Copcarguy and daughter killed in traffic collision

[spectragod]

I just learned that one of our members copcarguy, a friend of mine fron Michigan was killed this morning in a traffic accident along with his 6 year old daughter..... I really don't know what to say, I just talked with him 2 days ago.

The link if anyone is interested.

http://abclocal.go.com/wjrt/story?secti ... id=6025681

SG

[firefighter13669]

My prayers go out to all involved ......

[MTS2000des]

just goes to show you how life can end so quickly. last night a wrong way driver took out 3 people in a head on TC. I was on that same road (hwy 5) just 10 min before it happened.

these events remind us how truly short life is and not to sweat the small stuff and get caught up in needless drama.

I am sorry about your loss SG, did not know copcarguy, but it is always a loss for all of us when a member of our community passes on, especially under these circumstances. My thoughts are with his family.

[bilat]

My prayers go out to the family. What a horrible tragedy.

[tvsjr]

RIP. My prayers are with the family.

[spectragod]

I will say that I will miss Dan's company, friendship and regular busting my balls over some of the silly $hit that we used to do.

Even though we lived hundred's of miles apart, we always made our way to police fleet expo, Dayton Hamvention, Fort Wayne hamfest etc.

As a sidenote, well before this board was in place as it is now(about 12 years ago), Dan gave me my board name, because of all the Spectra's I used to fix for him. I had thought about changing it, but after this, I think that I will keep it as it is.

The thing I find odd is that Dan alway's wore his seat belt, he was very careful and a safe driver,Something may have distracted him this morning, who know's? it really shows that life can change on us in mere seconds.

SG

[alex]

My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved in this tragic accident. I'm sure I've probably met him a few times at Darren's booth, it's sad to see this happen to someone who obviously knew a number of folks here.

If there's anything we can do, ask.

-Alex

[spectragod]

My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved in this tragic accident. I'm sure I've probably met him a few times at Darren's booth, it's sad to see this happen to someone who obviously knew a number of folks here.

If there's anything we can do, ask.

-Alex

You indeed did meet him, he racked at my house last year and set up in my spaces. Thanks to everyone for their kind thoughts.

SG

[KG4LHQ]

My apologies to the family and everyone involved.

[chet-]

Please pass my prayer onto his family.

Chet

[Will]

Very, very sad.. I read the story and comments/posts there and came to tears..

My prayers go out to Dan and Emily, and relatives.

[txshooter]

Another terrible tragedy. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family in their time of need.

It really does make you think about how short life is. A good friend of mine and fellow officer passed away a couple days ago. She seemed to be in good health, but began to feel poorly and her sister took her to the ER. She had a perforated ulcer and died after surgery.

Treat every day here as it were your last and cherish every moment you have with family and friends.

[Ford]

I'm sorry to hear that, it brings a sadness that is not quantifiable. My thoughts are with them, and you guys.

[JAYMZ]

I am so sorry to hear that.. my thoughts go to his family and his friends...

[wkr518]

Our thoughts are prayer go out to his family and friends.He was one of the first private messages I ever received on this board.
He pointed me to Will-Burt for a telescoping and pneumatic mast for a project here.
I will miss his wit,endearing advice and at times corny candor.
RIP Copcarguy
Wayne

[spectragod]

Daniel and Emily Long
(Died March 17, 2008)

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Birch Run, MI
Father and daughter passed away on March 17, 2008 age 43, and 5. He married Wenise Stenger, she survives him. Dan graduated from De La Salle High school. They were members of St. Lorenz Lutheran Church where Emily attended school. Dan was a Hazel Park Police Reserve and the owner of Long Light Emergency Equipment for over 20 years.

Surviving are one son Benjamin Long of North Carolina, and one step-daughter Elizabeth Beelman and fiancé Mike Reinbold of Frankenmuth. His parents, Alan and Adele Long of Detroit, one Brother David Long Detroit, and in-laws William and Lillian Stenger of Bridgeport, also many other family members and friends.

Funeral Services will take place on Saturday March 22, 2008, 10:00 am at the Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth 590 N. Franklin St. and 11:00 am at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church. Rev. Gary Bender will officiate with burial to take place between services at St. Lorenz Cemetery. The Long family will receive visitors on Thursday from 4-8 pm and Friday from 2-8 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Daniel and Emily Long Memorial Fund C/O Wenise Long.

[SYNTORX71MAN]

OMG...How Terrible , My Families Prayers go to his...
Ladies amd Gentleman...Life is so short enjoy every minute with your family and friends you can.....

[kf4sqb]

While I didn't actually know Dan, although I'm sure we crossed paths on the board a few times, my heart goes out to his family and friends in their time of loss. RIP Dan and Emily.

[dcaptain]

Dan was one of the nicest people in the world. Not only would he give you the shirt off his back, first he would have it pressed, help you put it on and button it up for you. And then he would ask if there was anything else he could do to help you.

I always looked froward to seeing him and Wenise at the Jackson Fire Show in april and getting to see him again at Dayton.

It is going to be hard going to these places without seeing him, but at least we will know he will be watching us from above.

He will be missed by a lot of folks.

Forever your Friend,
dale in cleveland
dcaptain

[oldradioguy]

Sorry to hear this. Not what you want to hear.

[MT2000 man]

Wow, this is horrible news. My thoughts and prayers will go out to the family. A very sad tragedy.

[Terry_Glover]

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[Terry_Glover]

Very, very unfortunate accident.

May Father and Child rest in peace...

[Greg2561]

So sorry to hear about this loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the families.

Greg

[Jim2121]

Very sorry, prayers are with the families.....Jim

[Evil Scientist - BOO]

SG,

I'm deeply saddened to hear about this tragedy. Dan truly was as nice a fellow as you could ever meet, and I consider myself fortunate to have gotten to know him the little bit that I did last year at Dayton. I'll be sure to keep Dan, Emily, and their family in my thoughts and prayers.

-Dan

[N6LAU]

My heart and prayers go out to the families and friends...Life is precious.

Joe
N6LAU

[nh7cy]

This is very sad news. My prayers go out to his family.

[DC615]

Rest in peace friends. My deepest sympathy is expressed to the family and friends.

[FireCpt809]

This was passed along to me by a friend in the Antique emergency vehicle fourms.. I will try to get a copy of the flyer that goes along with it to post.


I am contacting you to request your assistance with the “Dan & Emily Long Memorial Emergency
Vehicle Show”. Dan Long was a 20 year member of the Hazel Park Police Auxiliary Unit and owner
operator of Long Light Emergency Equipment, an emergency vehicle outfitter for over 20 years
servicing many Police, Fire, and EMS Departments throughout Michigan.

On March 17, 2008, while Dan was driving Emily, his 5 year old daughter to school, they were
broadsided by a vehicle in Saginaw County. Tragically, Dan and Emily were both killed at the
scene. In an effort to honor the memory of Dan & Emily the Hazel Park Police Department, Fire
Department and Police Auxiliary Unit, are holding the first Annual “Dan & Emily Long Memorial
Emergency Vehicle Show”.

The show is being held on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at The Hazel Park Harness Raceway,
with show hours from 10:00am to 4:00pm. The show will feature classic and current emergency
vehicles, classic and show cars from across Michigan. Demonstrations are scheduled with Police
K-9 units and the Michigan State Police Bomb Squad with several more in the works.

Donations can be made to:

The Dan & Emily Long Memorial Fund,
PO Box 806243, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080.

[58sniper]

You can also visit the memorial site at http://www.danandemilylong.com/