Garnett William "Buddy" Long, Jr., 67, passed away December 11, 2015. He was a retired horticulturist for the Louisville Zoo, and was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Garnett and Leona Long; and his sister, Diane Allen. Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Doris Haynes Long; daughters, Stephanie Long Brinley(Aaron) and Cathleen Long Stewart(Matthew); grandchildren, Lillian Stewart and Kayley Paige; sisters, Nancy Cox(Albert), Barbara Gardner, and Darlene Glabb; brother, Gary Long; 16 nieces and nephews; and 38 great-nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be 12pm Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at Evergreen Funeral Home with interment in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be 12pm-8pm Monday. Memorial contributions can be made to the Louisville Zoo.