Harold Long, 78, of Tipp City, Ohio, passed away on February 7, 2025 after an ongoing battle with congestive heart failure.

Harold was born on March 24, 1946 to Donald and Wilma Long in Dayton, Ohio. After Harold graduated from Stebbins High School in 1964, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served as military police in Germany.  Upon return, he was employed as a pattern maker by the Duriron Company in Dayton for 37 years.  Following his retirement until the time of his death, he spent time as a starter at Homestead Golf Course. Harold was a long-time member of the Tipp City Eagles.

On February 13, 1970, Harold married Barbara Long (Zell). Harold and Barbara would have been married 55 years this week.  They went on to have two daughters, Becky Long of Columbus, Ohio and Lisa Belk (Ben) of Knoxville, TN. Harold is survived by his wife, daughters, and black lab Abby, who will miss rides in the car with her best friend.  Harold's biggest joy was his grandchildren, who were lucky enough to spend lots of quality time with their "papa" on multiple vacations, fishing trips, playing sports in the backyard and scratching lottery tickets at the kitchen table. Papa will be missed by Bradley, Lauren and Brandon Belk, as well as Parker Long Wachsmith.

Harold loved his family and friends with all of his weakening heart.  In lieu of services, Harold will be cremated and his ashes will be scattered by his immediate family at his favorite place, the Great Smoky Mountains. The family suggests anyone wishing to make a memorial contribution in Harold's honor to please consider the Miami County Humane Society, P.O. Box 789, Troy, Ohio 45373. Arrangements have been entrusted to Frings and Bayliff Funeral Home, Tipp City. Online condolences may be expressed at www.fringsandbayliff.com.

Miami County Humane Society
PO Box 789, Troy OH 45373