial attorney. His career spanned 40 years. He retired in 2012 due to health issues.

 

Chuck’s hobbies began with teaching himself how to sail, reading the manual while his hand was on the tiller on the lake. He was a golf team member while in high school and college, later joining Lakewood Country Club. He eventually became a power boater and began fishing for walleye and perch. He then joined Rockwell Springs Trout Club to learn the art of fly fishing and tying. Chuck received his 50 year Masonic service emblem in October, 2018. He was a member of The First Presbyterian Church of Bonita Springs. He became a Bonita Springs, Florida resident continuing to spend summers in Sandusky, Ohio.

 

He and his wife Emma Lee (Emmy) were married in July, 1971. Their daughter, Kristen Lee was born in 1983 and was truly the heart and soul of his life. He leaves behind his wife, daughter, relatives and so many friends he has cherished over the years.

 

Contributions in his name may be made to the International Myeloma Foundation, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or other charity of your choice.

 

Service information will be provided at a later date.