Richard Allen DeLong Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Richard Allen DeLong in Chesapeake, Virginia, who passed away at the age of 96, on May 26, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Allen DeLong to show support.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Richard find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Mearl DeLong and Mathilda Kunz DeLong. He is survived by: his wife Lorraine Kranc; his brother Michael DeLong of Austin, TX; his children, Laura Neigh (Roger) of Stafford, VA and Douglas DeLong (Joanna) of Concord, CA; and his grandchildren, Joy Knighton of Midlothian, VA, Christopher Neigh of Stafford, VA, Kristen O'Connell of Clayton, CA and Nicole DeLong of Dublin, CA. He is also survived by 5 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations in Richard's honor made to @Heart Hospice, 349 Southport Circle, Suite 106, Virginia Beach, VA., 23452.
