More detail on this person: Freddie Eugene Long, age 79, of Manvel, TX passed away in Pearland, TX on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. Fred was born on March 23, 1940 in Johnson City, TN and is preceded in death by his parents, Clinton and Dorothy Long as well as his siblings Floyd Long, Bill Long, and Shirley Arrowood. Fred retired after a full career as an active duty Army MSC officer. He was a graduate of ORWAC class 63-8. In Vietnam he served as a Dustoff pilot with the 498th Med Co in 1966-67, and with the 571st Med Det in 1969-70. A VHPA Life Member, he was also an active member of the Dustoff Association, and the Order of the Quiet Birdmen. Additionally, Fred was an avid golfer and a proud member of the Bandits Golf Club. Fred is survived by his daughter, C. Denise Long of Manvel, TX, and two sons, Freddie E. Long II of Jonesboro, TN, and Joseph E. F. Long of Tampa, FL. Fred also leaves behind five siblings: Charlotte Hicks, Annie Long, and Charles, Leroy and Gary Long. Fred leaves behind two grandchildren, Nicole R. Long and Aidan J. Long, as well as two great-grandchildren, Erin and Elam. Finally, Fred leaves behind his beloved Hirsch-Bruno family. Arrangements in Texas were under the direction of the Scott Family Funeral Home, 1421 East Hwy. 6, Alvin, Texas 77511, (281) 585-1000 or www.scottfuneralhome.net. Arrangements in Tennessee were under the direction of Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Ave, Johnson City, TN 37601, (423) 928-6211 or www.appfh.net. https://www.scottfuneralhome.net/obituary/freddie- long
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