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Remembering vibrant leader Dave Young
The unexpected death of bedding entrepreneur Dave R. Young is a tragedy that robs the mattress industry of one of its most vibrant leaders.
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Young, the CEO of VyMaC Corp., was killed in an accident while he was working on his car over the weekend. He was just 45.
Like others in the industry, I'm stunned by this news. It hardly seems possible that someone with Dave Young's energy, enthusiasm and zest for life has left us so abruptly.
The tributes have already begun. Ryan Trainer, president of the International Sleep Products Assn., remembered Young as being "passionate about life and the mattress industry," someone who "generously shared his enthusiasm and entrepreneur's spirit with the industry and ISPA."
Many more tributes will come as the sad news of Dave Young's death filters through the industry.
I remember my last meeting with Young. It was in Indianapolis at the ISPA Expo this past March. We were at the Leggett & Platt party at Union Station, in a suite of upstairs rooms where the body of Abraham Lincoln was placed as his funeral train made its way to Illinois. I shared that bit of history with Dave and his wife, Renee.
We talked about the future. Dave invited me to visit him in Wisconsin this summer. He was working on some exciting projects, he said.
That was Dave. He was a driven, restless, creative leader.
As an industry, we must find a special way to remember him. But for now, our thoughts and prayers are with Renee and the Young family. May God's grace and comfort be with them all.
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Mark Quinn commented:
Dave, you were one of a kind and we were lucky to have you in this industry. We need more of your passion and perspective. We are praying for your wife and kids. Thanks for what you gave to me. Rest in peace!
Blair Schrader commented:
Knew Dave thru our Vymac business. Very sad to have such a accident happen toa industry leader at a young age. My sincere sympathies to his wife, children and family.
Don Wright commented:
The Industry has lost a friend and leader. I personally had the pleasure of working with Dave on several of the aforementioned ISPA committees and boards. Always outspoken and unafraid to express his thoughts on any subject without being jaded by a political filter. His vision and passion will be missed. I too was in that room with you Mr. Perry... and will always remember my friend Dave Young watching from his lofty vantage point... My deepest respect for a fellow Mattress Man.. My deepest condolences to his lovely wife and children.
Barrie Brown commented:
Dave was passionate about his family, friends, business, and industry. He was ahead of the curve in almost every aspect of our industry. The loss of Dave is devastating to his family, his friends, his company, and the industry. As great of a loss as I feel, losing a dear friend too soon, my loss is insignificant compared to others. A great man as left the building....
Tom Wells commented:
All week I've mourned the loss of my good friend, Dave. Of all his positive attributes that I will miss, the certainty of knowing where I stood with him (no hidden agendas) will be especially bittersweet.
Rest evermore in peace, Brother.
Will Veitch commented:
This is very sad news indeed. When I first met him, it was evident that Dave had real passion for our industry, his business, the people he worked with and without a doubt his family and friends. I was lucky enough to have some of the most indepth and thoughtful conversations about the mattress and sleep products industry with Dave. My condolences go out to Dave's family and friends....He will be missed.
Will Veitch commented:
This is very sad news indeed. When I first met him, it was evident that Dave had real passion for our industry, his business, the people he worked with and without a doubt his family and friends. I was lucky enough to have some of the most indepth and thoughtful conversations about the mattress and sleep products industry with Dave. My condolences go out to Dave's family and friends....He will be missed.
Jeff Giagnocavo commented:
I knew David, worked for him selling his Everloft soft goods products. Great guy, and very smart. The industry lost a good talent this weekend, and sadly his family will miss him more. My condolences to his family and those around him.
Michael Nermon commented:
I didn't know Dave real well, but he seemed like a great guy, and a real innovator in our industry. Years ago when I was involved with the ISPA planning meetings I remember Dave putting together the industry’s first comprehensive mattress recycling program.
Dave was a real 'get 'er done' kind of guy...it's not surprising that he was working on his own car when this tragedy struck.
My deepest sympathies for Dave and his family.























