Brian B. Young

December 16, 1942 - June 20, 2020

Brian Brett Young, 77, of Mason City, passed away on June 20th, 2020, at his home. He was born on December 16, 1942, in Davenport, Iowa, to William and Guyneth Young. On May 29, 1965, in Mason City, he married Janet McLaughlin. He is survive by his wife of 55 years, Janet, 2 children: Brett (Robin Walters) Young, Cassie (Matt Moore) Young, 8 grandchildren and one great-grandson, 3 brothers-in-law and their wives, who he treated as biological siblings, and many family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and in 1992, his daughter, Laura Sue. Brian graduated from Harlem High School in Rockford in 1960, and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Eureka College in 1964 and then his master’s degree from Milliken University. He was the Guidance Counselor at Mason City High School for many years. He enjoyed his grandchildren, Illini sports, walking, working in the yard, golfing and the Cubs. Graveside services will be held at Mason City Cemetery at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the services at Hurley Funeral Home in Mason City. Rev. Mike Nichols will officiate. Memorial contribution may be made to Mason City Christian Church - 2020 Building Fund. Hurley Funeral Home in Mason City is in charge of arrangements.