William "Bill" DeYoung, Jr., 76, of Mexico, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at his home.

A visitation will be held on Friday, March 10, 2023, from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. at Arnold Funeral Home.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Mr. DeYoung was born on October 23, 1946 in Rensselaer, Indiana, the son of William and Grace (Hoffman) DeYoung.

Bill enjoyed spending time outdoors.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman.  Bill spent much of his time tending to the family farm.  He loved to spend time at gatherings of family and friends. It provided him the opportunity to visit with the people that meant the most to him.

Survivors include one son, Bill DeYoung of Columbia; three daughters, Donna (Gerald) Meyr of Jefferson City, Colette (Philip) Niekamp of Mexico and Alanna (Derek) McCord of Mexico; one sister, Bonnie DeYoung of Mexico; one brother, Doug (Judi) DeYoung of Mexico; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and two nephews.

Mr. DeYoung was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Jerry L. DeYoung.

The family requests memorial donations be made to American Lung Association. Memorials may be sent in care of Arnold Funeral Home, 425 S. Jefferson, Mexico, MO 65265.

Online condolences may be left at www.arnoldfh.com