Irvin Long

Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Irvin Long

Aug. 22, 1935 - April 3, 2020

McCOOK, Neb. — Irvin Dale Long was born Aug. 22, 1935, at Imperial, Neb., to Winifred H. and Hazel E. (North) Long. Irvin grew up in Chase County and graduated From Elsie High School, Elsie, Neb. Irvin assisted his parents on the farm and worked for farmers in the their area.

Irvin married Thelma J. Siefken on March 12, 1955, in Benkelman, Neb. The couple settled in Wauneta, Neb., and then Lincoln, Neb., where Irvin was employed in construction.

He joined the Nebraska Games and Parks Department in 1975, moving near the Red Willow Reservoir, north of McCook. Irvin became the Southwest Nebraska Reservoir supervisor, retiring from the department in 2006.

Irvin enjoyed the out-of-doors; hunting and fishing were primary hobbies. He loved to collect and repair old clocks as well as being on a bowling team with friends. He was a life-time member of the Moose, Eagles, and the NRA organizations.

Irvin passed away from a long battle with heart disease on Friday morning, April 3, 2020, at his home in rural McCook. He was 84 years of age.

Survivors include his wife, Thelma of rural McCook; daughters, Jean Thomas (Fred) of York, Neb., Jacqua (Jackie) Georges (Randy), of rural McCook; Jody French (Duane) of Sioux City, Iowa and Terry Landolt and friend (Mike Kahler) of Sutton, Neb.; son, Billy Long (Leann) of Waco, Neb,; 18 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Penny Ritchie; grandson, Shawn Ritchie; an infant sister; brothers, Marion and Bud Long; sister-in-law, Millie Long; brother-in-law, Jerry Siefken; and mother- and father-in-law, Art and Lois Siefken

Funeral services are pending and will be at a later date.

Memorials have been suggested to the Long Family for designation at a future date.

Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com

Liewer Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.