Mr. Paul Young III
July 5, 1964 - January 11, 2022
Paul Young III was born on July 5, 1964, to Paul Young Jr. and Annabell J Young. He met Marshell “Nonnie” Batiste in 1985, and they were united in marriage on June 24, 2000. They spent a total of 37 years together and were inseparable from the start. He enjoyed trail riding (as part of Lawtell Low Riders), taking his family fishing on the boat, hunting, and cooking for family and friends. Most of all, Paul enjoyed spending time with his lil wife, grandchildren, family, and making Tik Toks with his oldest granddaughter. Whenever family gathered, he always made sure to be the DJ and pull out the black pots. Whenever there was a need by family or friends, he was always there. A hardworking man Paul was, never wanted to miss a workday. Mourning his departure, but leaving cherished memories, is his wife Marshell “Nonnie” Young of Lawtell, La. Three sons, Bradley Batiste (Tasia) of Sunset, La; Paul “Bubbie” Batiste (Rochelle) of Lawtell, La and Brandon Aaron (Kylie) of Houston, TX. Two daughters, Ratasha “Ne-Ne” Batiste of Lafayette, La, and Paula Rubin (Jason) of Lawtell, La; two sisters, Carol Lachapelle (Benjamin) of Frilot Cove, La and Melissa Jones (Keith) of Opelousas, La. One brother, Tyrone Young of Opelousas, La; and one great-nephew he raised as his own, Chrishanski “Shank” Edwards. Fifteen grandchildren: Alyssa, Olivia, Brayden, Aaden, Sydnee, Kylin, Jaiden, Mason, Kason, Konnor, Jayce, Ava, Aubree, Skialer, and Kalia; three godchildren, Jayla Augusta, Brian Stagg, and Deantre’ Zeno, and a host of family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul Young Jr. and Annabell J Young, and two of his brothers, Patrick Young and Kenneth Young. Maternal grandparents: Arthur & Million L Jones, paternal grandparents Paul Young Sr. and Lucille R Young. Five uncles: Lucious Jones Sr., Rogers Sonnier, Jasper Young, Raphael Young, and Rodney Young. Three aunts, Margery Chavis, Thelma Jones, and Gladys Young. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 22, 2022 at St. Ann Catholic Church in Frilot Cove, LA. Visiting hours will be observed from 8:00 AM to 10:45 AM at the church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Share words of comfort with the family at www.williamsfuneralhomes.net Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Williams Funeral Home of Opelousas, 337-942-2037.
Paul Young III was born on July 5, 1964, to Paul Young Jr. and Annabell J Young. He met Marshell “Nonnie” Batiste in 1985, and they were united in marriage on June 24, 2000. They spent a total of 37 years together and were inseparable... View Obituary & Service Information