Jay Rowland Young Obituary (1950

Jay Rowland Young, a man who embodied the carefree spirit of the Beach Boys and a lifelong love of adventure, returned home to our Father in Heaven on November 19, 2025. Born on July 20, 1950, in Provo, Utah, to Marva May Saunders and James Ira Young, Jay lived his 75 years with the same wide-open enthusiasm as the California coastline he adored. He grew up alongside his siblings, Jim (Ann), Louise, Steve (Karen), and Elaine (Bruce), and he was preceded in death by his Hopi brother Gerald Lomatewaime. Music was the rhythm of Jay’s life. Whether carving across glassy water on skis, cruising winding highways on his Harley, or spending quiet moments with his animals, there was always a melody behind the moments he loved most. He shared that love for music with his family, finding his greatest joy in their laughter and the memories they created together. Jay is survived by his wife, Karen; his children, Jennifer (Troy) McNeil, Jeremy (Lauren) Young, Jonathan (Jessica) Young, and Joy (Dan) LeRoy; his stepchildren, Raylene, Donetta, and Laura Scribner; and his step-children, Jared (Josie) Worthington, Aaron (Maria) Worthington, Matthew Worthington, Melissa (Tim) Miller, Spencer (Shanay) Worthington, and Nathan (Kami) Worthington. He was preceded in death by Jacob, Rachel, Alma, and Izzy Worthington. He treasured every moment with his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family. Jay will be remembered for popsicles and snow cones, his love for BYU, his beautiful handwriting, rafting in Jackson Hole, hunting above Grandma's Grove, and boating trips. One of his family's favorite traditions was spotting temples on road trips. Jay proudly served in the Army Reserves for eight years, reflecting his deep love of country. As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served a mission in the Northwestern States from 1970-1971, a foundation of faith that shaped his life. His passion for horses began in his youth and grew as he owned many over the years, including his prized CW Painted Dream, with whom he won the US Nationals. He also served his community for 10 years with the Utah County Sheriff’s Posse. Jay's legacy of adventure, faith, and love will live on in all who knew him. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 12:30 pm at the Washington LDS Chapel located at 807 Capilla Rd, Washington, Utah. Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, November 29 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, before the service. Burial will follow at the Centerville City Cemetery located at 650 east 400 south, Centerville, UT on Tuesday, December 2 at 1:00 p.m. Thank you to Atlas hospice for their kind and tender care of Jay. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Veterans American Legion post in Washington county, Utah, Hope Reins Healing https://www.hopereinshealing.com/, or Purple Heart Foundation https://purpleheartfoundation.org/donate/ Condolences and memories may be shared at www.serenitystg.com. Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/97572050179?pwd=ofLiYeMu5zz4lVSAbHUbarZi0uaPVR.1