Photo courtesy of Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Smyrna
Smyrna, Tennessee
May 7, 1941 – Mar 20, 2022 (Age 80)
Darrell Long, age 80, of Murfreesboro, TN, formerly of Smyrna, TN, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 20, 2022. A native of Washburn, TN, he was the son of the late Bernard Franklin and Mildred Agnes Frye Long. He was also preceded in death by his brother, David Long; niece, Tawanna Hollyhand; grandparents, Oscar and Veda Frye and Mattie Edmondson Long and Willie Long; and In Laws, Elevena Garrett and Jim Garrett, and J.B. Watson.
Funeral services will be Thursday, March 24th, at 1:00 p.m. at Woodfin Chapel in Smyrna. Brian Jones and Chuck Arnett will officiate. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens with police and military honors.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Sandra Kaye Watson Long; daughters, Darlene Manus and her husband Curtis and Lyndee Baker and her husband Jamie; honorary daughters, Salena Scott, Kim Salyer, Joy Fuente, and Candy Tate; grandson, Brandon Steadman and his wife Christian; Nephews and nieces, Todd Long, Brett Long, Drae Hollyhand, and Tanna Long; along with much loving extended family from Washburn, TN and Smyrna, TN.
Mr. Long attended World Outreach Church and was retired from the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Department and Nashville Airport Authority. He was a proud veteran having served in the United States Air Force. Darrell loved to fish and spending time on the gun range. He loved to travel and to meet people. Darrell always had a story to share and he never met a stranger. Darrell built his life around his family and service to his country and community.
Mark Nolan, Ashley King, Eric Jones, Jeff McAllister, Brandon Steadman, and Craig Findley will serve as pallbearers.
Memorials in memory of Mr. Long can be made to the Nashville Wounded Warriors.
Visitation will be Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Woodfin Chapel in Smyrna.
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Kay, Darlene, Lyndee and all the family,
We are just learning of Darrell's passing and are so very sorry for your loss. He was a kind and caring man, and the world needs more like him. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days ahead. May God grant you the peace and comfort that only He can give.
Patsy and Bill Brown
March 25, 2022 | Smyrna, TN | Friend
I am so sorry for your loss of this precious man. He was so good to all that met him. He is resting in the arms of the Lord now. Prayers for you all
Sharon Davis
March 25, 2022 | Murfreesboro | Friend
Our prayers are with the family. We are sorry for your loss. Darrell was a fine Christian man and one of the best men I have ever worked for or with. I honor and respect Darrell.
Stephen Wood
March 23, 2022 | Mount Juliet, TN | Friend
Brandon, I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Laura Bennett
March 21, 2022 | Mt Juliet, TN | Friend
Rest well Lt., Captain and Major Long. You were all three to me over the years. Thank you for all your service and that indistinguishable laugh!
Joseph B Murphy
March 21, 2022 | Coworker
Darrell was so kind and friendly to me and I enjoyed listening to his funny stories. I will miss him and his smiles. He has a sweet and precious family and I will keep them in my prayers. I loved Darrell and his family and I thank God for bringing them into my life. Love and blessings to all of you.
Ruth Ann Odom
March 21, 2022 | Smyrna, TN | Friend
Sorry to hear about Darrell.May He Rest In Peace
Steve Ricketts
March 21, 2022 | Arrington, TN | Friend
