Alvin David-Long, Sr.-Obituary

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Alvin David Long, Sr.

Dec 6, 1936 - Sep 7, 2025

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My condolences to the Long family

Having lived in Washington state most of my life, rare visits to LA to see family carry precious memories. Al was a sweet, sweet man who I could count on let me know of passings. Heather’s recollection of him preparing for Sunday,in her Facebook post reminded me a lot of my dad. It’s legacy of love, gentleness that he leaves. What a bar to set!

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Long family. We know how much Al will be missed by his family and friends. Aubrey and I were never greeted by anything other than a big smile and a warm greeting by Al. He seemed to never meet a stranger.

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Alvin David's Obituary

Alvin David Long, Sr. age 88 of Watertown, died Sunday morning, Sept. 7, 2025 at his residence. Born Dec. 6, 1936 in Kent, Texas, he was the son of the late Vernon Hale Long, Sr. and Charlotte Seago Long. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Charlotte Merchant and Mary Lou Johnson and brothers, Vernon and Charles Long.  

Al was a graduate of Melville High School in Melville, LA and attended Louisiana State University. He had a long career in the life insurance industry.  Al was a member of Alexandria First Baptist Church where he was affectionately known as the "Candy Man" for his welcoming handshake and peppermint candy.

He is survived by his wife, Julia Diane Wallace Long; children. David (Janet) Long of Tomball, TX, Patricia (Roy) Clinton of Fayetteville, AR and Heather (Steve) Butler of Watertown; grandchildren, Cole (Kimberly) Clinton, Connor Clinton, Addison (Nathan) Cline and their daughter, Charlotte,  Aidan Butler and Justin Long. Also surviving are his sisters, Jane Wilkins and Ann (Jerry) Wallace; brothers, Larry Long, Bobby Long, Dickie (Martha) Long; sister-in-law, Nancy Long and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025 at Hunter Funeral Home with Bro. Billy Friel and Bro. Elijah Burns officiating. Visitation will be on Thursday from 11 a.m. till service time. Honorary pallbearers, Cole and Connor Clinton, Aidan Butler, Justin Long and Nathan Cline. Interment with military honors will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, 2025 at the Middle TN State Veterans Cemetery in Nashville.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Alexandria First Baptist Church, 101 Locust St., Alexandria, TN 37012  

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