In 1939, the family moved permanently to Orlando, Florida. He is married to Susy, formerly of St. Louis, Missouri. He has two children, John and Sandy. He also has two grandchildren. I think my favorite photo in my home is the picture of my two little grandchildren.
Several biographies mention model aircraft and rockets as being a boyhood interests.
Young said that he began building model airplanes when he was about 6 years of age and continued to build them throughout high school. Drawing is also listed as a childhood hobby, which reportedly has carried over to Mr. Young's astronaut days - several sources have stated that he likes to draw cartoons of his fellow astronauts in action. Young after practicing in the T-38 Young is noted for his sense of humor and dry wit. Young lives, works, sleeps, eats and breathes spaceflight. I can't think of a single job I'd rather have - in this world or out of it.