He was a retired educator of 21 years with most of his career spent in the Drew Central School System as the Girls Basketball and Track Coach. He also served on the Drew Central School Board. He later received his Principal's Certificate and served as High School Principal at Fountain Hill, Parkdale and Dermott before retiring. After his retirement, he spent several years as Quality Control Manager at Selma Flooring.
Bernard was a member of Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church and a former member of East Side Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon for 25 years, as well as Sunday School teacher and Church Treasurer. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Dallis H. Youngblood, Jr.; a daughter, Lisa Lynn Youngblood; and his wife of 36 years, Linda Barnett Youngblood.
He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Dianne Youngblood of Lake Village; one daughter, Lea Ann (Barry) Dolan of Crossett; two stepdaughters, Angela (Justin) Hood of New Braunfels, TX and Kristie (Mike) Gore of Bryan, TX; one grandson, Nathan McIntyre (Karly Crone) of Fayetteville; five grandchildren, Victoria Hood, Hunter Hood, Kennedy Gore, Ireland Gore and Danni Dolan; three special little people, Haven, Holynn and Cohen all of Fayetteville; and a special little friend, Bear.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 2, 2021, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel with burial to follow in Oakland Cemetery. There will be a visitation one hour preceding the funeral service beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the chapel. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(18)
Bob Shewmake
Bella Vista, AR Sunday, November 21, 2021 I just learned of Bernard’s passing and wish to send our condolences to Dianne and the family. Bernard was a MHS classmate and a classy guy. We will miss him. RIP, my friend.Amy Daniels
Searcy, AR Monday, October 25, 2021 Prayers for Coach Youngblood’s family. I have so many fabulous memories and lessons. One of my favorite leaders ever! ♥️Trudy Tucker Carrington
Rowlett, TX Sunday, October 3, 2021 I am saddened to hear of Coach's passing. I had him as a teacher in school (Drew Central Class '77) and went to church with him at Eastside. He always had a smile and was a positive force in our lives. My prayers are with all his family. He will be missed.Trudy "Tucker" Carrington
Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Saturday, October 2, 2021 Dianne & Family,I am so sad to read about Bernard. He was such a great fellow and friend to all. So happy you and he have had a good life together! Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and comfort.
With love & sympathy,
Janice
Gladys Yougblood
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 2, 2021 My love and Sympathy to Dianne and Lea Anne. Bernard was James double first cousin and we thought a lot of him. He will be missedGlen Perkins
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 2, 2021 Diane,Bernard was an awesome person, loved working with him, he was tireless in his dedication to those who depended on him. He will be sorely missed by those who knew him.
I am so so sorry for not making it today. No excuse for letting the tome get away from us.
Love from us all Here:
Glen
Shari Kelley
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 2, 2021 Mr Bernard was one of a kind. I’m so blessed to have known him. Thank you for allowing me to come into your home and care him. You all will forever have a special place in my heart. Till I see you again Mr Bernard. 😘Irma and Alvin James
Monticello, AR Friday, October 1, 2021 Diane and family: so sorry to hear of loss of Bernard. Great man and respected by all. He will be missed dearly by many. Thoughts and prayers with you and love to all.Laura smith
Monticello, AR Friday, October 1, 2021 Thinking of you Lea Ann. Coach Youngblood was a great friend and wonderful coach.Butch and Judy Selig
Benton, AR Thursday, September 30, 2021 Diane, we are so sorry to learn of your loss of Bernard. He was such a fine person and will be missed by all who knew him. I (Judy) remember working with him when we were teaching at Drew Central in the seventies. The students loved him, and he was respected by everyone. May God bless you with comfort and peace, especially during these difficult days.Sincerely,
Judy and Butch Selig
Annette Watson
Dermott, AR Thursday, September 30, 2021 So sorry for your loss Diane. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Paula J Cooper
Crossett, AR Thursday, September 30, 2021 Lea Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Becky Zabcik Fore
Conway, AR Wednesday, September 29, 2021 Thoughts and prayers for the family. Coach was the best!!Helen Thatcher
Peoria, AZ Wednesday, September 29, 2021 I am so sorry, Dianne. I am sending you all the love I can find and praying for you and the rest of his family to have peace until you see him again.Dales Camping Center
Pine Bluff, AR Wednesday, September 29, 2021 Our most heartfelt sympathies. We enjoyed getting to know him over the years, he will be missed greatly.Joye Stephenson
Crossett, AR Tuesday, September 28, 2021 LeaAnn, Nathan and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking about you during this time.🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️ Love, Joye
John and Marilyn Cathey
Spring, TX Tuesday, September 28, 2021 John and I are both thinking of you Diane. Bernard was such a good friend in our childhood and we both thought so highly of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Pamela Leeper
Monticello, AR Monday, September 27, 2021 My prayers & love go out to Dianne, Lea Ann and Nathan. I was blessed to know him. God bless each of you. Love, Pam