William "Bill" H. Young, III

William "Bill" H. Young, III, age 79, of Tampa, Florida passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. Bill was born February 8, 1943 in Barnesboro, Pennsylvania, the son of Helen (Stoltz) and William H. Young II.

He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Lynn Doll. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Young; son, Doug Young and son Andrew Powell and Andrew’s wife, Lisa Kaplan; daughter, Erin Young; son-in-law, Jon Doll; brother, John Young; and grandchildren, Mia Powell and Jacob, Ryann and Megan Doll.

Dr. Young was a professor of Adult and Continuing Professional Education at the University of South Florida. He received his B.S. from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and his M.Ed. from the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his Ed.D. in Higher Education from The Pennsylvania State University.

He held faculty appointments at the University of Illinois College of Medicine where he was Assistant Dean for Continuing Medical Education, at Northern Illinois University where he was Dean of the College of Continuing Education, and at the University of South Florida where he was Department Chair of Leadership Development at the University of South Florida. Dr. Young was considered a leading authority in a number of areas of continuing education, professional education, leadership, and human resource development. He felt it was a privilege and an honor to be among so many distinguished and talented colleagues in his many professional roles.

He had numerous students who came from a wide variety of backgrounds. He took great joy in helping them over the years, whether it was just getting started, finding a dissertation topic, or getting through the program. He taught classes throughout his career, even when he was in primarily administrative roles. His students were from all over the world and he forged many long term friendships. As one colleague mentioned, those who knew Bill will always remember his positive spirit, kindness, generosity, and his dedication to students.

Family was near and dear to him. He could always be counted on when family needed him for help, or a listening ear for good or bad news. Bill was a great father and husband. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren grow and develop. He and his wife enjoyed each other’s company and shared their love, laughter and passion for making the world a little bit better while passing through this life.

Bill maintained many long time friendships and was always open to new friends. The people in his neighborhood fondly referred to him as “the Mayor.” He was also friends with the neighbor dogs and kept doggie cookies for any passing by. Bill loved all sports, especially football and was an avid golfer. He also enjoyed gardening and was particularly fond of his flowers. Trips to Disney and visiting family and friends were another favorite pastime.

Visitation will be from 6-8 pm, Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at Blount and Curry, Terrace Oaks Chapel, Temple Terrace, where a celebration of life will be held at 11 am, Wednesday, March 30, 2022.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill's memory to the University of South Florida Foundation.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.blountcurryterraceoaks.com.