Don Youngblood Tributes
Name:	Stephanie Cowin
Relation:	acquaintance
Tribute:	Sue, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that your family is in our prayers. We will continue to lift you all up in our prayers.
Name:	Ed and Lee Ann Koenig
Tribute:	Dear Sue and family...just a note to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you...God is at your side... Believe and be blessed.....Ed and Lee Ann
Name:	Sandy Burnette
Relation:	friend
Tribute:	Sue, Shannon,Donnie and Julie, There are no words that seem right to say at this time except I love you and so does Jesus. You and your family will be in my prayers and you will get through this. Love to all, Sandy
Name:	Melissa (Akins) Fowler
Tribute:	So sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Name:	Amber Gulley (Funderburg)
Relation:	friend
Tribute:	My heart goes out to all of you. He was a great man. Growing up he was like a second father to me. And even though we aren't close these days, I want you to all know that if you need anything I am here for you. I love you.
Name:	DAN DICKEY
Relation:	FRIEND
Name:	Tom, Reda, Josh, Joey, Jodi M. and Josh Castleberry
Relation:	Friend
Tribute:	Sue, Julie, Donnie, Shannon, Lane and kids, we were so sorry to hear about Don. We love you guys, and if you need anything don't hesitate to call. We have been praying for you all and hate we are so far away at this time.
Name:	Chris and Crystal Morse
Relation:	friend
Tribute:	Don was a wonderful person that left a positive impact on so many people's lives. He will be greatly missed. To all the family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Name:	Marcella Garrett, Jimmy & Jonny Garrett
Tribute:	Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Name:	Jeff Haynes
Relation:	Friend of family
Tribute:	Donnie, sorry to hear about your Dad. Way too young. I hope you are well. We will be thinking about you and your family. Give us a call if you so desire. God Bless. Jeff and the kids.
Name:	Karla Johnston
Tribute:	I am so sorry to hear about Don. I know it is so hard. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate to call. Karla (Condry) and Derek Johnston
Name:	Karla and Kortney Lockwood
Relation:	Acquaintance
Tribute:	Sue and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Don. Know that We are praying for you and your family through this hard time. God be with you all, Karla and Kortney Lockwood
Name:	JIM & BELINDA ELAM
Relation:	ACQUAINTANCE
Tribute:	I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS YOU. YOU PROBABLY REMEMBER ME MORE FROM EDWARDS ABSTRACT COMPANY...
Name:	Thomas & Deanna Edwards
Relation:	Acquaintance
Tribute:	Sue, we are so sorry to hear about Don. We will keep you in our thoughts and our prayers, family and all. May God Bless you all and comfort you at this time of sorry.
Name:	Clark Jackson
Relation:	acquaintanc
Tribute:	I know Don through family friends. I first met him there in Arkansas. I know that many, many people are sadden by the loss of such a great person. My best to the family at this time.
Name:	Rob Glasco
Relation:	Friend of family
Tribute:	Sue, Shannon, Lane, Julie, Donnie, We are greatly saddened of the loss of Don, and we hope you the best thru this tough time. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Feel free to let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Name:	Tim & Glenda Hoflund
Relation:	Friends
Tribute:	Sue & Family Our prayers are offered up for God's grace and comfort to be poured out upon all of you.
Name:	G. Powell
Relation:	Acquaintance
Tribute:	I met Don at several shows and always found him very approachable and friendly to all of his admirers. He was one of the best Competitors and Representatives pro body building ever had. It was very sad to hear of his passing, he will be greatly missed and I just want to let you know your family will be in our prayers.
Name:	Jason Phillips
Relation:	Paper Clip Salesman
Tribute:	Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in the lost of Don. The Staff at The Paper Clip
Name:	Chad and April Martin
Relation:	Friend
Tribute:	Sue & Family We are so sorry about Don. I was in shock and didnt want to believe it, I am having a difficult time even accepting it as i always enjoyed the things we accomplished together. Don did so much for me and would always just say I enjoy It. I will help with anything I can , Just let me know. Chad and April Martin
Name:	Matt
Relation:	Fan
Tribute:	Don's story is truly inspirational. Having done the right thing and spent years building his business and raising his family he pursued bodybuilding and motivated many others who started late with the knowledge that even then it would be possible to become world class. Looking back, it seems like Don accomplished everything he wanted to in his short life - he raised and supported children and grandchildren, ran a successful business and became one of the best bodybuilders in the world. Rest in peace, Don.
Name:	Ashley Rogers
Relation:	Fan
Tribute:	Dear Youngblood Family, I am sorry for the loss of your husband, father and friend. I hope that you will find peace and comfort in the outpooring of friends, family and fans that you have.
