Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Five years today. When you first were taken, I didn't think I could last 5 minutes let along 5 years. Thank you for providing me the strength to continue on without you and to be a good role model for the girls. We think of you all the time, your smile, your laugh, where's the king's coffee. Every time I hear the neighbors diesel truck pull in late at night, I think of you. Don't ever allow your presence to go away. Kourtney needs you, I need you, and Kelsey needs you (well more me when she's having a melt down). If there is any divine intervention, we need it now. We love you and always will. Always let those stars shine so we can be closer to you.

Kelly Young
Wife

May 8, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. There are no magic words I can give them to help them with their grief except that you are a true hero and heroes never die. You will never be forgotten.

"What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us. What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal." by Albert Pike

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

May 8, 2010

Detective Young - We were well aware of your case and looking for the suspect 1000 miles away in Los Angeles. Recently, I stood in the State Assembly chambers two Fridays ago and heard your name read off during a motion regarding next month's Police Memorial Week. We will wear our mourning bands and pay tribute to you and Colorado's almost 250 other fallen L.E. members.

Thank you for your service to the people of Denver and the state of Colorado. May God grant you eternal rest and may His perpetual light shine upon you.

Chief K. Moreland (Ret. Sgt.)
Palmer Lake, CO PD (Ret. LAPD)

May 1, 2010

Donald was a good friend of many. My family prays every night for his family. R.I.P Donald you will never be forgotten.

Tami Vickery
Friend

April 12, 2010

Donnie:

On Christmas I wish you and your family well, Brother. Wishing you were here to enjoy the Holiday Season. Thank you for your honor and sacrifice to us all. Be well my friend.

Lenny

Leonard LeVine
USDOJ

December 25, 2009

This Christmas will be our 5th Christmas without you. I try and make it special but it will never be the same without you here. Kourtney will forever remember how special you would make Christmas morning. We just spoke about the morning you put Santa's footprints on the carpet in front of the fireplace. She has memories to last her a lifetime. She really misses you. Kelsey, unfortunately, doesn't have those memories. I will do my best to give them to her but I'm no "Donnie Young". You had a way of making everything wonderful. We love you and continue to miss you everyday. Stay close to Kourntey, she needs you.

Kelly Young
spouse

December 25, 2009

Donnie,
I asked myself 4 years ago,did they say donnie young? I was never sure until today!I thought of you alot and would ask friends, whats donnie doing?Some said your on the police department in denver.Even though we didn't keep in touch the past 17 years approx.You would come into my thoughts alot.I met donnie in 1986 I was 19.Donnie you helped me through a time when I needed someone to believe in me and you did.You also help me believe in myself.THANK YOU!Mr.Michigan 1987.I have been married now for 13 years to a wonderful women named Heather and 1 child named luna a golden retreiver.My love goes out to you and Kelly and your childern.Your spirit will live in all of us.Thanks for being a great freind.God bless. Clark

Clark Houts (Michigan)
Friend

October 19, 2009

Well Kourtney's all move into her dorm at CU Boulder. She's doing great. She likes her classes and was even excited to hear a Lt. from Denver PD was coming to speak in one of her classes. You'd be very proud of her. Continue to watch over all of us but especially her. Help her to make good choices. We love you and not one day goes by that we don't think about you.

Kelly Young
Spouse

August 31, 2009

Donnie,
I can't believe 4 years has passed. Our lives keep moving but we never forget the laughter, friendship, and strength you have given to all of us. You are missed so much. We keep you and your family in our prayers always.

Amber W.
Friend

June 6, 2009

This month of May has been an emotional roller coaster. I can't believe it's been 4 years. Some days it feels like forever since I've hear your voice and other times I still think I hear your truck pulling in the driveway. I'm thank for your friends and they way they meet together to celebrate your life. I know it's hard for them but it does bring me comfort to know that they still miss you the way we do. Kelsey and I went to DC, what an honor. I wish more officers would go just for the experience. Kelsey met up with some friend she met at kids camp and had a really meaningful experience. She continues to have your outgoing personally, kids talk to her for a few minutes and they they feel like they've been friends forever. Then there was Kourtney's graduation. I so wish you would have been there. I know you were looking down and keeping the rain away but I wanted you next to me. We should have been sharing together as a family this life step that Kourtney was taking. I was proud of myself, I didn't cry, I realized that I need to show how proud I was of her and all that she has accomplished. I didn't want it to be a sad day, that's not how you would have wanted it. Thanks for helping me get through it. Kourtney was so happy that a few of your friend came. There are always a few key people that never let us down. As I'm saying that, I think I've realize that those key people are our friends too. We love you and we miss you every single day. Continue to be with us, there will never be a day that we don't need you and your guiding spirit. I'll love you forever.

