Kingsely Lincoln "K.L." Young

Kingsley Lincoln ""K.L."" Young entered into his eternal reward on March 19, 2015, after a lifetime of service to others. To some he was known as ""Curly""; family called him ""King"".
He was born November 17, 1922, in Muren, Indiana, to Arnold and Elma Young. He was preceded in death by LaVerne, his wife of 40 years and his son-in-law, Carl Ross Langston.
He is survived by two daughters, Dianne Hurlbert (husband Rudy) and Joanne Young; two brothers from a family of 11 siblings, Glenn Macarthur Young and Arnold Young, Jr.; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was of the Baptist faith.
Conscientious commitment characterized his efforts in life.
A coal-miner's son, he learned early the value of thrift, as a boy always looking to earn some spare change. With his father he would share the twin passions of sports and politics. Both would remain life-long interests.
During WWII, his Army Air Corps supply squadron served in the Mediterranean theatre from Oran, North Africa to Naples, Italy. He visited Rome and received an audience with the Pope. Hitching a ride once on a C-47, he observed the ruins of Monte Cassino shortly after the bombing. He photographed the body of Mussolini and sent the photo home.
He settled in Gulfport in 1951. After the war, good cars were hard to find. He owned a Crosley briefly and claimed, ""When it was running it shook so badly, you couldn't tell what color it was"".
As a member of the local Flying Fisherman Club, he piloted a seaplane on frequent Chandeleur Island fishing trips.
His time in the 1960's as a manager of the Great Southern Golf Club saw him play with Mickey Wright, Johnny Vaught, and to also photograph Dizzy Dean.
A natural photographer, he observed, ""People only like photos they are in"".
Born with a wry sense of humor and a honed dead-pan delivery he was always welcome in a foursome. His loyal and generous nature earned him many friendships. One long-time friend recalled she became aware of a ruckus during one shift at the Friendship House only to discover K.L. was awarding all the waitresses one silver dollar each.
Personal pursuits were not limited to sports and politics. Perfume-making, gardening, checkers, and ballroom dancing helped satisfy the creative urge. Any interest that deserved his time was approached with careful thought and precision. He set a good example with his personal fitness, taking pride in his longevity. He respected others' privacy and expected the same.
He attended many squadron reunions, treasuring the war-time friendships of the now recognized Greatest Generation.
He enjoyed his career as a real estate broker, where his gregarious nature, communication skills, and discretion served his customers well.
His favorite president was Abraham Lincoln.
He spent many afternoons enjoying the view of the Gulf from his front porch, joined by his favorite black bob-tail cat, Dora.
He lived his life the same way he played golf, strictly by the rules.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Gulfport, where friends may visit one hour prior. Burial will follow at the Biloxi National Cemetery.
RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, MS is serving the family. Please visit www.riemannfamily.com to offer condolences and memories.