Dolores Ann (Menard) Young

Dolores Ann Young, age 86, formerly of the Irish Hills,  surrounded with family passed away Monday, April 3, 2017 in St. Clair, Michigan. Dolores was born on July 15, 1930 in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan  to Genevieve and Joseph Menard, as a member of The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.. Dolores graduated in Sault Ste. Marie from Loretto Catholic Central High School in 1948. She was married to David Claude Young September 3, 1949 in Sault Ste. Marie.  He preceded her in death on November 6, 1990.  She and her husband David owned numerous businesses throughout the Detroit area including the Meade General Store where they raised 5 of their 7 children.  In 1970, they relocated to Irish Hills where for many years they owned and operated the Irish Hills Trading Post / 800 Guns Sporting Goods Store and were active members of the Irish Hills Chamber of Commerce.  They enjoyed antiques, collectible guns, knives, and RV trips.  They traveled extensively throughout the United States in their RV and especially enjoyed the fall colors in New Hampshire and Vermont area. Dolores and David have 7 children. David (Carol) Young of Luzerne, MI. Larry Young of San Diego, CA. Nancy Bunt (Joseph Linden) of Sitka, Alaska.  Terri (Robert) Reinhold of Macomb Twp., MI. Thomas (Denise) Young of Tecumseh, MI. Lori (David) Horton of Adrian, MI. Julie (Michael) Gordon of Ft. Worth, TX.  Dolores and David have 18 Grandchildren and 21 Great-Grandchildren. Dolores was an amazing Mother and Grandmother who selfishly gave of herself.  She had an unwavering  devotion to her religious beliefs.  The light she brought to those around her will forever be missed.  May the Angels rejoice in her presence. Funeral services will be 10:30 A. M. Friday, April 7. 2017 at the St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church, Irish Hills with Fr. Bob Pienta officiating.  Visitation will be 4:00 - 7:00 P. M. Thursday, April 6, 2017 at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh and one hour preceding the service at the St. Joseph Shrine Church on Friday.