May "Irene" Young

Wichita - Young, May Irene

82, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2020. She was born May 1, 1937 to Leonard and Georgie McKenzie in Gravette, Arkansas.

Irene loved to sew. She created many cherished clothing items for her children. Often in her spare time she enjoyed doing paint by number.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Cheryl and Jeanette Young; and sister, Imogene Dykman.

Irene is survived by her husband of 63 years, Leon Young; son, Rodney Young; daughter, Teresa Young; grandchildren, Michael, Annette, and Shane; great-grandchildren, Garrett, Deanna, and Katlynn; brother, Don McKenzie; sisters, Suzie Burd and Kathy Young; brothers-in-law, Harvey, Kenny and Harrison Young; sister-in-law, Gertrude Vandenburg.

Private family graveside service will take place at Clearwater Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 1820 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67214.