Obituary: Donald Franklin Long

Published 9:23 am Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Donald Franklin Long, of Bellview, Fla. born September 29, 1942 in Birmingham, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday,  February 10, 2015.  

Preceding him in death were his parents, C.G. Long and Wilma (Wilson) Long, siblings, Charles Edmond Long and Max Leon Long Sr.

He is survived by his only sister, Bonnie Mitchell (David) of Gardendale,  Jimmy M. Long, Reverend Jerry C. Long (Amelia) of Kinder, La.  He had two daughters, three grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.  

Donald was affectionately known as Uncle Duck by family and friends. He traveled the nation working in the construction business and was quick with a joke followed by a hearty laugh. In his spare time he enjoyed saltwater fishing, listening to old time country music and spending time with his family but was never without his beloved chahuahua,  “Miss Piggie”. He had a special place in his heart for his church family at Faith Baptist Church, Bellview, Fla.  

Special thanks to his niece Martha (Marty) Bendley and best friend, Charles (Cash) McClain for their constant care and support through the years.  

Services were held at Messmer-Goodwin Funeral Home with burial at Friendship Church Gardendale. Memorial donations can be made to: UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center (Mesothelioma study) Birmingham, Ala.