Alvin Oren Young Jr

Alvin Oren Young Jr., 82, of Louisiana, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on February 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and devoted service. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at the First Baptist Church in Louisiana, MO. The Rev. Gary Robnett officiating. Burial will be at the Fairview Cemetery near Louisiana, MO. Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 24th at the church. Born on July 13, 1943, in Columbia, Kentucky, Alvin lived a life firmly rooted in his faith in Jesus Christ. A skilled carpenter by trade and a minister by calling, he spent decades building not only homes and structures, but also strong churches and lasting relationships within the communities he served. Alvin faithfully pastored Kidder Baptist Church, Yellow Creek Baptist Church, Grassy Creek Baptist Church, Southside Baptist Church, and Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He also served as moderator and worked with the ASSISTeam for the Salt River Baptist Association, and was a member of the Louisiana Divisional Mission Board. His steady leadership, servant’s heart, and unwavering commitment to the Gospel left a lasting impact on countless lives. An avid outdoorsman, Alvin loved hunting and fishing and found peace spending time in God’s creation. He also enjoyed riding his motorcycle with the “Road Riders for Jesus” motorcycle group. Alvin and his beloved wife, Linda, shared many beautiful trips together on their trike, creating cherished memories over their 61 years of marriage. He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Linda Bozarth Young; his daughter, Melissa Young Wittman (Brandon); and his son, Randall Young (Tara). He was a proud grandfather to Justin Sterne, Hillari Sterne, Haley Wittman, Amelia Young, Addison Young, and Blaize Young. He was also blessed with four great-grandchildren, Lola and Ashley Sterne, and Ahlana and Brylie Wilson. Alvin’s favorite Bible passage was John 14:1–6, a Scripture that reflects the faith he lived by: “Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. And where I go you know, and the way you know. Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we do not know where you are going, and how can we know the way? Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” His family takes comfort in this promise and in the assurance that he is now home with the Lord he faithfully served. Alvin’s life was marked by unwavering faith, deep love for his family, and quiet strength. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered. Memorials may be made to the Pike County Home Health & Hospice.

Alvin Oren Young Jr

July 13, 1943 - February 19, 2026