Kelly
spouse

May 26, 2009

Donnie:

It has been 4 years since you were violently taken from us all. You are not forgotten, and your death was not in vain. You remain our hero forever. Godspeed to you and your family, brother.

Lenny

Leonard LeVine
USDOJ - Friend

May 10, 2009

Well today is yet another anniversary and a harsh reminder of how many lives were changed on that fatal day. I know that you are thought of everyday for one reason or another and you are missed by so many. I pray for the strength of those closest to you to get through today and the rest of their lives without one of the greatest men known to so many. Please keep watching over your family and friends and take care of them. Even though you may not be here they need you more than you know.

Anonymous

May 8, 2009

Donnie,

I still think about you every day your in my thoughts and prayers today is may 08,2009 we lost you on this day you have touched alot of hearts we miss you.

Leslie
friend

May 8, 2009

To Det. Donald Ray Young, his family and his fellow officers with the Denver Police Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Det. Young’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Det. Young and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc.
Members and Staff

May 8, 2009

It's time to plan Kourtney's graduation and it is so hard to do without you. I keep looking around at all her friends and it's a constant reminder that you are not here, we are missing a part of the chain. You would be so proud of her. She is so excited about going off to school. Please stay with her and continue to guide her in the right direction. I could use a little direction too. :)
Love you and Miss You
Always
Kelly

Kelly Young
spouse

April 3, 2009

With the recent shootings in California your death has been brought back to life for some of us. Today we honor the fallen officers of California and I pray that their families make it through this rough time. I know that it can tear someone apart. They have a great man there in their support in any way they may need it. I know you will look over him and help him through this.

Anonymous

March 27, 2009

I think of you often, we shared some great laughs together!

Anonymous

March 19, 2009

You are not forgotten.

Anonymous

February 4, 2009

Just got done watching the In memory of video and WOW what a great video! Cried like a baby and have not seen Kelly and the girls for some time now and have to say you three are beautiful as ever and Donnie is looking down proud for sure. To my little one Kelsea, I enjoyed you company everytime I was around and you were the little angle to put a smile on my face through the whole thing. Thanks for being my friend and letting me hold and play with you. You truly are a beautiful girl with such a playful soul and I will forever hold you dear to my heart. There still is not a day that passes that I don't think of the three of you and pray that things are getting better with every passing day. Lots of love and best wishes for 2009.

Anonymous

January 8, 2009

Donnie:

On this Christmas day, you are not forgotten. May you and your family find peace in your unselfish sacrifice for others. God Speed.....

Lenny LeVine
USDOJ/friend

December 25, 2008

It's Christmas Eve and we still miss you. We went down to Colorado Springs to spend sometime with your family. This is the first time I have seen most of them since your funeral, it was very hard. Spending Christmas Eve with them was a tradition we had when you were here, for us to go without you was harder then words can express. We did it and are better for it, it's just one more step the girls and I have had to take without you. We will still miss you Christmas morning as we have every year since you were taken from us. We will smile and laugh but a little piece of our heart will be empty without you here.
Merry Christmas!

Kelly Young
wife

December 25, 2008

Donnie,

Thinking of you and your family on this Christmas Eve. I wish you all peace.

Ken Hilte
PPCC PD (EPSO Ret)

December 24, 2008

Donnie, you continue to be an inspiration to all of us...thank you for your service, you are not forgotten. May God continue to bless you and your family. God Speed.

Officer
WRPD

October 15, 2008

You shall always be remembered, loved, and missed by all.

Anonymous

September 13, 2008

I find myself wondering how Kelly and the girls do it without you. She must be a very stong woman and the girls are so lucky to have her. Just want you to know you are thought of on a daily basis as well as Kelly and the girls. Tears are still shed and hearts are still broken.

Friend

September 10, 2008