Joseph Scott Young
June 19th, 2021
Scott Young – May 11, 1966
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear husband, father, son, brother and friend, Scott Young. Scott passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021 at the Foothills Medical Center, Calgary, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Sydney Mines, he is the son of Joseph and Jean (Bradley) Young. Scott married his high school sweetheart, Kim Mulley, on July 15, 1989; celebrating 32 amazing years together. Scott worked in oil and gas, eventually moving to Airdrie Alberta in 2008. After his family, travel and sports were his passions.
Scott completed his dream trip to Tahiti in 2019. He has been to baseball games in 16 stadiums, highlighted by seeing his Red Sox at Fenway Park. Scott loved watching and coaching his son Marc play all sports. He coached hockey, soccer, and golf but his crowning achievement was back to back High School volleyball Provincial Championships.
Scott was heavily involved at the Airdrie United Church as the Chairman of the Board, spearheading the new Building Development. He was always there with a one liner, dry wit, tongue out, or striking a highland pose to make everyone smile.
Scott is lovingly remembered by his wife, Kimberlee; son, Marc, in Columbus, Ohio; his parents, Joseph and Jean (Bradley) Young; his younger siblings, Nicole (John) Whitty in P.E.I, Robert (Sherri) Young in P.E.I; and his sisters-in-law, Marlene McLean, Irene Hill, Colleen Roberts; as well as many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Airdrie United Church Building Development, 212 – 1 Avenue NE, Airdrie, Alberta, T4B 0R4. A Memorial will be held at a later date in Sydney Mines.Messages:
To Kim, Marc and all Scott's family, Our deepest condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you these past few weeks. Kim, I've been going through old photos of growing up together, your wedding and Marc when he was born. I can't believe how much time has passed. I know you never expected for Scott to be gone so soon but you lived a very full life together, surrounded by lots of love with great memories. I will often think of Scott, posing in the first step of the Highland Fling, mischievously smiling at the camera, in exotic places that you travelled, at a sports stadium somewhere or simply, enjoying each other's company in your backyard garden. Scott will be remembered most for all the love he gave you and Marc. We will miss him. Love to you all, and to you especially cuz, Love Leanne & Jeff, Breagh & Aislinn Beddow
Shocked and saddened by the news of Scott's passing. My deepest condolences Kim, Marc and family. I got to know Scott while working side by side him at Parkland Fuels. We shared many laughs and good times. Scott was also very kind and easy to talk to. He was always a good listener. I enjoyed catching up with him over the past few years and seeing him driving around in the Thunderbird. Scott you will be missed.
Kim & Marc, We are deeply saddened by Scott's passing. Our sympathy and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Sincere and heartfelt condolences to other family members as well. Roy & Leila MacKenzie
Shocked and very sad when I found out the news today that Scott had passed away. Scott and i worked together for a number of years from when Bluewave went Went West to in the last few years before my retirement when he was my Boss, Scott had a amazing way of dealing with his team in good times and bad, respect was always there. We did a lot of travelling across this country together, BC, Alberta, Ontario and the Atlantic regions and one thing always happened once we had booked into our Hotel, he would ask " Where is the Italian restaurant" as he needed his Chicken Parmesan. On a number of My trips to Calgary Kim would join us for supper which was always great. Although we both left Parkland a couple of years ago, we never lost touch and had our telephone calls every month or so to catch up. Will miss them. To Kim and Mark, please take care of yourselves, you are in my thoughts. Phil
Kim, we both are sending light and love your way. Please know that we both loved all our time with you both and will hold those memories in our hearts. May you find peace with your your “boy”, Marc and the rest of your extended family. God bless each of you and we know the love Scott held most was his family. Loving hugs
My deepest sympathy and love to Joe, Jean Kim ,mark and the rest of the family
Kim & Marc - We are deeply saddened to hear of Scott’s passing. He truly was a ‘Special’ guy - always supportive, and we loved that mischievous smile. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers - do take care. Love & Hugs, Elsie& Richard
Kim, Mark and family, my sincere condolences for your loss, Scott was a great person and an excellent mentor. Our thoughts are with you and the family at this time.
Jean,Joe and families. Thinking of you all during this sad and difficult time .We are sending you our most sincere Sympathy.
Our deepest condolences to Jean, Joe and family on the loss of your son. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely Lowell & Glenda (Thursday lunch)
My sincere condolences to you and your son Kim , I feel your pain and just want you to know how very sorry I am to hear about Scott ! My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always ,
Kim and Family, we are so sorry to hear of Scott's passing. Scott's was a awesome guy growing up. Our deepest sympathy.
Dear Jean, Joe, and Family, Words cannot express our sadness in learning of Scott's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we ask God to look after you and grant you peace in these most difficult of times.
So very sorry to hear of Scott's passing, I worked with Scott at Irving Oil in Sydney C,B, it was such a pleasure to spend time with him, My heartfelt condolences to all his Family.
My sincerest condolences to Kim, Marc and family. Was very saddened to hear the news about Scott. I worked with Scott at Parkland for a number of years and always looked forward to my conversations with Scott about the Red Sox, hockey or golf. We also shared coaching our sons in and he spoke so passionately about coaching his son in all the different sports. I really enjoyed his sense of humour and we had many laughs believe it or not during our budgeting sessions. I will truly miss him, he was an awesome person and friend.
