Robert L. Youngs, 87, of Delhi passed away on Friday, May 30, 2014 at O'Connor Hospital in Delhi, NY.

Robert was born on August 10, 1926 the son of the late Perry Youngs. On July 2, 1951 he married the former Barbara Houck in Hancock, New York. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII.

Robert was employed as a Construction Mechanic for Local 545 in Syracuse, New York. He enjoyed playing pool and card games. He loved to travel with Barb and their little companion Cookie. They traveled to every state in the United States, but never made it to Alaska. On their 50th wedding anniversary they went to Hawaii, a trip which was a truly memorable experience. Robert really enjoyed watching NASCAR, especially when his favorite driver Jeff Gordon was leading.

Robert is survived by his loving wife, Barbara, his grandson, Marcus Saylor and Holly Wheeler, of Johnson City, his granddaughters, Mikky Adams, of PA and Merrit and Brian Guinane, of Brackney, PA; his great granddaughters, Emily and Macey Guinane, and his brother, Edwin (Betty) Youngs of Unadilla. Robert's family would like to give a special thanks to Shirley Taylor for being such a wonderful friend throughout the years. He was predeceased by his daughter, Sharon Yvonne Youngs Saylor in 2013.

A graveside service with full military honors will be held at the Gregorytown Cemetery, Downsville on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 11AM with the Rev. Larry Light, officiating.

Memorial Contributions in Robert's memory may be made to Catskill Area Hopice, 1 Birchwood Drive, Oneonta, New York 13820.