Bobby James Young, 58, died Dec. 13, 2018, at Adventist Health in St. Helena, Calif. Following a sudden diagnosis of lung cancer, he remained courageous and hopeful but could not survive after his second chemo treatment, and passed with his life-time partner, Gloria Fong, remaining by his side during his final hours.

Born in Plattsburg, New York, he lived in New York and Delaware during his father’s military service, moved to Fairfield, Calif., after his father’s retirement from service, and lived in Clearlake Oaks, Calif., the past eight years.

He spent the last two years working as a millwright in Florida and Nevada. He worked as a rigger and iron worker in Pennsylvania, North Dakota, Illinois, Louisiana and Minnesota.

He enjoyed cooking, especially preparing meals with Gloria. He was a loyal, caring and devoted companion, son, brother and friend.

Bobby is also survived by his parents, James and Barbara Young of Clearlake Oaks; brother, Jeff of Clearlake Oaks; and sister, Kimberlyn of Fairfield. He was preceded in death by his brother, Barry of Vacaville.

A celebration of Bobby’s life will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Saturday, Jan. 12, at 1 p.m.

Donations in Bobby’s memory can be made to Martin-O’Neil Cancer Center, 10 Woodland Road, St. Helena, CA 94574.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.