David R. Long

59 year old, David R. Long of Wheatfield, passed away December 2, 2014, at Porter Regional Hospital.

On September 9, 1955, David was born to Irvin E. and Clara B. (Crawford) Long in Marion, Illinois. David was a Recreational Counselor for Westville Correction Facilities for over 20+ years. He loved hunting, fishing, collecting antiques, and going to the movies. He loved playing football in high school and went on to wrestle in college at Olivet Nazarene University in Ilinosis. Throughout his life he enjoyed camping and traveling, especially sights and sounds at the ocean.  His family and friends will most remember his sense of humor. He loved his family and enjoyed his work helping others at Westville Correctional Center.

David is survived by his loving family: parents: Irvin & Clara Long, daughters: Elissa (Michael) Haines, Amanda (John) Hobson, granddaughters: Violet Haines & Marley Hobson, sisters: Jennifer (Chuck) Williams and Rebecca (Jason) Gordon.

David was preceded in death by his grandparents: Guy & Beulah Long and Harry & Jennie Pritchett.

A memorial service will be held at Graceland Cemetery Chapel in Valparaiso, Indiana at 11:00 am on Saturday, December 13, 2014.  Family and friends are welcome to attend.

Boersma Funeral Home, Wheatfield, Indiana has been entrusted with these arrangements.