"Darrell E. Long, 67, of Bowling Green, passed away at his home surrounded by family on August 7, 2016. He was born in Bowling Green, KY on September 24, 1948 to the late Marcell and Jean Long. He is also preceded in death by his three brothers-in-law, Watson, Harlin, and K.C. and a sister-in-law Avel. He graduated from Bowling Green High School before serving in the U.S. Navy and receiving an honorable discharge. He worked for many years at Holley Carburetor and retired from Art's Used Parts in Smiths Grove, KY. He loved to fish and vacation in Daytona Beach, FL, and he loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed the simple things of life, sitting on his front porch feeding the squirrels and taking care of his cat, Tom. He had a good heart and received the most pleasure in life from being there for his family. He trusted in the Lord to take him to a better place.
He is survived by his wife of over 30 years, Ellen Long, a daughter, Lisa Embry (wife of Steve) of Bowling Green, two stepsons, Smokey Stanley (husband of Linda) of Bowling Green and Brian Stanley (husband of Tyminda) of Plant City, FL, a granddaughter, Lindsey Chaffin of Bowling Green, and three grandsons, Jeffery Stanley of Bowling Green, Bryce Stanley of Plant City, and Gabriel Embry of Bowling Green, as well as three great grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Sandy Gilmer of Bowling Green and Wanda Haynes (wife of Estel) of Bowling Green, two sisters-in-law, Mavis Caudill of Bowling Green and Marilyn Givens of Bowling Green, and many loving nieces and nephews, including a very special niece, Deborah Roddy, who stayed by his side during his final weeks on Earth.
Visitation will be from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday and after 11:00 am Wednesday at the J.C. Kirby and Son Broadway Chapel. Funeral service will be at 1:00 pm Wednesday at the J.C. Kirby and Son Broadway Chapel, with burial to follow in Union Cemetery in Butler County. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the J.C. Kirby and Son Broadway Chapel."

Sourc: J C Kirby & S Funeral Home, Bowling Green, KY