Thomas Robert Young

Thomas Robert Young February 14, 1947-April 1, 2024 Atascadero California. Thomas Robert young was born on February 14, 1947 in Stockton, California to Clayton and Bernice Young. Shortly after Bernice married Fred Goss who became a father to Tom. Tom went home to be with the lord April 1, 2024.

When Tom was 12 years old, he moved with his parents and Grandfather to Paso Robles Ca. He lived in Sherwood Acres which was just across from the Paso Country Club. Tom got a job at the Country Club as a golf caddy. He caddied for Clint Eastwood and the cast of Raw Hide. Tom also played baseball in school, a game he truly loved.

In 1985 Tom became an award-winning artist at the San Luis Obispo art center. He won best in show from his piece titled “Have a Heart” which is still seen today.

In 1988 Tom went on to live at the Sunshine Home in Atascadero Ca where he lived until his passing. His care takers Gene and Nancy Hobsin, and their children Juile and Randy and their grandchildren took care of Tom like he was one of their own. Through the Sunshine Home Tom was able to work and live a very fulfilled life. Tom was able to participate in the special Olympics and became a very skilled bowler, winning numerous trophies and medals. He visited Disney Land and major league baseball games on numerous occasions and also went on several Cruises. Tom was quite the traveler and loved every minute of it. Every time we got together, he could not wait to tell us about his next adventure. Tom was an avid collector of baseballs, baseball cards, records, radios and anything that had to do with Elvis or John Wayne. He absolutely loved going out to eat on every special occasion, especially his birthday!

Tom had a kind heart and a beautiful spirit, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Tom is preceded into death by his Father Fred Goss, Mother Bernice Lawley Goss, and niece Savanna Lewis. Tom is survived by his sister Susanna Lewis, niece Shonde Meyerink, and great nieces Alissa and Taylor Meyerink. There will be a celebration of life held for Tom on April 27, 2024 at 1pm at 7550 Santa Ynez Ave. Atascadero ca.