Elizabeth K. "Betty" DeLong, 82, of Mansfield, died Tuesday, March 24, 2009, at Mifflin Care Center. Born November 26, 1926, in Mansfield, she was the daughter of Andrew and Barbara Brandt Gottfried. A homemaker, Betty was a member of First Church of the Brethren where she volunteered in many areas. She was also very involved with her children and grandchildren. She will be long remembered for the warmth she gave through her afgans and caring nature.
Surviving are her husband of 60 years, Mervin L. DeLong; a daughter, Barb Larry Lieb of Mansfield; two sons, Robert Wanda Tong DeLong of Houston, TX and Larry Beth DeLong of Grove City, OH; four grandchildren, Erin, Jeanette Chris, Brendon and Hannah; one great granddaughter, Maddilyn; three brothers, John Gladys Gottfried of Mansfield, Robert Amalia Gottfried of Nebraska and Paul DaLee Gottfried of Mansfield; and a sister-in-law, Clariss Gottfried. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Richard and Douglas DeLong; three sisters, Barbara, Katherine and Pauline Gottfried; and a brother, Andrew Gottfried.
Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, March 26, 2009, at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 100 S. Springmill-Lexington Rd, Mansfield, OH 44906. Memorial services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 27, 2009, at the funeral home conducted by Pastor Linda Lewis, with additional calling hours from 12-1 p.m.. Burial will be at a later date in Mansfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Church of the Brethren.
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