Dannie E. Young

Dannie E. Young passed away peacefully at home on March 21, 2016 with his loved ones by his side.

Dannie was born on March 23, 1958 in St. Louis to the late Bennie Young and Lula Watkins. He grew up in St. Louis, attending King High School and graduating in 1976. He attended Forest Park Community College for a short time under a scholarship that he earned for his skills at tennis. Later in life Dannie worked as a butcher, but ended up working at Channel 24 as a camera operator.

Dannie was known for being a “gentle giant”. He was loving and kind. He will be deeply missed.

Dannie is survived by his beloved sisters Flora Young of St. Louis, MO and Sherelly Young Smooths (and dear brother-in-law John Smooths) of St. Louis, MO; his nieces and nephews Shelauna, Leon, Kavita, Keylla and Korey; special friend James; many cousins and a host of friends. His parents, and one nephew-Kellen, preceded him in death.

Memorial services will be held by the family at a later date.

6 Comments

  1. Diahann Edwards-Green on March 25, 2016 at 12:17 pm

    My Deepest And Sincere Condolences To My Long Time Friends Shirley & Flora Young On The Heartfelt Loss Of Your Dear Brother Dannie E. Young ?Prayers Of Encouragement & Strength Going Up For Shirley (John) Leon;
    Flora, Shelauna Kavita Keylla & Kory
    Praying GOD Wrap The Young Family In His Grace & Mercy Knowing That There Is POWER In The Name Of JESUS??
    Dannie May Your Soul Rest In Heavenly Peace… #Blessings



  2. Daniel Raggs on March 26, 2016 at 9:05 am

    I had the pleasure of knowing Dannie & my memories of him are priceless! A great man! RIP brother.



  3. Tammie Moreland on March 27, 2016 at 3:04 pm

    Sad to here about the lost of Dannie my old next door neighbor my prayers go out to Flo and Shirley and family.



  4. Paulette Reed on March 27, 2016 at 6:01 pm

    Thinking of you with Love in this time of Bereavement Shirley,Flo,and Family!!

    Offering a Prayer that God will always keep the entire Young Family close within his Loving Care.
    Dannie truly was a Gentle Giant to everyone that new him. He was a very Loving and Caring person. He will be truly Missed.

    Love,
    Paulette & Husband(Fred)& Family



  5. Gwendolyn Pounds on March 29, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    My Condolences go out to my Sister Friend Shirley and John Smooths, Flora, Shelauna, Leon, , Kavita, Keylla and Korey and the entire family. May you find solace in knowing that Danny was loved by all that knew him. He was a giving and humble man. That loved his sports, his family and God. He stepped in when his father and mother passed on at a young age and cared for his sisters in any way he could. He was a awesome brother and friend. We offer our love and support and pray for your family at this time. He will be missed by all that had the pleasure of know him.

    We will always love you Danny. Rest in Heaven

    Love
    Gwendolyn Pounds and Family
    Linda Fox and Family
    Tyjuan Thomas and Family.
    Kimberley Fox -Dunnigan and Family



  6. Mrs. Sherelly Smooths and family on May 26, 2020 at 9:37 pm

    I had never read these condolences until today 5-26-2020, thank you for your heartfelt condolences and love life long friends and family✌????always



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