Michael Long

, Michael P. Long, age 89, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2025. Born and raised in Dallas, Michael graduated from Sunset High School in 1953 and Texas A&M in 1957.

Always an entrepreneur, Michael owned several successful businesses during his long career including Southern Metals and Metal Tech companies.

In his spare time, Michael was an avid sailor, tennis player and skier, making many close friends at Lake Texoma, TBarM, Churchill Park and the Dallas Ski Club.

Michael was most proud of his family. Preceded in death by his parents Kathryne and William Long, he is survived by his love of 36 years, Melissa Mitchell-Long, and his children Teresa May and husband Michael, Michael Long, Jr. and wife Luisa, Michelle Knize and husband Michael. Also surviving him are his grandchildren Conner May and wife Amanda, Mitchell May, Caroline Knize, Abigail Knize and greatgrandchildren Gavin May and Aubrey May. Additional surviving family members include his cousins Fred Lockhart, Michelle Goldsmith and husband Michael, Kathleen Lockhart and their families.

A memorial celebration will be held on August 5, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at the Park City Club, 5956 Sherry Ln #1700, Dallas, TX 75225.