Mary Frances “Kitty” Young

Mary Frances “Kitty” Young, 92, of Morganton, NC passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 27, 2026.

Born in Burke County, NC on October 21, 1933, she is the daughter of the late Charles Peyton Crawley and Wilhelmina Powell Crawley.

She was educated in the Burke County Schools and graduated from Woman's College of the University of North Carolina (now UNC-G). Mary Frances was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, where she served in many capacities and was honored with the Presbyterian's Women's Life Membership. She taught in the Burke County Public Schools for over 30 years. Mary Frances enjoyed line dancing, playing bridge and spending time with family. One of her favorite things to do was write rhymes for friends and family on special occasions.

The family found the following words which Mary Frances had obviously written recently: My life is now complete. Don't mourn my life, rejoice and enjoy the fun memories. I'm a lucky woman who has lived a wonderful life. I was born into a loving family, and I grew up with a big sister to show me "the way". I married Clyde and we were blessed with two great sons, four greater grandchildren and the greatest great grandchildren. That alone is enough for anyone. God has had many blessings in store for me during my life. He has kept me on my "home turf" where I have taught many children and have met many people that I am privileged to call friends.

Mrs. Young is survived by her sons, Robin Young (Ginny) and Charles Young (Jean); grandchildren, Callie Young, Sarah Frances Young Newton (AJ), Clay Young (Hallie), and Bowen Young (Ramsey); great grandchildren, Wylde Ladd, Deacon Newton, Annie Newton, Price Newton, and Wells Young; nephew, Mark Brittain; nieces, Cindi Brittain and Jennifer “Missy” Breland; brother-in-law, Mike Young (Libby); cousin, Mary Jane Edwards; and cherished friend and college roommate, Delaina Buehler.

In addition to her parents, Mary Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Young, Jr.; sister, Anne Gamble; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Kermit and Peggy Brittain.

A celebration of Mary Frances’ life will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, May 1, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Beth Ann Miller officiating. The family will greet friends in the fellowship hall following the service.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to the Clyde N. Young, Jr, Endowed Scholarship with the Community Foundation of Burke County.

Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.