Paul Earl Young, age 85, of Independence, died September 11, 2011, at his residence. He was a retired Mechanical Engineer for R.A. Jones, enjoyed building radio controlled aircraft, and was a U.S. Navy Veteran. Mr. Young was preceded in death by his son, Gregory Young.

Survivors include his sons, Ronnie P. Young and Wayne D. Young of Independence; daughters, Toni E. Cowherd of Walton and Colleen R. Bearden of Erlanger; sister, Shirley Meyers of Erlanger; seven grandchildren; and ten great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be private for the family. Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home in Independence is serving the family. Memorials can be made to the Parish Kitchen, 141 West Pike Street, Covington, KY 41011-2362.