- 1941, Thursday January 2, The Almonte Gazette, front page
Last Tribute Paid Robert M. Young
Funeral of Former Almonte Man Held Under Masonic Auspices
Under the auspices of Mississippi Lodge, A.F. & A.M., The funeral was held Sunday afternoon of Mr Robert Matthew Young, who died at Glasgow, Montana, on Monday, Dec 23rd, in his 63rd year. Mr Young was born in Almonte, a son of the late Peter Young and his wife, Annie Anderson. After receiving his education, here, in the public and high schools, he left for the Canadian West while in his late teens. After a sojourn in Winnipeg, he found work at Gretna, Man., and from that point emigrated to the United States like so many young Canadians of that day. Mr Young finally located in Glasgow, Montana, where he was destined to spend the remainder of his life engaged in banking business and other pursuits. He is survived by his wife, formerly Emma Wilson of Portland, Oregon, whom he married in 1909 and by one sister and four brothers, namely, Mrs George Etherington (Jessie) of Arnprior; Howard of Ottawa; Peter, William and Herbert of Almonte.
Prominent Mason
Mr Young was a prominent Mason, being a member of the Knights Templar and the Shrine. His funeral on Sunday afternoon from the residence of his brother Herbert, River street, was under auspices of the local Masonic Lodge. Services at the house and Auld Kirk Cemetery were conducted by Rev W.J. Scott of Bethany United Church, followed in each instance by the Masonic ceremony. Members of the Craft acted as pallbearers. Friends from Ottawa, Carleton Place and Arnprior attended the funeral.
Highly Esteemed
The following letter from the superintendent of Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, pay tribute to the late Mr Young, has been received by his Almonte relatives:
? "Almonte "Ontario, Canada
"My dear Mr Young
"This is Christmas Day, but in your home there is sorrow and there is sadness in our hearts too, for the passing of your brother. "As one who has attended hospital board meetings with Mr Young over a period of ten years, may I, on behalf of the Board of Trustees, as well as the nursing staff, extend our sympathy to you. "Our next regular board meeting will be held on Jan 15, 1941, and we will feel overwhelmingly the loss of one who was always fair and always loyal to the organization. "Very sincerely yours, Dora Junette Hovick."
Home Paper's Tribute
The following news item from The Glasgow (Montana) Courier pay a high tribute to Mr Young as a citizen of that city ans tells the story of his varied interest there: -- R.M. Young, 62, Glasgow resident for 38 years and for most of that period cashier of the First National bank, died suddenly Monday afternoon, Dec 23rd, as a result of a heart ailment. Mr Young's body will be taken from the Peterson chapel Wednesday morning for shipment to his birthplace, Almonte, Ont, where burial will be made. A Masonic service was to be held in the chapel at 4.30 Wednesday afternoon. While in poor health for some time Mr Young's condition was not regarded as serious. He complained of feeling ill Monday afternoon and was on his way to a doctor's office when he suffered an attack. He was rushed to the Deaconess hospital, but was dead when hospital attendants came to his assistance.
Born in Ontario
Mr Young was born in Almonte, Aug 26, 1878. As a young man, he emigrated from Gretna, in Canada, Aug 22, 1899. He was employed for several years in Neche, N.D., then came to Glasgow, in September, 1902. He was first bookkeeper for the Lewis-Wedlum company. On Feb 29, 1904, Mr Young began work as cashier of the old Bank of Valley County, which later became the First National bank. He continued as cashier until January, 1937 when he resigned. He has been a United States citizen since 1908. Besides his work as cashier, Mr Young had engaged in farm operations and owned land both in the Glasgow and Hinsdale vicinities.
Served Community
For many years he was active in Masonry and also served in many other community affairs. He was a member of the Red Cross board during the World War, and engaged in promoting many young people's activities, served for years a treasurer of many Glasgow organizations and at the time of his death was chairman of the board of trustees of the Deaconess hospital. He was a member of the local Masonic lodge of Glasgow Commandery of Knight Templar and Algeria Shrine temple.
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