Name:	Jody & Wendy Franks
Tribute:	Sue and family, I know that this is a very difficult time for you, but know that all of our prayers are going out to you. Your family is a wonderful part of our community, and we are blessed to have known Don. He was a great man, loved and admired by many, but most of all he loved his family and will he be missed by all. The days ahead may be hard, but remember, You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you (phil4:13), even if its only one day at a time. We love you, and will be praying for you. The Franks Family
Name:	Lisa
Relation:	Knew him through bodybuilding
Tribute:	When my former boyfriend, Hans Hopstaken and i met Don, Hans was competiting in the 2001 Master's Olympia. We both found Don to be one of the more genuine and kind competitors out there. When Hans passed away in April of 2002, Don called after immediately finding out and was just as kind and sincere to me during a extremely hard time. My prayers are with your family.
Name:	Tracy and Betty Scarborough
Relation:	acquaintance
Tribute:	You will be sorely missed, Don, by everyone and the world is missing a great guy.....Thank you for all your kind words and deeds here on earth and may your family receive much care and blessings from God.
Name:	Gary & Beverly Black
Relation:	Acquaintance
Tribute:	I met Don when I sold him my truck. I had to retire because of health reasons and Don bought my rig. He paid me a fair price, even though he could have bought it for a lot less from the lender, if they would have had to repo it. This says a lot about a person's character. He helped when we needed it the most. But I got the feeling, from having been in his office in Alma, this was the kind of guy he was. I am truely sorry you have lost Don. I know he must have been an example to all who came in contact with him. I know he was an example to me, and enriched my life with his kindness and wit. God Bless you All. We will pray for your healing, as you try to pick up your lives from here.
Name:	ROBERT JOHNSON
Relation:	OWNER-R&S TRANSPORT (RETIRED)
Tribute:	I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF DON WE HAD WORKED TOGETHER ON NUMBEROUS TIMES ON THE HANDLING OF FREIGHT, HE WAS A GOOD MAN , AND I AM SADENED TO HAVE READ THIS IN THE NEWSPAPER THIS MORNING , MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY AT THIS TIME , ROBERT JOHNSON (RETIRED) R&S TRANSPORT FT, SMITH NOW IN TULSA
Name:	Jeff and Heather Poole
Relation:	acquaintance
Tribute:	We were shocked to hear of Don's passing. Such a powerful and bright soul. We only met him once but always heard from his friends of what an amazing man he was. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and all his friends in this difficult time.
Name:	David & Danita McEntire
Tribute:	Sue, Julie, Shannon, Lane, and Donnie, my prayers and heart goes out to you. Don was a wonderful person who appreciated every moment of his life. Anytime we approached Don he was always an encoragement and a joy to talk to. He will be missed by family, friends, and our community. Anyone knew who Don respected him, and you could not help but love him. All of you are very special to our family, and we will continue to pray for you. May God's Presence Surround You, David, Danita, & Brandon McEntire Trista & Brandon Harris
Name:	Heather (Sines) Combest
Relation:	Long-time friend of family
Tribute:	I was so sorry to hear about Don. I know that he is with Jesus and Christy now and as hard as it is to let him go, we know that he is happy! Your family really means a lot to me. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know. I love you guys. "You're in a better place, I've heard a thousand times, and at least a thousand times, I've rejoiced for you. But the reason why I'm broken, the reason why I cry is how long must I wait to be with you." Homesick by MercyMe
Name:	Charles & Khristi Phillips
Relation:	freind
Tribute:	We are so sorry to hear about Don. He was one of the greatest men we have ever met. His life was a inspiration to all who knew him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Name:	CRAIG, STACY, HALEIGH, SYDNIE HENSON
Relation:	FRIENDS
Tribute:	SUE, SHANNON, LANE AND JULIE, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF DONS PASSING. YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL FAMILY AND A LARGE GROUP OF FRIENDS THAT YOU CAN COUNT ON. PLEASE CALL ON US FOR ANYTHING. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.
Name:	Melvin Goodrum
Relation:	Friend
Tribute:	Very sad to hear of your passing away. Best wishes to you, Champ.
Name:	Brandi Hatley
Relation:	Neighbor
Tribute:	To Sue and family, it came to us as a very big shock to hear of Don's passing. Ben and I can always remember playing outside and him passing and waving in his big yellow hummer. When I worked at Subway I had his order memorized. He will be missed greatly. Remember you all are in our prayers. I have got you all on the prayer list down here at Maple Shade Church of the Nazarene. God Bless!!
Name:	Sheila Hendryx
Relation:	The gym
Tribute:	I am so deeply sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my prayers.
