John Arthur Long was born October 11, 1927 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Donal M. and Viola Hortence Jensen Long. He passed away April 29, 2015 after a long battle with heart problems. He left behind his wife, Mildred Dorcas Wignall, after 65 years of marriage; daughter Debora McMahon; 3 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; special niece, Patty Walker; and sister, Juanita. He is preceded in death by son, Donal. Graveside services will be held Monday, May 4, 2015, 11:00 a.m. at Elysian Burial Gardens, 1075 East 4580 South . Arrangements under the direction of McDougal Funeral Home. Place of Birth:Salt Lake City, UtahPlace of Death:West Valley City