Larry D. Youngkin, 71, of Kresgeville, passed away Friday, September 20 in Pleasant Valley Manor, Stroudsburg.
He was the loving companion of Janet (Golembeski) Moser for seven years.
Born in Palmerton, he was the son of the late Samuel Youngkin and the late LaRue (Serfass) Youngkin.
Larry began his career as a mechanic at Champion Diesel. He then started truck driving for Cramer's in Kresgeville, and later worked for Car Quest in Brodheadsville. He was also a carpenter by trade. He loved driving, and also enjoyed working on model cars and trucks. He was an old western show fanatic and enjoyed watching Gun Smoke and listening to Cousin Brucie. He was a member of the Indian Mountain Rod & Gun Club in Kresgeville. He will be deeply missed by all of his friends and family.
In addition to his companion, he is survived by a brother, Doug Youngkin of Kresgeville; an aunt, Doris Haardt of Elizabethtown, PA; and several cousins, Barbara, Carol, Diane, Sharon, Debbie, Michelle, and Patricia. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a cousin, Carl.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 28 at 11:00 AM from the Jerusalem Lutheran Cemetery in Trachsville, with Rev. Brian Holben officiating. Cremation will take place in H.G. Smith Crematory, Stroudsburg.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.
Kresge Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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