Harvey Ray Young

Harvey Ray Young, affectionately known as Harvey Ray and "Cowboy", had succumbed to a heart attack at CHI hospital in Lufkin and fell asleep in death on October 28th, 2023, surrounded by friends and family.

Harvey is survived by his loving wife Alicia Ann and sons Cody Roy Young and wife Sarah Ann along with their two children Raylee Faye and Roy Allen and son Patrick Aaron Young and wife Hanna Ellen. Harvey is also survived by his parents John Harvey Young and his wife Sue, and mother Nelda Faye Young; his brother John Marcus Young and his wife Jennifer, nieces Ashlee'Danielle (Quentin) their children Allison Grace (Clay) and their daughter Emmalaine, and nephew Cole Marcus; sister-in-law Veronica Lee Sloan; parents-in-law Doug and Doris Sloan and mother-in-law Siony Sloan (Shoney); brother-in-law Patrick Douglas Sloan. Also many cousins and other family members. He also had very many best friends who were like brothers to him. Harvey was preceded in death by his granddaddy Barney and grandma Eunice West, and grandparents Roy and Josephine Young.

Harvey was born in Lufkin, Texas on August 18th, 1962. Harvey grew up with a strong sense of work ethics and admired taking care of his family. Through his teenage years he earned the nickname "Cowboy" and graduated from Lufkin High School in 1980. He loved taking care of his Mama's and helping friends whenever he could. He is known for saying, "You need anything, holler." Harvey's brother describes him as "a brother that anyone would have been proud of."

Harvey met Alicia Ann in the fall of 1989 and by May 1990 they were married. They welcomed their first child Cody Roy and 12 years later their second son Patrick Aaron. Harvey was so proud of his boys. He loved spending time with them outdoors be it fishing, hunting, or the various projects he had. Harvey instilled in his boys the importance of taking care of family and friends. The boys say he was the best Dad you could ask for and is even teaching them life lessons to this day.

He loved so many animals including dogs, horses, wildlife, and especially his game chickens. His Momma recalls how evident his love for animals was even at the young age of 3. He always seemed to be at peace in the woods or on the water.

More joy came into Harvey's life when his grand babies Raylee Faye and Roy Allen were born. He shared his passion for the outdoors with them as well and took pride in being their beloved "Poppy".

Harvey was a hard worker who enjoyed working at Oliver Plumbing Inc. for a combined 18 years. When Harvey wasn't working, he cherished spending time with friends and family at fish fry's and BBQ's. He is known as a loyal, faithful, and forgiving man. His faith was evident to all those he talked to. As Harvey learned more about the bible, he started attending the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses faithfully. He treasured what he was learning and wanted to share it with everyone he could. (Acts 20:35)

Harvey's Memorial Services will be held November 11, 2023 @ 3pm:

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

2212 E. Lufkin Ave, Lufkin, TX 75901

There will also be a live streamed video conference of the memorial services on the "Zoom" platform

LINKS

All Families Mortuary & Cremation Service

https://www.allfamiliesmortuary.com

The Lufkin News

http://www.lufkindailynews.com