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Maurine Young

d. October 19, 2017

Maurine Young, age 86, of Ozark, passed away in her daughter's home Thursday, October 19, 2017. She was born October 7, 1931 in the Selmore Community, the daughter of Allen Abraham and Evelyn (Phillips) Lawing. She first attended Selmore Christian Church where her grandparents were founders, at the age of two weeks. On December 24, 1948 she and Wilbur Dean Young were married. Maurine cared for children in her home for many years. She was also a wonderful baker and cook, serving many pans of homemade rolls, cookies and fried chicken to her family and friends. She enjoyed working in her yard, knitting, crocheting and embroidery work. Survivors include: Her two children, Leandra Costello and husband Joe of Springfield, and Wesley Young, of Shawnee, Oklahoma; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Her husband Wilbur preceded her in death in 2016. A daughter-in-law, Carol Young, a brother, Orville Lawing, and her parents also preceded her in death. A graveside memorial service will be 3:00 PM Sunday, October 22, in Selmore Cemetery, south of Ozark, with Pastor Bud Kelley officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.
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