Fred W. Long

OAKWOOD – Fred W. Long, 77, of Oakwood, died at 9:40 p.m. on Monday, August 23, 2021 at his residence.  He was born August 22, 1944 in Jackson, MI to the late Ray Walter and Helen (Kirby) Long.  On July 4, 1975 he married Vicky Steele, she preceded him in death on April 19, 2014.

Fred is survived by five children: Robert (Karisa) Long, Chad (Brittany) Long, both of Oakwood, Jeff (Loretta) Feeney of Defiance, Jerry (Kelly) Feeney of Oakwood, and Rick Long of Jackson, MI; eleven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a brother: Arthur Long of Norfolk, VA; and two great friends: Jerry and Charlie.

He is also preceded in death by a brother, Ray Long.

Fred worked at General Motors, Defiance, for 48 years.  He loved fishing, hunting, and spending time with his grandkids.  Fred also enjoyed mowing.

A private service will be held at a later date.  Arrangements are under the direction of HEITMEYER FUNERAL HOME, Oakwood.

Condolences may be expressed at www.heitmeyerfuneralhome.com