John Harold Young, 73, formerly of Milford, passed away at 6:55 a.m. Aug. 22, at Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Wayne. He was born Aug. 30, 1941, to Harold and Flora (Poehlein) Young in Milford.

John graduated from Milford High School in 1959 and during the next few years attended Indiana University, ASU and Goshen College pursuing his special interest in art. John painted many oil paintings.

Young is survived by his sister and brother-in-law: Marian (Joe) Sunthimer, Nevada, Mo; two nieces and three nephews; a brother-in-law: Arthur Stevens, Claremont, Calif.; and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his twin sister: Linda.

A private cremation committal will take place at Legacy Cremation and Remembrance Center with burial taking place at 10 a.m. Aug. 31, in the Milford Cemetery.