James Wells Young, Iii
November 21, 1954 — March 21, 2015
James Wells Young, III, passed from this life on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at the age of 60.
Graveside services will be held 10:00 A.M., Thursday, March 26, 2015 at Sweetwater Cemetery with Pastor Brian Brownlow officiating. Burial will follow. Arrangements are under the direction of Cate-Spencer & Trent Funeral Home.
James Wells Young,, III was born on November 21, 1954 in Sweetwater, Texas, to J Wells and Louise Young, Jr..
Wells was a guitarist and keyboardist extraordinaire. He traveled the country in several bands and made friends wherever he went. He was also a rancher, leaving a lasting impact on the Y5 Ranch as the third generation steward of the land.
Wells is survived by his daughter, Ashleigh Young and her husband Brett Oliphant; by his sister, Gay Ann Young; grandsons, Ashton, Noah, and Jacob Stanford; and grandpuppies, Sookie, Lyla, and Oscar. Other survivors include three nieces, Kearsie Wylie, Rebecca Day, and Katie Young; and one nephew, Jason Young. Wells also leaves behind several cousins and countless friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Thomas Flack Young.
Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, March 25, 2015 from 6:00 - 7:30 P.M..