He retired from the US Air Force after 20 years of service and was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Kyle Lodge # 422 F. & A. M. in Whitesburg.
Darrell was preceded in death by his parents: Earl and Mary Long of Morristown; grandparents: Charlie and Stella Long of Church Hill and William and Rosa Eaton of Church Hill.
He is survived by his daughters: Delena Thomas and Sabrina Long; Grandchildren: Anastasia, Bryan, Michael, Tyler and Matthew. Great grandchildren: Rowan, Jasper and Emma. Sister: Marie Long, brothers: C.E. Long and Scotty (Patty) Long, along with several nieces and nephews.
Visitation with the family will be Friday, July 8, 2023 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Stubblefield Funeral Home with a memorial service to follow at 7:00 PM.
Military graveside services will be Saturday, July 9, 2023 at 10:00 AM in Hamblen Memory Gardens.
