Richard DeLong Obituary
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Richard retired from Borden's Ice Cream after 39 years of dedicated service. He was an area resident most of his life and attended Greentown Nazarene Church. He was a devoted family man, committed to building a strong and loving family.
Richard's memory will be cherished always by those who survive; daughter, Sharon (Tom) Daum; son, Doug (Pam) DeLong; many grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and brother, Kenneth DeLong.
Visitation for family and friends will be Friday, January 10, 2024 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, Lamiell Funeral Home, 1353 Cleveland Avenue, NW, Canton, where the service will follow at 12:00 pm. Terry Livengood will serve as officiant. Private interment will take place at the wishes of the family.
During this tender time for Richard's family, please share your prayers, fond memories, and expressions of sympathy at: www.lamiellfuneralhome.com.
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Dusty Walker
January 24, 2025
Sending hugs and sympathy to the DeLong family. Mr. Richard is in my memory seeing him sitting outside on his porch many days when the weather was nice. Thinking of all of you.
Dusty Walker
Former Property Manager
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Beth Burkett
January 9, 2025
Prayers for the family. Cherish all the wonderful memories you shared together.
Pamela Tucholski
January 9, 2025
I will never forget the laughs we shared Red. Miss You . Prayers and Hugs to Family and Friends. Pam T
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