Jerold “Jerry” Owen Young has passed away at the age of 83, after many years serving as head of HWY, a product broker that serves foodservice and convenience industries, such as vending.
Young was named president of HWY, Harold W. Young Inc., in 1975. The company was founded by his father, Harold W. Young, in 1927.
His obituary reads:
For 57 years, Jerry Young was the beloved husband of Abbe Beth (Robinson) Young. Loving father, adored by his children, Elisabeth Ann “Betsy” and David Harris (Needham, MA), Marjorie “Marji” Bearse Young Chimes (Stamford, CT), and Andrew Robinson & Adelaide “Lita” Young (Needham, MA). Devoted grandfather to Jason and Alexander Harris, Daniel and Joseph Chimes, Carina and Nicola “Niki” Young. Fond brother-in-law of the late Gerald & Eve Robinson Popkin. He will be deeply missed by nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Graduated Brown University Class of 1954.
President and Chairman of Harold W. Young, Inc., Food Brokerage for over 60 years spanning three generations. Proud to be the first, second-generation member of the Candy Hall of Fame.
Respected for his knowledge, integrity, innovation and sense of humor.
Committed supporter of Beth Israel Hospital, Brigham & Women's Hospital, Brown University, New England Celiac Organization, Combined Jewish Philanthropies, Dana Farber and the State of Israel.
Loved his business, family, friends, summers on Cape Cod, traveling and boating.
Services at the Levine Chapels, 470 Harvard Street, Brookline, on Friday, May 6 at 11:30am. Interment at Atereth Israel Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA. Following the interment, memorial observance will be at The Clubhouse at the Gables, Dedham Street, Newton, MA through 6:00pm. Memorial observances will continue at the family residence on Sunday and Monday, 6-9:00pm. In celebration of Jerry's love of life, donations may be made to the Jerold Young Fund at Brigham & Woman's Hospital, 116 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02116, or the charity of your choice. Levine Chapels, Brookline 617-277-8300 www.levinechapel.com
