Chantell (Morgan) Young

With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Ona Chantell Young, who entered eternal rest on December 28, 2024, in Salem, Missouri, at the age of fifty-six. Born in Toledo, Ohio, to Hubert and Alice Morgan, Chantell was the second of four children. She was raised in Grass Valley, California, where she graduated from Nevada Union High School in 1987. Chantell's life was one of love, selflessness, and battle. She met the love of her life, John Young, in Auburn, California, and the two were married on February 2, 1992, in Reno, Nevada. Their story spanned nearly thirty-three beautiful years, during which they raised four children - Erica, Andrea, Trevor, and Sara - and built a life full of cherished memories. Chantell’s heart was as big as her spirit. She spent much of her life caring for others, working tirelessly as a caregiver for disabled citizens and in hospice care. She often brought her children with her to visit the elderly, teaching them the importance of compassion and kindness. Her legacy of love and care is woven into the lives she touched, and her example of selflessness and devotion will continue to inspire all who knew her. Chantell faced many battles throughout her life. One of the hardest was becoming paralyzed from a car accident in September of 2016. She defied the odds and survived when many others wouldn’t. She always had a positive outlook on life. Instead of becoming morose for what she lost, she was happy to still be here with her family and friends. She always had a smile on her face and fought to overcome every battle she faced. When diagnosed with stage four colon cancer, her first response was that she was going to fight. She fought for eleven hard months and didn’t complain for one moment. She loved life and wanted to enjoy every moment of it. To her family, Chantell was the piece that held them together. She was known for her vibrant energy, her infectious smile, and her tenacious attitude. She was a woman who loved deeply and lived fully—whether she was quilting, sewing, or simply spending time with her family. Family gatherings, playing card games, and reality tv were her greatest joy. Chantell was affectionately known as "Aunt Chany" to her nieces and nephews, and to all who knew her, she was a role model - gentle yet strong, joyful yet steadfast in her beliefs. Her faith in the Lord was a guiding light in her life. Chantell found peace and strength in her relationship with God. She held her family close to her heart, she always knew how to make everyone feel loved and cared for. Chantell’s strength was nothing short of extraordinary. Even in her final days, she continued to display a positive, fighting spirit, and her love for her family never wavered. She was a true inspiration, and her memory will live on in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Those left behind to cherish her memory include her loving husband: John Young of Salem, MO; daughter Erica Sheppard and husband Josh of Salem, MO, daughter Andrea Gapsch of Salem, MO, son Trevor Young and wife Vallory of Sullivan, MO, and daughter Sara Young and significant other Joe Barnes of Overland Park, KS; mother Alice Morgan of Rolla, MO; sister Patti Norris and wife Patsy, brother Edward Morgan and wife Susan, and sister Dena Dennis and husband George; grandchildren: Braiden, Preston, Emmalee, Chloe, Lexi, Beckham, Tanner, Violet, and baby Remi on the way; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and dear friends. Preceding her in death were her father: Hubert Edward Morgan; mother-in-law: Sandra Young; and grandparents: Rev. Ernest and Alice Norris. Chantell’s presence in our lives was a gift, and though we will miss her beyond measure, we are comforted knowing that her love, kindness, and strength will live on in us. She was a hero to her family, and she will be missed and cherished forever. Funeral Services for Ona Chantell Young were held Tuesday, January 7, 2025, in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel with Pastor Lyndell Decker and Chaplain Nick Lewis officiating. Special Memories were also shared by family and friends. Song selections played were “I Can Only Imagine”, Graves Into Gardens”, “I Speak Jesus”, “In Jesus Name”, and “My Sweet Lady”. Serving as Pallbearers were Edward Morgan, George Dennis, Josh Sheppard, Joe Barnes, Andrew Walters, and Preston McMurry. Honorary Pallbearers were Joshua Richard and Trevor Young. Burial was in the Miner Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri. Memorial Contributions may be made in memory Chantell Young to Wilson Mortuary to help with final expenses. Memorial Envelopes will be available. Condolences may be left online at www.wilsonmortuary.com

Chantell (Morgan) Young

November 14, 1968 - December 28, 2024