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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