I was stationed with John at Loring AFB in Maine ( now deactivated). It was the first assignment for both of us. We were roommates and worked the same flight. On our three day breaks we would sometimes make the trip to his home in Southie. I met his brother Bill who had just gotten out of the Army. John came out to California with me to visit my family for a couple of weeks while on leave. I have nothing but good memories of John and we connected on Facebook a few years before his passing. I'm so happy he led a great life and was surrounded by people that cared for and loved him as much as I did. I could tell many stories of our crazy times spent as young men in our late teens and early twenties but I think I'll keep those memories to myself! Doug Cooley, MSgt, USAF Retired

Brenda, please accept my deepest care and condolences to you and your family. Elena Larsen

I want to spread my deepest sympathy to Billy and his family at this time. I didn't know Billy's family but I know Billy young from the Cambridge program. I been at the program for 15 years. Billy is a great guy and I see he comes from a great family. I wanted to say John Joseph Young r.i.p. gone but never will be forgotten. God bless the Young family and friends. Hugs to you all.

I worked for John from January 2005 until his retirement in 2014. He hired me into federal service, mentored me, promoted me, mentored me a lot more, and then put in a good word for me to take his place when he retired. I am so grateful to have known him and thankful for the patient efforts on his part as he prepared me for the career I have today. Just last month I went into a project file that he had worked on in 2010 and used his work as a template for a major project this summer. He was a true public servant and quiet (but impactful) leader. His legacy at DHS will be around for years to come--both thorough the work he did and the people he touched.

I remember John as well from San Vito AS, Italy, in the early 80'', with Security Police. Rest in peace my friend. Robert Trout

With deepest sympathy Brenda, to you and your family - love and remembrance, Cynthia Hoffman.

Dad prepared me for an active life from early on. My first memory is dad trying to teach me to ride a bike, I'm a dumb 4 or 5 year old, and the first time I go without training wheels, I go right into a tree. From introducing me to sports, even coaching me in soccer and baseball, to fishing. He loved fishing with me and my brother. I forget what year it was, but we fished on a boat on dad's birthday on lake Manassas, it was his birthday, but he was so happy to see his son catch the big fish that day. Dad was very instrumental and supportive of everything I did. He is a loving and caring father.

With the Deepest Sympathy, may you get through this time through prayers and the comfort of friends. Love Tim Fleming

We went through and survived a lot. He had the best years of his life with one of the most wonderful women in the world. Physically he ain't here but like our Mom he ain't left. Love you Jack.

Brenda & Family, I worked for John at DHS for several years until his retirement. He was and will always be considered by me and many here at the Department one of the greatest human souls we ever worked for and was associated with. He set the standards and was well respected across the Federal Government. I first heard of his illness a while back and was devastated by the news; however, John was no complainer and even though the doctors only gave him a few years to live, he continued to be upbeat with me on our FB messaging. On behalf of our family, please accept our sincere condolences for your loss - the Earth lost a great human being and he will be sorely missed. May God continue to watch over you and your family during your time of mourning. Respectfully, Michael & Kadriye Ness

I was stationed with John at San Vito Air Station, Italy in the mid 80's. I always thought the world of John and I'm very saddened to hear of his passing. Rest in peace my friend. Charles Pfrimmer