Young - Robert Sewell Young, age 85, of Hilliard, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on November 7, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born on November 1, 1939, in Onancock, Virginia to Nell Young.  Robert is a Veteran of the United States Navy and United States Coast Guard. He later served as a Florida Motor Carrier Weight Inspector in Hilliard, Florida. Robert had a rare gift of seeing need and quietly taking care of it. His life was lived in service to others. Robert was strong in his Christian faith and the light of God shined through him. He was married to Gloria Jean Young and together they had three children. Robert later married Reba Young. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who will be dearly missed. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Young; and granddaughter, Meghan N. Knight.

Robert is survived by his son, Phillip W. (Sandra) Young of La Union, NM; daughters, Gail R. (Glenn) Godwin of Hilliard, FL, Pamela N. Young of St. Johns, FL; grandchildren, Jason R. Garland of Jacksonville, FL, Elisandra Garcia of Portland, OR, Jacob G. Godwin of Hilliard, FL, Jeffrey R. Grantham and Joshua E. Grantham of St John's, FL, Diego R. Young of La Union, NM; wife, Reba Young of Jacksonville, FL; sisters, Ann and Barbara; along with many loving nephews and nieces.

The tribute above was prepared by Robert's loving family.

A Graveside Service for Robert will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Live Oak Cemetery with Pastor Josh Leinbach officiating. The arrangements are under the care and direction of Nassau Funeral Home, 541720 US-1, Callahan, Florida, 32011, 904-879-1770. Visit www.nassaufh.com to sign the family's guest book.