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Melvin "Drew" Drewry Long

Jul 1, 1942 Jan 13, 2023

Melvin 'Drew' Drewry Long passed away on January 13, 2023, at the age of 80. Drew loved spending time with his family, nothing made him happier than playing with and teasing his grandchildren. He loved his Savior Jesus Christ and served faithfully in several callings.

Drew had a love of all things but thoroughly enjoyed genealogy, western movies, sweets, sports, coaching, guns, and the United States of America. On January 11, 1962, he married the love of his life, Elisabeth Boot.

You can be the poorest man but if you have your family you're rich.

Drew was a kind, caring and fun-loving gentleman. He made friends everywhere he went and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Drew wanted to be a cowboy like John Wayne, but since he was born in the wrong era, he settled for being a police officer. He started his career with the South Lake Lake City Police Department where he retired as a Chief of Police.

Drew was happiest when he was surrounded by his family, and frequently said "You can be the poorest man, but if you have your family you're rich."

In honor of Drew's love of law enforcement, his family would like to donate to the Davis County FOP Foundation which supports, law enforcement families, and community members in need each year at their annual 'Cops and Kids' Christmas shopping events.

While Drew might no longer be with us, his memory will last forever!

Services

Viewing

Lake Hills Memorial

Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 11:00 PM – Monday, January 23, 2023 at 1:00 AM

10055 S. State
Sandy, UT 84070

Funeral Service

Mountain Point 1st Ward

Monday, January 23, 2023 at 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

498 E. Hollow Creek
Draper, UT 84020

Burial

Larkin Sunset Gardens

Monday, January 23, 2023 at 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM

1950 E. 10600 S.
Sandy, UT 84092

Livestream Service

Monday, January 23, 2023 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Personal Information

Born
Provo, UT US
Cause of Death
IBM - Inclusion Body Myositis and Heart Failure
Died
Draper, UT US
Worked For
City of South Salt Lake
Gender
Male
Occupation
Law Enforcement
Religion and Beliefs
Latter-day Saint
Education
Associate's
Brigham Young University
FBI Academy

Life Story Info

Author
Lisa Smith
Post Date
Jan 19, 2023
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