Michael Youngs, age 83, of Marshall, Minnesota, passed away at his home on August 15, 2026. Interment with Military Honors was held on August 21, 2026, at the Marshall Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Hamilton Funeral Home.
Mike was born to Lawrence “Jack” and Martha (Hoff) Youngs on December 30, 1942. He grew up in Renville, Minnesota, where he was confirmed at the United Methodist Church. Mike graduated from Renville High School in 1960, and after graduation he entered the United States Air Force and served his country for 4 years before being honorably discharged in 1964. In October, while stationed at the Air Force base in Bossier City, Louisiana; from his first marriage, Mike was blessed with a son, Michael Price.
In 1977, Mike and LaVonne Meyer were united in marriage, and they made their home in Marshall. Mike’s entire career was with AT&T, installing and repairing complex phone systems throughout commercial properties. Mike and Vonnie loved to travel and play golf. Mike's creativity and attention to detail was phenomenal which he exhibited as a talented woodcarver, quickly becoming one of Mike’s favorite pastimes.
Blessed be his memory.
Mike is survived by his wife, Vonnie of Marshall; son, Price (and Betty) Youngs of Nederland, TX; granddaughters, Whitney and Ashley; along with many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Larry; sister, Jacquie Mulder; and grandson, Tristan.