More detail on this person: erry Travis Long,
74, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2015, after a
long illness. Funeral: 3 p.m. Friday in the chapel
of Lucas Funeral Home in Hurst. Visitation: The
family will receive friends 6-8 pm Thursday at the
Funeral Home. Jerry grew up in California, the son
of Alma Louise Long. As a child, he worked very
hard to provide for his family by harvesting
produce and rising before the crack of dawn
working at a doughnut shop. At the age of 17, he
joined the United States Army. He served with
honor and distinction for 22 years and retired as
an Airborne Ranger with the rank of captain. Jerry
was a veteran of the Vietnam War, where he was an
Army aviator. He was awarded the Bronze Star and
the Distinguished Flying Cross. He also received
many other commendations and medals for his
dedication and bravery and combat wounds. His
success in service to his country can be directly
attributed to his work ethic and his natural
leadership ability. His honor and integrity were
beyond measure. He took pride in his service. The
discipline and patriotism he learned in the Army
never left him, as friends and family will attest.
Survivors: Wife, Elia Patricia Long; children,
Patricia Long Turner and Eric Travis Long; his
wonderful grandchildren, John Travis Turner,
Aubrey Long and Caroline Long. In addition, he
leaves behind a huge extended family who loves
him in Peru and California.
Published in Star-Telegram on July 30, 2015
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