MOHAWK – Albert “Al” D. Young, age 79, of Mohawk, passed away at his home, on April 4, 2026, with his wife Nancy by his side.
He was born on March 22, 1947, in Herkimer, the son of Clarence W. and Frances (Gundy) Young and graduated from Mohawk Central School, in 1966. Al was a Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army from 1969 to 1974. On September 1, 1984, Al Married Nancy A. Morrisette, at the Ilion First Presbyterian Church. Mr. Young was employed as a Machinist and Machine Repairman at Remington Arms Co., Ilion, for over 34 years. He was also Co-owner of Con-Ron Home Inspections / Enterprizes, Owner of Ilion Laundromat, and Young Plowing Service. Mr. Young was a member of American Society of Home Inspectors and United Mine Workers Local. Al loved Mechanics, Woodworking, Computers, Photography, Hunting and his 1979 black Cadillac. He especially loved his family, including his wife, children and grandchildren.
Surviving family members include his wife, Nancy; his two daughters, Lori Ortega and her husband, Ric, of Marietta, GA, and Kimberly Slaughter and her husband, Matthew, of Phoenix, AZ; his five grandchildren, Brandon, Shannon (Janelle), Jenifer, Tyler Miazga and Brycen Slaughter; and a beloved daughter in heart, Michelle Gross (Bobby) along with their children, Natalie, Madalyn and Cole, whom he cherished as his own grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins; and his best friend, Richard “Dick” Murdock, Jr.
He was predeceased by his parents; his sisters, Mellissa Pierce, Mable Ferguson and Elsie Gay; and his brothers, Francis Davis, Donald Young and Joe Davis.
In keeping with Al’s wishes, a Celebration of his Life will be held on July 12, 2026, at a time and location to be announced.
Anyone wishing to share a memory of Al, or add to his online memorial, may go to www.applegateandday.com on the Internet.
In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to MOVAC, 15 NY-5S, Mohawk, NY 13407, or Cedarville Fire Department, 960 NY-51, Ilion, NY 13357. You may also plant a tree in Al’s memory.
Al’s service arrangements were prearranged and entrusted to his friend and family Funeral Director, Don Applegate, of Enea, Ciaccia and Applegate Funeral Directors, 102 West St., Ilion, NY (315-895-7722).
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