Darren LaDon Young
Age 43 of Lansing passed away February 14, 2026. He was born August 27, 1982, in St. Joseph, MI.
In his free time Darren was passionate about music, gaming and anime.
Darren is survived by his mother Shelly Lee Young, sisters: Stephanie (Alfred) Williams, Tammy Young, Dephanie Young and LaTrinna Young; brothers: Billy Earl Young, and Donta Lamar Davis; 5 aunts, 4 uncles, 12 nieces and nephews, 4 great nieces and nephews, and other extended family as well as 4 friends DeAnthony, Lynn, Jerry and Thomas Jr.
He was preceded in death by his father Billy Earl Davis, a sister Tennille Young and a brother-in-law Eldorado C. Brown.
The funeral for Darren will be at 12:00 p.m., Friday, February 27, 2026, at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Visitation will be for one hour prior to the funeral on Friday at the funeral Home.
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DC93
February 20, 2026 at 9:56 pmI never had the chance to know Darren personally but every morning he alway offered a smile! He had the brightness of a man 2x as big as he was and I can only imagine the light he brought to all those who knew him. He will be missed.
Mike landon
February 23, 2026 at 9:25 amYou was a real nice guy,u will b missed with your kindness
Jason
February 21, 2026 at 8:08 amGah Big Baby man so so so many memories in the freezer seeing how many lunchables or hot pockets we could get down cause we had to work 16 hour days.
I’m gunna miss seeing your Facebook videos man. Fly high brother till Valhalla
Lindsey Brinkley
February 21, 2026 at 1:47 pmThis sadness me to hear such a great soul is gone man! I can still hear his laugh. You definitely will be missed D! MVP for life. Love, twin Lindsey
Annie
February 25, 2026 at 5:13 pmI am so sorry to hear of Darren’s passing. I was his mail lady for years at Waverly park. I used to joke with him that all the books he would get was my work out for the day. I hadn’t seen him in a while and his mailbox was getting full, so I researched his name. He was always smiling and a great guy! My condolences to the family.
DeAnthony Jones
February 26, 2026 at 7:01 amDear Best friend, my brother you will truly be missed. As the tears fill my eyes all I can see is your smiling face. Remembering your words, as they hit me like a ton of bricks, Your jokes were ultimately hilarious, so hard we couldn’t stop laughing. All the basketball games we played (in the snow) . We love you brother, fly high!
Tyron Smith
February 26, 2026 at 3:42 pmHi Darren, I am really sad to hear you are no longer with us. Your laughter was the kind that creates or makes others laugh even when you are not around. I love how when you became inspired by something, you actually tried to do it. Even if that meant failing, you still had the courage to try. You had the biggest heart and was not afraid to say what was on your mind. I appreciate being able to have known you as long as I did. The Smith-Brinkley Family loves you. Tell my mother I said hello!!!
Leona Payno
February 27, 2026 at 12:06 pmI’m sending my deepest condolences and prayers to the Young family! My heart aches for your loss and deeply saddened! Darren was always kind and his jolly laugh was unique! I love you guys and I ask that God will comfort everyone during this difficult time! Rest well Darren, you will be missed!!!