Celebrating the life of
Howard Thomas Young
November 25, 1924 - March 09, 2026
Howard Thomas Young, age 101, passed away on March 9 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah. Born on 11/24/1925 in Lake Charles, LA, Howard was the youngest of 4 boys. He was a proud WWII Navy veteran & prolific volunteer around Savannah since his retirement in 1983.
After graduating high school at age 17, in the throes of WWII involvement, Howard enlisted in the Navy; last serving in the South Pacific commanded by 5-star Admiral Chester Nemitz. Following his military service, he moved to Ohio and completed his education through night school at University of Toledo with a degree in accounting & minor in economics. For 35 years, he was employed by Owens-Illinois, Inc. managing their glass containers & pricing division.
Upon retirement at age 58, he relocated to Savannah. Ever since, Howard has worked tirelessly through the next 4 decades in volunteer service to multitudes of organizations. He amassed volumes of certificates of appreciation & awards along the way, logging hundreds of hours of volunteer time and effort.
Howard was thrilled to be flown to the nation’s capital on one of the Veterans’ Honor Flights & delighted by numerous celebrations arranged for his 100th birthday. He’ll be well remembered & missed - for his industrious nature, generosity - and handing out mini tootsie rolls everywhere he went.
Organizations benefiting from his generosity include VA Hospital, Isle of Hope United Methodist Church, American Legion Post 184, Republican Council of Savannah, Coastal Alzheimer’s Assoc., AmeriCorps Seniors, Savannah Senior Center, Coastal GA Cares, Generation One, Retired & Seniors Volunteer Program.
Howard leaves a nephew, Terry Young of Longview TX & a great niece, Kerry Young.
Funeral. service will be held March 23 at 11:00 a.m. at Isle of Hope United Methodist Church. Burial at Bonaventure Cemetery with military honors provided by the U.S, Navy. Memorial donations will be welcome to Alzheimer’s Association
Howard?waa a real patriot. He loved this country and the Republican Party. Howard was a true volunteer and would do anything he could to help. Rest in Peace my friend. May God wrap his arms around all the familie and friends. Prayers.
- Frank & Kathryn 2, Pembroke , Georgia
Howard was a real patriot. He loved this country and the Republican Party. Howard was a true volunteer and would do anything he could to help. Rest in Peace my friend. May God wrap his arms around all the familie and friends. Prayers.
- Frank & Kathryn 2, Pembroke , Georgia
An Angel has earned his wings - Big Time!! Howard was and will always be remembered as a True Patriot!!!!! He always had a huge smile and exuberance in his heart. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him. Rest in Peace Howard. We love you so much. Prayers for the family. With fondness and love. Peter and Bonnie Delvers
- Delvers, Savannah, GA
Howard was a true southern gentleman! He showed so much kindness, concern, and love to both my daughters, myself and our family. He always had a smile and a tootsie roll to greet us with, along with listening ears to see how we were doing. I will carry joyful memories of Howard in my heart, memories that always bring a smile to my face. GOD bless you, Howard, and may our gracious Lord and Savior Jesus, hold your friends and family close in the days ahead, as they celebrate a life well lived.
- Jo Corbin Gamble, Savannah, GA
A true gentleman and always helping others. I will miss your smile, our conversations and of course, the tootsie rolls. Rest in peace, sweet friend. You will always be Howard "Forever" Young to me.
- Terry Coker, Palm Coast, Florida
Your smiling face and faithful attendance at Legion Post 184 will be greatly missed. Thank you for your service.
- Richard Pfister, Savannah, Georgia
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Harold was a very kind and special person. He lived a good long life and will be missed. Thank you for your service Harold.
- Shirley Burgstiner Carter, Savannah, Georgia
Howard was one of a kind. He will be missed by many.
- Melynda Chance, Guyton, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Funeral Service
- 11:00a.m. on Mon, March 23, 2026
- Isle of Hope United Methodist Church
-
412 Parkersburg Road (map)
Savannah GA 31406
- Burial
- on Mon, March 23, 2026
- Bonaventure Cemetery
-
330 Bonaventure Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-651-6843
