Donald Lester Long, 81, of Ashley passed away peacefully Thursday evening, August 15, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born October 15,1942 on Warrensburg Road in Delaware County to the late Murray Donald Long and Margaret (Morris) Long.
Don graduated in 1962 from Scioto Valley High School in Ostrander, Ohio. After graduation he joined the United States Army and proudly served with the 101st Airborne until his honorable discharge in 1965.
Don was employed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Division starting as an Equipment Operator 3. In 1986 he became the Building Construction Superintendent for his crew. He retired in 1995.
A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he enjoyed spending time outdoors and with his family. Don did not know a stranger and would continually annoy Sandee with his chatting with everyone he met. He was a member of the Delaware Antique Farm Machinery Club and American Legion Post 518 in Ashley, Ohio.
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