Russell C. Youngs, 56, of Mishawaka, IN., passed away after a long hard fought battle with Leukemia on Monday, October 10, 2022 at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, IL.
Russell was born on September 18, 1966 in Gouverneur, NY. to Randolph C. Youngs and Memory (LaBarge) Youngs Payne. On September 26, 1992 in Crown Point, IN., Russell married Gloria Gard. They shared 30 wonderful years together. Gloria survives along with their son, Ross C. Youngs of Mishawaka, his Mother, Memory Payne and his step father Don Payne of Gouverneur, NY, his step mother, Lila Youngs of Richville, NY and his brother, Andy Youngs and his partner Michael Chin Pham of Annandale Virginia.
Russell was preceded in death by his father Randolph C. Youngs.
Russell graduated from Bethel College. He was an avid chess player, enjoyed camping, fishing, and computer engineering. He had a big heart, and an even bigger personality, he would light up any room he was in. He garnered a love for rock music throughout his life which led him to fixing stereos, which progressed into a love for technology. Family and friends may gather on Friday, November 11, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Palmer Funeral Home - Bubb Chapel, 3910 N. Main Street, Mishawaka. Online condolences can be made at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Camp Watcha-Wanna-Do , a camp for kids with cancer. You can donate online at www.campwatchawannado.com/donate-now