Jerome Youtz

Jerome A. "Jay" Youtz, 65, of Quakertown, died Wednesday, April 19 at his home. He was the husband of Kathleen (Steyaert) Youtz. Born in Plainfield, NJ, he was the son of the late Jerome W. and Mary (Grady) Youtz. He was a loving husband, father, and family man. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing golf. Jay's passion was recovery, not only in his own personal journey, but he then shared his experience, strength, and hope in all the lives he touched. He had many life accomplishments including becoming a certified addiction counselor, founding the Pennsylvania Recovery Organization Achieving Community Together (PROACT), and owner of Recovery At Our House. His years of experience led him to Recovery Centers of America where he was able to implement his unique visions in reaching the still suffering addicts. Surviving with his wife are daughters, Elizabeth Youtz and Brooklynn Youtz; step sons, Aaron (Katie) Christ, Justin Zortea, Anthony Zortea; grandchildren, Caleb and Isaiah; sister, Laura (Jim) Schreckengost; He was predeceased by a sister, Ellen Smolinski. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM Wednesday, April 26 at Morning Star Fellowship, 429 South 9th Street, Quakertown. A calling with precede the service from 3:00-5:30 PM at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the How To Save A Life Foundation, P.O. Box 53, Warminster, PA 18974.