October 23, 1940 - August 25, 2023

Roy Leecil Long, 82, was born on October 23, 1940, in Bell, California to Roy Long and Violet White. Roy entered into his eternal rest on August 25, 2023, in Downey, California.

Roy was intelligent and hard-working. He dedicated over 40 years while employed as a Steamfitter in the Pipe Trades. In the early years he worked through the union, then the South Gate General Motors plant until it closed, and finally at LA County Rancho Los Amigos until he retired. He had a great sense of humor and an artistic side he expressed by welding sculptures, painting and anything to do with flowering plants, which led him to his lifetime membership in the Downey Rose Float Association where he helped construct and flower many floats.

Roy lived in Downey over 50 years and is survived by his loving family: Wife for over 60 years, Jeanette Long of Downey; Daughters, Cynthia and Melissa (James) Barger; Grandchildren, Matthew and Nicholas Barger both of Downey; and Brother, John Long of Fremont, CA.

Roy will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved him. Predeceased by his brother, Peter Long.

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