Andrew Dennis Long

Age 25 of Fairfield passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008. He was born February 19, 1983 in Cincinnati, the son of Dennis and Joan (Holle) Long. Andrew graduated from Fairfield High School in 2001, Xavier University in 2005, and was currently working on his MBA, also at Xavier. He was employed as a retention account manager at Hobsons. Those who knew Andrew appreciated his kindness and sense of humor. He enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his family and friends, especially his niece and nephew, and cheering for his beloved Musketeers. Andrew was also passionate about helping animals in need and proud of his associations, especially as a "Golden Elephant" within the Republican Party.

He leaves behind his parents, Dennis and Joan (nee Holle) Long; brothers, Noah (Erin) Elhard and Jacob (Amber) Long; grandparents, Reginald and Marla Holle; nephew and niece, Hunter and Joanna Elhard; uncles and aunts, Charlotte (Gary) Dodge and Todd (Jeannine) Holle; and cousins, Jennifer (Terry) Wood, Joshua (Jennifer) Dodge and John Holle. Andrew was preceded in death by his grandparents, George and Evelyn Long.

Visitation will be 5-8 p.m., Friday, November 14, at the Avance Funeral Home & Crematory, 4976 Winton Rd., Fairfield, OH 45014. A Memorial Service will be 1 p.m., Saturday, November 15, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 1553 Kinney Ave., Mt. Healthy, OH 45231. Memorials: Xavier University Scholarship Fund, 3800 Victory Pkwy., Cinti, OH 45207 or to the Animal Adoption Center, 2480 Ross-Millville Rd., Hamilton, OH 45013. Condolences and information: www.avancefuneralhome.com

Visitation

5-8 p.m., Friday, November 14, 2008 @ Avance Funeral Home

Service

1 p.m., Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ Trinity Lutheran Church