Wade Everington Young passed away at home in Lancaster, CA on August 10th at the age of 57.
Wade is connected to the Box Butte County, NE through the Fodnes and Daugherty families. Wade's wife, Krista (Daugherty) Young, is the granddaughter of Walter and Ida Fodnes, the daughter of Stanley and Jean (Fodnes) Daugherty and the niece of Lyle Fodnes. Krista's brother, Kevin "Scott" Daugherty is a 1984 graduate of Hemingford High School. Her younger brother, Rev. Shaun Daugherty, is Associate Pastor at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Alliance. Wade and Krista were married in Lancaster, California on November 22, 2003. They frequently vacationed with family in Box Butte County and greatly enjoyed their time together in Nebraska.
Wade is lovingly remembered by his wife, Krista, and his children--Kalen Baertlein (Isaac), Ashley Young (Chris Lessner), Kevin Young, and Jordyn Kleinberg--his brothers and sisters--Russ Young (Karen), Wendy Callaway (Eldon), Roy Young (Jennifer), and Deb OBrien--and his parents, Rita and Joel Gonzalez. Wade is also remembered by his nieces and nephews.
Wade was born May 25, 1964 in Glendale, California. Growing up, Wade loved sports and excelled in baseball and tennis. He attended Walnut High School and graduated in 1982. After high school, Wade attended Rio Hondo college for EMT training. He began his career with Wilson Ambulance. Wade ultimately found his calling in law enforcement. He worked as a Los Angeles County deputy sheriff for 30 years. Wade enjoyed spending time outdoors, gardening and camping. He could often be found watching his favorite sporting teams play or visiting with friends and neighbors. Wade also loved to spend time in the kitchen cooking great meals for his family. He dedicated his life to serving God, his family, and his community. The visitation will be on August 28th at 9:00 a.m. at St. Stephen’s of the Valley Lutheran Church in Palmdale, California (1737 E. Ave R, Palmdale, CA 93550). The celebration of life will follow at 10:00 a.m. and will be led by Pastor Chris Hogstad.
Wade will be laid to rest at St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in Box Butte County, NE on Gage Rd between Hwy 385 and 2 on Friday, September 3, 2021. The graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m. The family will meet at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home in Alliance and depart for the cemetery at 1030 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Stephen’s Food Pantry/Supper at 6:00 Program, 1737 E. Ave R, Palmdale, CA 93550, or the American Legion #311, 44355 40th St E, Lancaster, CA 93535.