Obituary of Robert Woods Young

The passing of Robert "Bob" Woods Young of Fredericton, NB, husband of Mary "Bunny" (Barber) Young occurred on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Oromocto Public Hospital.  Born on January 21, 1939 in Timmins, ON, he was the son of the late Jack Young and Muriel (Mumford) Stephenson.  Robert served in the Royal Canadian Navy for five years before going on to work as a Purchasing Manager and Stores for the Pulp and Paper Industry.  Robert was a sports enthusiast and enjoyed traveling.  

In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by his daughter, Susan Young; grandson, Robert Fallon (Larrissa); great grandson, Curtis Fallon; siblings, John Young (Lynne), Earl Young (Joanne), Rick Young (Margo), Jim Young (Kelly) and Tom Young (Audrey); several nieces and nephews. Besides is parents, he was predeceased by his son, Stephen Young and brother, D'Arcy Young.

By request there will be no visitation or funeral service; there will be a Graveside Service in St. Paul's United Church Cemetery, Edmundston, NB at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Parkinson Foundation or the charity of the donor’s choice.  Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com