Patrick Curtis Young

Patrick Curtis Young, 16, of Homer, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 12, 2012, at his home.

Born in Cortland, NY on December 16, 1995, Patrick was a son of the late Patrick and LeAnn Burk Young. He was currently a ninth grade Homer High School student where he enjoyed playing football and lacrosse for the Trojans. He also enjoyed downhill skiing and playing video games.

He is survived by his maternal grandparents, James and Shirley Burk of Marathon; a sister, Corina Burk of South Carolina; his guardian Michael (Kimberly Massery) Burk of Homer; aunts and uncles, Jeannine Burk and Larry West of Cincinnatus, Darlene and Mark Harris, Sr. of Marathon, and Tom Burk, Sr. of Cortland. He also leaves behind several cousins, including Mark (Melissa) Harris, Jr. of Homer, Michelle Harris of Endicott, Tom Burk, Jr. of Homer, Shane Burk of Freetown, Jake (Kelly) Burk of Freetown, and Johnathan (Jessica Coleman) Burk of McGraw.

He was predeceased by his parents, Patrick and LeAnn Young.

Funeral services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Marathon on Friday, March 16, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Tom Boice officiating. Burial will be in Marathon Cemetery. The family will be present to receive friends at the church on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.