Remembering Officer Chris DeLong | Columbia News

Hundreds turned out in Elgin for a candlelight vigil to honor fallen Officer Chris DeLong Junior, a beloved husband, father, and community pillar whose smile and positivity touched everyone he met. Friends, colleagues, and neighbors filled the Elgin Community Center, standing shoulder to shoulder as they remembered his kindness, dedication, and unwavering spirit. His family, still rooted in the community, was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, while fellow first responders and local residents pledged to stand by his wife and children. A heartfelt tribute song and emotional speeches underscored the deep impact DeLong had — a legacy that will live on through the community’s continued support and the enduring memory of a man who made everyone feel seen. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9a2dd051eab2fbcc