Mary Young

Mary Ellen Young, 85, of Athens, passed away on October 22, 2026, under the compassionate care of Aspirus Care & Rehab in Medford.

Mary was born on December 16, 1940, in Detroit, Mich., to James and Lucille (Hines) Fitzpatrick. On August 16, 1959, she married, Francis “Frank” Young. Together they were blessed with two children, Michael and Carmen.

In 1981, Frank and Mary moved their family from Rosebush, Mich., to Athens to begin dairy farming. After 10 years, they relocated to Stratford to follow their shared passion for horses, where they spent 20 years raising and breeding Quarter Horses. After retirement, they moved back to Athens to be close to their children.

She began her career in banking. After moving to Wisconsin, she worked in various office positions until her retirement at the age of 71. She brought the same care and dedication to her work that she gave to everything in her life.

She had a lifelong love of reading, but nothing brought her more joy than time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She treasured every moment with them and was always happiest when they were near.

Mary’s warmth, strength and love will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Mary will be lovingly remembered by her devoted husband of 67 years, Frank; her children: Michael (Sarah) Young of Athens and Carmen (Jeff) Frahm of Athens; her grandchildren: Mitchell Frahm of Athens, Mathew Frahm of Athens, Joshua (Casondra) Young of Athens, and Brittany (Jordan) Mueller of Loyal; and her great-grandchildren: Kinzie, Reed and Blair Mueller of Loyal and Bria Young of Athens.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, from noon to 5 p.m. at Halsey Town Hall, 240238 Nehrbass Road, Athens. Family and friends are warmly invited to gather, share memories and celebrate her life together.