Matthew Scott Young

Our loving father, son and brother, Matthew Scott Young died on Sept 27th, 2015 of natural causes. He was born on Sept 20th, 1969, in Boise ID, the child of Douglas Young and Susan Asumendi Pankey.

He attended elementary and middle schools in Boise, Denver, and Seattle, and Save High School in Anchorage AK. Matthew graduated from diesel mechanics’ school in Seward AK. Following his education, and encouraged by his family, Matt began his career as an elevator constructor, first with Alaska Pacific Elevator in Anchorage and later in Seattle. At the time of his death he was preparing to start a new elevator installation project in Bellevue WA.

Matt was preceded in death by his father Douglas. He is survived by his 2 adoring children Jordan and Emily, his mother Susan and step father Eric, 3 brothers Tony, Tim, and Andy, and 1 sister Agnes, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

We will all remember Matt for his warm smile and infectious laughter, love of life, generosity, and kindness towards people and all creatures. We will hear him singing in the background, see him walking his dog Jack all over Kirkland, and playing word games on his phone. A celebration of his life will be held at Heritage Hall 203 Market St, Kirkland WA 98033, on November 1st from 2-5 PM for friends and family.

In lieu of flowers please donate to an animal shelter of your choice, or a memorial fund has been set up at Wells Fargo  under Jordan Young, acct #9008834518