James Youngblood's obituary , Passed away on March 21, 2025 in Alpena, Michigan

James Youngblood

May 19, 1939 - March 21, 2025 (85 years old)

Alpena, Michigan

James Youngblood's obituary , Passed away on March 21, 2025 in Alpena, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McWilliams Funeral Home, Inc.

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James Youngblood

May 19, 1939 - March 21, 2025 (85 years old)

Alpena, Michigan

James Youngblood Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Youngblood (Alpena, Michigan), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 21, 2025 at the age of 85. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph A. Youngblood and Teresa Youngblood; his siblings, Joseph W Youngblood (Trudy) and Marcie Rathsberg (Jack); and his daughter Denise Youngblood Lynn Marie.

He is survived by: his wife Joan Carol Polkinghorne; his children, Diane T Donlon (Kevin) of Englewood Fl, Michael Youngblood (Cheryl) of Bloomington, MN., Mark Youngblood (Julie) of Livonia, MI. and John Youngblood; and also Mary Ellen Youngblood Adrian of Michigan. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 1 great- great grandchild.

The family has chosen to send donations to Friends TogetherDonate Now (https://www.friendstogethermi.org) Donate to Charity Keep James's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McWilliams Funeral Home, Inc.



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Apr 04

Visitation

McWilliams Funeral Home
504 W Washington Ave, Alpena, MI 49707

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Apr 04

Prayer

McWilliams Funeral Home
504 W Washington Ave, Alpena, MI 49707

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Apr 05

Visitation

St. Catherine Catholic Church
2188 W Nicholson Hill Rd, Ossineke, MI 49766

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Apr 05

Funeral service

St. Catherine Catholic Church
2188 W Nicholson Hill Rd, Ossineke, MI 49766

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Apr 05

Military honors

St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church
2188 W Nicholson Hill Rd, Ossineke, MI 49766

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Apr 05

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U.S. Army and VFW Post #2496

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