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Darrell Long Obituary

Darrell Glenn Long, 72, our husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away with his family at his side Monday, Nov. 7, 2011.

Darrell was born March 31, 1939, in Lincoln, Idaho, to his parents, Glenn Christensen Long and Hazel Almeda Hymas. He was third of six children. He was raised in Ammon and graduated from Bonneville High School in 1957. There, he met his best friend and sweetheart, Sharon Andrus.

Darrell and Sharon were sealed for time and all eternity June 18, 1958, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They were married for 53 years. Darrell and Sharon resided in Taylor, Idaho, for the past 41 years, where they became fixtures in the community.

Darrell was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and served in many callings. He loved the youth and served many years as a Scoutmaster and other assignments with the Boy Scouts of America. He had a great love for little children and many fondly called him "Grandpa Long." During his retirement, he served two church missions to Nauvoo, Ill., and the Willie Historical Handcart Site in Wyoming.

He made his living as a metal specialist and master craftsman. He worked for Idaho Steel Products, Bingham Mechanical, and Argonne National Labs. He taught classes for union men and at Eastern Idaho Technical College. He also owned and ran a small metal shop and tree business. He enjoyed creating many beautiful and useful metal items.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon; and children, Becky (Mark) Butler, Natalie (Kelly) Sanders, Nikki (Steve) Mulder, Andrea (Neil) Blatnick, Lovenia (Robert) Warren, Kristan (Kim) Long and Jeannine (Jason) Conrad; brothers, Lester (Karen) Long and Gaylen (Nancy) Long; sisters, Ann (Fenton) Tyler and Maxine (Richard) Black; 24 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at a viewing from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at Nalder Funeral Home, 110 W. Oak St. in Shelley. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Taylor/Jameston Chapel, 1101 East 1250 N. in Shelley. Interment will be at Taylor Cemetery, 720 E. 129 S. in Idaho Falls.

Condolences can be sent to the family at www.nalderfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Post Register on Nov. 10, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Darrell Long

10 Entries

November 13, 2011

Sharon, I am from the past. I was looking up some info at the Famiy History Center here in St. George and saw your husband's obituary. You went to school with my sister Joyce Sargent. She too has passed away. You and your family are in my prayers. Sharee' Sargent Tobler

Terry and Carol Thompson

November 12, 2011

Sharon and family, We were sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful husband and father. We have fond memories of the time we spent with you both in Nauvoo serving the Lord. We are sorry we could not see you in person, but hope that you will feel Heavenly Father's love at this time. Please accept our deepest sympathy and our love.

November 11, 2011

I'm very sorry for your loss. Our prayer are with you and your family. We had many fun time with you in Ammon Idaho. I know Darrell will be missed. (Brian Tirrell)

Dale Harding

November 11, 2011

I am so very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Bro. Long and the kindness he showed to me. I have many fond memories of your family and know that he was a wonderful example to so many people. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Dale Harding

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November 11, 2011

Sharon and family, I am so sorry that Darrell has passed on. I know that you are each going to miss him greatly. It is such a blessing to know that you can be together again. Please accept my love and prayers for you. I have many fond memories of years past of you and Darrell and I am so thankful for all of them and the reunions together. I hope you will come to the reunion in 2012. Dee & I are heading south for the winter on the 18th. with love, JoAn McFate Autry Olson.

Reed & Cris Thurgood

November 10, 2011

Sharon,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have many great memories of Darrell and yourself as part of our Nauvoo mission family. Then seeing you at the sixth crossing at Martin's Cove. we are in St. George, or we would definitely be with you.
May god bless and comfort you during this difficult time.
Love, Reed & Cris Thurgood

Rachelle Pierson

November 10, 2011

What a great man he was. I'm sure missing my uncle. Can only think of many great memories. Wish I could be there to celebrate his life. Thoughts and prayers are with my favorite Aunt Sharon and my cousins.
Love, Rachelle (Long) Pierson

November 10, 2011

Darrell was so kind to my father Berk Barnett and my dad loved him. So sorry to hear about his passing. Lanna Barnett

November 10, 2011

Kris and Kim. I am so sorry for your loss. I know you have great faith in our Lord. I am asking him to comfort you and bles you. Know that we love you so very much.

Uncle Frank, Aunt Mona, Mandi, and Shandis

devin nielson

November 10, 2011

So sorry and sad to hear the news of his passing. Very thankful to have known such a great man that touched so many lives for good.

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