James E. Young, Sr.

James (Jim) Edward Young Sr., 83, a lifetime resident of Franklin, passed from this life peacefully at his home on Nov 22nd 2024, after a battle with cancer. Jim loved sports and was a passionate supporter of the Patriots and Celtics. As a baseball fan, his unwavering loyalty since a young boy, belonged to the Tigers, for which he was a die-hard fan through thick and thin. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps after high school and was medically discharged. He then worked as a skilled welder and pipefitter and ended his career as a certified welding inspector. He retired from United Association Local 131 Plumbers and Steamfitters in 2006 after 39 years of service. Jim is a Born-Again Christian, receiving Jesus Christ as his Savior on October 7th, 1985 at the age of 44. He had a deep love for people and understood the importance of sharing the truth of the Gospel. Both he and his wife, Emma, were instrumental in leading their children to the knowledge of God’s grace and salvation through Christ. He loved...