News Item: Nolan Brian Young 1951-1995
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Nolan Brian Young, 43, beloved and devoted husband, father, brother and friend, died instantly from injuries sustained in an automobile accident July 7, 1995.
Brian was born August 29, 1951 in Idaho Falls, the eldest son of Nolan and Lois Young. He grew up in Idaho Falls, graduating from Skyline High School in 1969. He then served a two year LDS mission in the California Spanish Mission*. He married Apaula Sulimoni Molifua (Suli)** in 1973 in the Los Angeles LDS Temple. They have eight beautiful children.He joined the Army in 1972 and served 21 years before retiring as a Major. During his distinguished military career, he was awarded numerous citations and medals including the Meritorious Service Medal, the Army's highest peace time honor. He served twice as Company Commander in Wurzburg, Germany and Fort Irwin, California. His last assignment was working in the satellite and space technology at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. While in the Army, he earned a bachelor's degree in Russian from BYU and a master's degree in Physics from the University of Maryland. In 1993, he left the military and was employed by the Loral (Unisys) Company in Salt Lake City where he continued to work in space technology.
He was an active member of the LDS Church, and was ordained a High Priest. He served in many positions including the bishopric in two wards, Deacon's Quorum advisor, Young Men's president and Scout leader. He was a reverent man and lived the teachings of Jesus Christ with a strong testimony.
Brian loved music and shared his gift of song with his family. He spent many hours with his guitar singing with his family and friends. He was an intelligent, gentle, compassionate man, always ready to embrace a friend and lend a helping hand. Ever optimistic, Brian could always find a silver lining in any situation.
Brian loved adventure. He traveled the world over with his family, making friends everywhere. He had a gift for creating laughter and fun. Among his many talents, he was fluent in several foreign languages including Spanish, Russian and German.
First and foremost in his life was his family. His wife and children were his focus. His unconditional love, wisdom and leadership have given his children a lifelong gift of virtues and values that will endure for generations to come.
Brian is survived by his wife, Suli; his children, Shiloah and Clint Gilmore, Taaga James (T.J.), Maoputasi (Tasi), Lois, Gene, Anya, Jared and Kayla; his mother, Lois, his brothers, Dallan and Jim, his sisters, Deri, Teresa Hancock, Donna, and Susie Fuller, numerous aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Nolan G. Young.
The funeral services will be held Thursday, July 13, 1995 at 11 a.m. at the LDS Hunter Second Ward, 3970 South 5200 West. Friends may call Wednesday, 6-8 p.m., at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Thursday one hour prior to services. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park.
Brian has returned to his Heavenly Father and is now rejoicing in a reunion with those who have preceded him. He will be sorely missed here by all of us who have gained so much from his time on this earth.
*1970-1972
** Also a California missionary
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