Name:	Rick Cynde & Makayla Ellison
Relation:	Family Friend
Tribute:	Sue, Shannon, and Family. We are so sorry this tragedy has happend to your family. I know you are a very close and loving family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sue and Shannon if you need anything from us or just want to talk I am here for you. We love you guys!!
Name:	Stuart Wintrode
Relation:	Family Friend
Tribute:	I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Don Yougblood. My kindest regards go out to all of the family. I hope your family continues to thrive and I wish the best to all of you.
Name:	Crawfords
Relation:	Friends
Tribute:	Your family has always been special to us. We love you.
Name:	Constance Muller
Tribute:	Although I didnt know Don I want to wish his family the best and I want them to know that God is with you all... Don is with Christy now and he is in God's hands. Keep your heads up high and keep going strong in life and helping others. Don would like for you all to be happy. Remember him for the good things he did, not the bad. Don was a very loved and well remember man. RIP Don Youngblood.
Name:	GEORGE SHIRLEY
Relation:	acquaintance
Tribute:	To the family of Don Youngblood, Just a note to say that Don gave me the inspiration to restart and continue my body building at 50 years old. My 13 year old daughter met him at the Arkansas last year and was touched by him also. She was heart broken also when I told her of his death. May God be with Mrs Youngblood and the family. George Shirley
Name:	Stephen Pittman
Relation:	friend
Tribute:	sorry for your loss. mine and jennys prayers are with you. just wanted to say that don was a great man and someone i looked up to. he was one of the nicest most humble men i have ever met. he will be missed by many. Love, Stephen
Name:	Brandon and Jennifer Lewis
Relation:	friend
Tribute:	Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a great friend and such an inspiration in our lives.
Name:	Misty & Brian Jackson
Tribute:	Dear Shannon & Lane, I am so sorry to hear about Don. As we ourselves are preparing for such circumstances (short of getting the transplant or of God's mighty hands), we know it is still so hard to deal with. With this being so sudden, I hope that you can be in peace knowing that your dad is in God's house now. Just imagine his face as he stood before the Lord for the first time. Rest knowing he is in HIS glory!! We will pray that you will recieve that. Much Love and Many Blessings to you all, Misty & Brian Jackson
Name:	Tabetha Corbit Richardson
Relation:	acquaintance
Tribute:	Donnie, I am so sorry to here about your dad. I still remember meeting him at the baseball fields, when you and my brother was on the royals. He was a role model to alot of young men. If you get a chance email me and let me know how you are doing. Tell Julie and your mom that my prayers are with all of you. Your dad is someone that I will never forget and am Honored to have known
Name:	Megan Brown
Tribute:	He was A great grandfather, father, and husband to a family that loves him.
Name:	Carmen Brown
Tribute:	I am so sorry Sue for the loss. I hope yalls family is all right. God Bless You!!
Name:	Heather Wheeler (Foxworth)
Relation:	Friend of Julie Youngblood
Tribute:	Julie, No words can tell you how deeply sorry I am for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God gives you the strength you need to get through this difficult time. I am here if you need me, feel free to call anytime. Love your friend, Heather-
Name:	Gregory & Rebecca Clark
Relation:	Friend
Tribute:	Sue, you and your family are in our prayers during this trying time. Although Don's time on this earth was short, his accomplishments were many. We will miss him greatly.
Name:	Daniel and Megan Dean
Relation:	Friend of Julie's
Tribute:	Julie- Words cannot express the sorrow I have for you and your family. When I think about your dad, I remember the time that he picked us up with his pinky when we were younger. You have many fond memories of your father and those memories will help to get you through. Remember that God has a plan for everything. I am here for you and will do anything you need me to do. Call if you need anything at all! Love ya!
Name:	Eric
Relation:	A fan
Tribute:	I doubt this will be seen by the youngblood family but i would hope someday it would be read. I found out about don through a yahoo search, looking for local bodybuilders and unfortunitly also found out he was deceased. I just started in bodybuilding but i have a pic of don to carry around for inspiration. Its hard to know the reach a person can have with their actions, i never knew don personaly but i still carry a pic of him so in that respect he's a guidence for me. i wish the family the best.
Name:	Chassittie Horn
Relation:	Distant cousin
Tribute:	I was very sorry to hear about the passing of Don. My father Terry Youngblood was his cousin.Even though they hadn't kept in touch much, my dad followed his career and often spoke very highly of him. I myself was never able to meet him and regret that I will never be able to. I just wanted to say that your family is in our prayers. Sorry for your loss.
Name:	Akira Toguchi
Relation:	Fans
Tribute:	Dear Youngblood family, I am sorry for the loss of your great husband, father and friend. Rest in peace Don, we champ. We love you