Herman Young

Herman Young was born on July 16, 1955, in Dumas, Arkansas, to Clay Young Jr. and Catherine Young. He completed his education at Austin High School and went on to earn two Associate of Science Degrees in Substance Abuse Counseling.

Herman began his career at Haymarket as a Substance Abuse Counselor and, alongside his wife, opened two recovery homes. He had a profound love for old school music, particularly enjoying artists such as Smokie Robinson, Frankie Beverly and Maze, and The Whispers. Known for his humor and charisma, Herman was often described as a "human dictionary" and loved engaging in discussions about U.S. politics. He loved to dress and wore a suit like no other, exuding confidence. Herman was crowned the king of stepping, also known as bop; when he got on the floor, all eyes were on him, and the women couldn’t wait for their turn to dance with the best to ever do it. His favorite saying was, “Where is your faith?”

Herman departed this life on August 20, 2025.

He is preceded in death by: His beloved wife, Linda Young; his mother, Catherine Young; and his brother, Albert Young.

He leaves to cherish his memories: His father, Clay Young Jr.; sons, Kvernes Wilson (Kendra) and Brannon Young; daughters, LaTonya Davis, Latoya Davis, and Kimesia Gooden; grand-children, Antoine Wilson, Ariana Wilson, Jaylen Davis, Melvin Saffold Jr., Brannon Young Jr.,Bryson Young, and Braylon Young; brothers, Kenneth Robinson, Marvin Young (Andrea), and Montreal Young; sisters, Dyann King, Loretta Young (both of whom also served as caretakers), Olivia Young, Eunice Young, and Katrina Young; special caretakers, Tameka Young, Kimyada Minst, Solomon King and Ossie Jones, with a special thank you to his daughter, Kimesia Gooden for always being there and doing whatever he needed, whenever he called; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.