Philip Long Obituary

Philip Scott Long, born on August 18, 1977 in Colorado Springs, son of Scott Long and Jean (Everly) Long, passed away peacefully in Denver on September 2, 2016.

Philip grew up with a love for hockey. Playing in the Pikes Peak Amateur Hockey Association from the age of six, he traveled and played throughout the Rocky Mountain Region. He continued playing hockey throughout his high school years at Cheyenne Mountain, proudly wearing his #10 jersey, the same number that his father wore when playing for the Indians. Philip graduated from Cheyenne in 1996.

Philip attended the University of Colorado in Boulder where he made life-long friendships, graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in both Finance and Accounting. He was an avid CU Buffs fan and never wavered in his devotion to the team. Upon graduation Philip went to work as a financial auditor for Cable Audit and later was the controller for Athletic Ventures, Inc. Philip loved the outdoors. With his friends, he hiked trails in Colorado and Alaska, climbed 14ers and enjoyed the family cabin at Twelve Mile. While born of the mountains, he also loved the ocean spending many memorable times in California and Hawaii.

Philip's close friends could always count on his steadfast moral support, urging them to follow their dreams and wishing them success and happiness. Philip will be remembered as a man of character, intelligence and kindness who deeply loved his family and friends, holding a particularly special place in his heart for cousin Sammy.

Philip is survived by his parents, sister Kristin, wife Tanya, stepchildren Ian and Madison, as well as many loving uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Gran-Phil, Gran-Gin and Big G.

A celebration of life is planned for family and friends. Donations may be made to a charity near and dear to Philip's heart: Small Champions, P.O. Box 4691, Vail, Colorado 81658-4691, www.smallchampions.com