Richard Lavell

Young

In Loving Memory of Richard Lavell Young
December 26, 1961 – November 2, 2025

DAYTON, TEXAS — Richard Lavell Young, 63, of Dayton, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025. He was born on December 26, 1961, in Dayton, Texas, to parents Joe Eddis Young and Dorothy Jean Prater Young.

Services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church 803 S Colbert St, Dayton, TX 77535. Visitation will begin at 11AM until Funeral at 12Noon. Interment will be in Acie Cemetery Dayton, TX.

From the very beginning, Richard had a big heart and an even bigger personality. He loved his parents deeply and carried their lessons with him throughout his life. Growing up, he excelled in football, basketball, and track and field, always giving his best and lifting up those around him. That same drive and spirit stayed with him in everything he did.

If you ever met Richard, you didn't forget him. He had a gift for making people laugh and feel truly seen. What started as a quick hello could turn into an hour-long story, and by the end of it, you'd be smiling whether you wanted to or not. His laugh was unmistakable: loud, contagious, and full of life. It was the kind of laugh that made you feel like everything was going to be alright.

"Big Richard" as he was affectionately known, built his life in the same hometown that raised him, surrounded by family, friends, and the community he loved. He and his wife, Annette Young, shared 41 years of marriage filled with laughter, family, and unwavering love. Their faith in God was the foundation of their home. Together, they raised their children, Richard Jr. and Richayla, and created a home that overflowed with warmth, humor, and countless cherished memories.

Richard was the owner of All Season Pest & Lawn Services; a business he built with the same dedication and heart he brought to everything in life. He was known for his easygoing nature and his ability to brighten anyone's day. He never moved on anyone's schedule but his own, often showing up when you least expected him, with a head full of ideas, a pocketful of stories, and that laugh that filled the room. There was never a dull moment when Big Richard stopped by.

He was a true Pitmaster, and his barbecue brought people together like nothing else could. Every rib, every brisket, every gathering around his pit was a reflection of the love he poured into everything he did. People didn't just come for the food. They came for him.

Richard was also a dreamer and an entrepreneur, never afraid to try something new or chase an idea that spoke to him. Alongside his younger brother, the late Chris Young, he co-founded Circle Y, a group for local teens they mentored through the Dayton 4-H program. Through Circle Y, they guided kids in showing animals and taught them lessons that went far beyond the barn: patience, perseverance, and taking pride in their work.

You could almost always find Richard outside, tending to his animals, visiting with whoever stopped by, or simply enjoying the day. He had a way of making ordinary moments feel special, and he never met a stranger he couldn't turn into a friend.

He will be remembered for his big heart, his unforgettable laugh, his legendary barbecue, and the way he made everyone around him feel like family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Eddis Young and Dorothy Jean Prater Young, and by his brothers Lonnell Young, Rickey Young, and Chris Young.

Richard is survived by his loving wife, Annette Young of Dayton; his children, Richard L. Young Jr. and wife Lauren Young, and Richayla Young; grandchildren, EJ and Landon; siblings, Lynda Young, Larry Young, Charlotte & Efrem Butler, Consuela & Mark Mitchell, Travis & Atina Young, and Shelitria & Matthew Thompson; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Though he will be deeply missed, Richard's laughter, love, and legacy will live on through his family, his friends, and the many lives he touched. He is now in the arms of his Savior, reunited with loved ones who went before him.

Rest easy, Big Richard. The pit's yours now.

Proctor's Mortuary - Liberty is in charge of final arrangements 2221 Hwy 90 Liberty, TX. 936-336-3166. The guest book can be signed; words of comfort and condolences for the family can be left at www.proctorsmortuary.com