Obituary

Donald Long

September 25, 1963 - February 22, 2025

Donald Long, age 61 and a resident of Franklinton, passed away Saturday afternoon February 22, 2025 at his home after a lengthy illness. He worked as a truck driver for several years but was well known for serving his community as a fireman for many years. Donald was an active member of the Washington Parish Fire Departments in Pine and most recently Mount Hermon. He was quick to respond to each and every call for help and was dedicated to serving others. Along with other local volunteers, he took supplies and food to fire departments in areas dealing with natural disasters like Texas, Tennessee and many others. He always enjoyed serving during the Washington Parish Fair and using the fire department to collect toys for children in need. Each Christmas, Donald would supply the Fair Haven Children’s Home with much needed gifts because he had such a Big Heart for the young children. He also served with the Washington Parish Coroner’s Office for several years. He enjoyed planting a garden every year and loved riding his old tractor. Donald liked to watch his favorite veterinarian show The Incredible Doctor Pol and spend time with his family and friends.

Survived by: Wife: Jan Smith Long; Children: Willard V. Badeaux, Jr., Connie Marie Badeaux and their children; Special Nephew and Niece: Lawrence “J.R.” Jenkins and Jennifer Jenkins and their children Trevor, Natalie, Briley and Tynlee; Sisters and Brothers in law: Benita and Larry Harsly, Bridgette and Gaylen Gill, Lisa Long; Nieces and Nephews: Kaitlyn, Kristen, Whitney, Lauren, Destiny “Scoot”, B.J., Madison, Josh; Also numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, other family members and friends

He was preceded in death by his mother Bernice Long, brother Brian Long, father in law and mother in law Winfred and Alice Smith and other family members

Visitation will be at Crain Funeral Home (1109 Bene Street, Franklinton) on Friday February 28th from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm and after 9:00 am on Saturday March 1st. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 11:00 am Saturday with Rev. Keith Branch officiating. Burial will follow in the Confederate Hill Memorial Garden on his property.

Members of the Washington Parish Fire Departments will serve as pallbearers.