Donald James Youngling

Donald James Youngling

Donald James Youngling, 45 of Brazil, passed away October 28, 2015 at 7:50 am at his home. He had been enduring the battle with ALS and died from complications. He was born August 26, 1970 in Chicago, IL, the son of Harvey and Pearl Elson Youngling. He was raised in Brazil and attended Eastside School and Northview High School. He had attended the Jehovah Witness services.

He had worked for A to Z Construction as a laborer and a roofer. He enjoyed being outside, fishing and he really loved Frisbee Golf.

He was preceded in death by his mother Pearl Youngling and his sister Lorri Starr.

Survivors include his father, Harvey Youngling; his children, Samantha, Donald, Kimberly, Katie and Aiden; grandchildren Allyson, Sean and Mason; brother Dennis Youngling and wife Nell, two sisters, Dawn Bemis and husband Michael, and Ginger Maesch and husband Shawn; Many nieces, nephews, extended family and longtime close friend, Ronnie "Red" Head.

Visitation will be Monday at French Funeral Home from 4-7, with services held at 7pm. Brother in law, Michael Bemis will officiate. Cremation was chosen, with burial of the ashes at a later date. The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice for all the special care and also to all the family and friends who supported that ALS Fundraising on behalf of Donald. Post a note of condolence at www.frenchfuneralhome.com.