Anthony (Tony) Ray Young, 71, resident of Eldorado, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026 surrounded by loved ones at his residence. He was born in Madisonville, Kentucky on November 22, 1954 to the late James and Ramona (Bedwell) young. Tony was a coal miner and EMT and was a big believer in charity and helping people in need. He dearly loved his family and enjoyed every minute he spent with them. He loved his five kitty cats and laughed at them everyday. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and playing washers. He was a diehard Kentucky Wildcats fan. Tony is survived by his wife, Ella M (Bryant) Young of Eldorado, sister, Lori Gamblin of Kentucky, brother, Greg Young of Indiana, children; Brandy (Jones) Rector of Galatia, Alan Young of Oklahoma, Ben and Tobie (Gross) Young of McLeansboro, Amanda Young of Kentucky, Sara (Jones) and Cameron Mitchell of Oregon, Josuah Young of Marion, grandchildren; Damon Jackson of Galatia, Blaze Lutwinski of Oregon, Josie Ruth Young of Alabama, Nicole (Rector) and Robert Gangard of Eldorado, Jarae and Holly (Harris) Young of Missouri, Parker Pre’Genzer currently serving in the U.S. Army, Benjamin Young of Alabama, Jace Young of Missouri, Ronan Troy Mitchell of Oregon, Joleigh Young of Missouri, Dawson Young of McLeansboro, Dalton Young of Coulterville, and expecting a great grandchild; Preston James Young. In addition to his parents, Tony was preceded in death by two brothers; Ronald Whitfield, Timothy Young; his grandchildren; Molly K. Young and Evan R. Young. A celebration of life will be held for Tony on Saturday July 18, 2026 at “Vine Street Venues” historic Post Office on Main Street in Harrisburg at 2pm. Dress in casual & in honor of Tony, Kentucky Wildcats attire is welcome! The family also invites you to bring your favorite photos or share your favorite memories of Tony. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, a special donation box will be available. Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.colonialterracefuneralhome.com