Kim, I am so sorry to hear of Scott’s passing! My heart goes out to you & Marc.
Kim, Marc, Joe ,Jean and the rest of the family we were saddened to hear about Scott's passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless you all.
Very sorry to learn of Scott's passing. It is especially difficult to loose a loved on during this time of restrictions. Sending my sincere condolences to Kim, Marc and Family.
Kim-I was so sorry to read this today and hoping you’re doing okay. Make sure you take care of yourself. Sending lots of positive energy.
From Zellers, to the softball fields, to Acadia University, to Baddeck Forks Golf Course, Scott and I spent a lot of time together in the mid to late 80’s. Time and distance separated us, but the laughs and memories with Scott remain with me. Scott was my first roommate at Acadia in 1985-86, Room 121 Dennis House to be exact, he was my Campus GPS for the first week of classes, if not for Scott, I would have been looking for a Physics lab in the Arts building. He and I and the rest of the Acadia gang (Neil, Marc, Rick, Randy, James…) never missed a home Acadia varsity hockey, basketball, or football game. The thrill of victory, the agony of defeat, we all shared together. I still have goofy photos from Scott and Kim’s wedding of Neil d’Entremont, Scott, and myself in our tuxedos in baseball poses. Silly? Yes. But that was Scott’s personality. On his wedding day, we had to find time for these non-professional photos. I always felt my sarcasm was best matched by Scott’s dry wit. Scott and James McClean wrote a review for the Dennis House Newsletter after every Dennis House Whalers intramural hockey game, an example of his wit: he coined the nickname for me of Darren Dennis, M.D. for my hockey skills, the M.D. didn’t stand for Medical Doctor as one would hope, it stood for Master of Disaster. His devotion to his beloved Boston Red Sox and Philadelphia Flyers led to many mini heartbreaks for Scott, especially the 1986 World Series (reference Bill Buckner/ground ball/through the legs). Right now, I imagine Scott is talking baseball with Red Sox legend Ted Williams, probably offering him left-handed batting tips. Kim, you were certainly the most important person in Scott’s world back then, he counted the days down for your Acadia visits, I’m not surprised at the great life you enjoyed together. Kim, Marc, Jean, Joe, Nicole, Robert, and families, I extend my deepest condolences to you. Godspeed J. Scott Young Godspeed! Darren
On behalf of the United Church of Canada, I offer our condolences for your loss. Scott’s work with Airdrie UC was greatly appreciated and his faithful leadership will be missed. Please know that our prayers are with you during this challenging time. Treena Duncan, Executive Minister, United Church of Canada.
My sincerest condolences to Kim, Marc and the entire family. Scott and I worked very closely together for many years at Bluewave and Parkland and I have so many wonderful memories of working side by side with Scott, including a great picture of me wearing a Red Sox Jersey around the office for a day due to losing a bet to Scott. Did he ever move his Sox! He was an amazing colleague and friend. Our thoughts are with all of you Tom, Siona, Olivia and Thomas
Hi Kim, We are so sad to hear of Scott's passing. I have fond memories of sharing a few classes with Scott at Memorial High School. Sending you, Marc and Scott's family our love and support at this difficult time. Sincerely, Nancy, Enio, Nick & Sophie Liberatore
Kim, Marc, Mr. & Mrs. Young and Family, We were deeply saddened to hear of Scott's passing. As you support each other through the difficult days ahead, know that the thoughts and prayers of many are with you. Sincerely, The Ross Family
Kim, we are so sorry to hear about Scott. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your son. Take care
Hi Kim, I was so saddened to hear of Scott's passing. I have known him for many years but really got to know Scott while I was in Calgary working side by side with him in our Harvest Hills cubicles and travelling around Alberta. We shared many laughs and good times together. I loved his great energy and wonderful sense of humour. I couldn't appreciate much how he liked his steak blackened and well done like a hockey puck which was a brunt of a few of our jokes. Jenny and I send our love to you, Mark and the rest of your extended family. Take care and god bless.
My deepest sympathies. Scott was a great guy and I have fond memories of our time together at Memorial. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Absolutely devastated for you Kim and Mark. Brian and I had the pleasure of hanging out with Scott at their high school reunion and he had me in stitches the entire night. We are sending you huge hugs.
Kim, Mark and Family - I was deeply saddened to hear of Scott’s passing. He was a key member of our small Bluewave Western family and was always a positive presence to be around. Sincere Condolences from Joan and I.
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Scott. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this time.
My sincerest condolences to the Young family. I had the absolute pleasure of working with Scott and always looked forward to our conversations. Our last meeting was by video and Scott was sitting in his office with a backdrop of all of his sports memorabilia. I asked Scott what the story was and he treated me to a tour of his collection and told me about some of the amazing trips that he had taken to build his collection. Scott had a smile that would put anyone in a good mood. I will truly miss him.
Was so sad to hear this news on the weekend. Scott really was "one of the good guys" We worked together for six years and he was briefly my manager. I'm glad we kept in touch and will truly miss him.
Kim, Mark, Jean, Joe and Families, We were saddened to hear of the passing of Scott. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. God Bless.
Heart are with u all Scott in heaven with all off our other family members
I am so shocked I learn of Scott’s passing having met him at a church service at Airdrie Anglican Church , we chatted about our days at Parkland and he was excited to see me. Scott is a devout Christian and very compassionate and respectful person , he will surely be missed. My condolences to his family for this great loss