Ronald Lloyd Young, 78

HOUSTON, TEXAS –  Ronald Lloyd Young died on May 7, surrounded by family and loved ones. He is survived by his wife Margrit Young; his children, Sarah Sampson and her husband, Phillip, Daniel Young, Eric Young, Victor Young and his wife, Dalton; his sisters Natalie Feldman and her husband, Martin, and Susan Young; and his grandchildren Isaak Young, Charles Sampson, William Sampson, Anna Sampson, Philip Young and Elliot Young. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Walter Zellweger and his wife, Marta, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Born on Feb. 22, 1939, in Providence to Milton and Doris Young, he was the oldest of three children. He graduated from Classical High School in Providence and received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and his M.D. and Ph.D. from the University of Basel (Switzerland) Faculty of Medicine. At Cornell, Ron was a member of the football team and excelled at the hammer throw. While studying in Switzerland, Ron met Margrit, his wife of 49 years. In 1969, Ron and Margrit moved to Houston, which remained their home until his death.

From 1969 until 2016, Ron devoted his professional career to Baylor College of Medicine. Ron held many positions at Baylor including head of gynecology and infertility. Late in his career, he was especially proud of his role in helping to establish the Baylor Menopause Center. Ron was devoted to his students, residents and, most of all, his many patients whom he served with dedication and patience.

Ron was a renowned storyteller whose knowledge of history was fueled by his love of books. He loved to spend time with family and friends discussing history, politics and world travel. He was an avid sports fan. Above all, he was devoted to his family.  The family would like to thank the medical team at MD Anderson that helped Ron during this last challenging year. 

Donations  can be made to Houston Hospice, 1905 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 77030 or the charity of your choice.