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Waddell Longus Obituary
WADDELL LONGUS "Skip"
On Tuesday, February 28, 2012, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved father of Vince (Susan) Longus and Tracie Longus. Grandfather of three. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, Saturday, March 17, 10 to 11 a.m., where a Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, National Capital Area Chapter, 3701 Pender Drive, Suite 400,Fairfax, VA 22030.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
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March 16, 2012
Dear Tracie and Vince,
Though I knew your father for a short period of time, I felt I had known him for ages. We worked in the same profession (HR), but we talked and laughed about any subject that came to mind. It was very evident that he loved his family and he recognized he was blessed with loving family and friends.
In Sympathy, Gayle Crump
Rich Patterson
March 15, 2012
Dear Tracie and Vince,
In your Dad's big book of friends, it was my honor to be one of those with 30 plus years of respect and admiration. Your Dad was a true "Super Dude". He was an observant and inquisitive man of convictions with moral substance. Not a "fly by night" or moody individual - always Dell under total control.A person you could learn a lot from by listening and conversing with Dell - Indeed he was a man with wisdom. We enjoyed vast conversations on life and the turns and twists of fate. He was not deterred by impending death and stood fast to his convictions.Some of his lessons and discussions I will carry with me forever. He expressed his love for his family and kept close connections with many friends.
Gloria Bocchetti
March 14, 2012
Dell,
You played so many important roles in my life. What a tremendous impact you've had on me. Your presence will be dearly missed, but you'll always be in my heart.
With love -- "Sparkle"
Judith Rochester
March 12, 2012
Mr. Longus, our family has been truly blessed to have known you all these years. It's been almost 30 years since I first met you and your wonderful children, Tracie and Vince since moving here from the UK. I so enjoyed your spirit, your amazing sense of humor and your refreshing candor. There is only one Dell Longus who will be sorely missed by so many of us and our family will never be the same without you. I miss our talks, joking around and I just plain miss you. God is the lucky one to have you so close by his side now precious one. Until we meet again, I will love you always! God Bless you, with Love,
Janie Kuhn
March 12, 2012
To Dell's family and friends, I was deeply saddened to learn of his passing but know he is in a good place. He was such a fine man. He loved and cared for so many people. We should all celebrate his life. Be proud, his accomplishments leave a lasting legacy.
Photo taken at a house party, about 2010
Sue Fishbein
March 12, 2012
Dear Tracie and Vince,
My 30+ year friendship with Dell has brought immeasurable joy and insight to my life. He cared so deeply for his family and friends. in part, i feel terribly sad, adjusting to his absence, but then I catch myself chuckling, thinking of his laughter at all our mischief and mayhem over all that time! RIP, Dear Dell.
Rona Elias
March 10, 2012
Tracie, Vince and Susan,
I just came across a tee shirt that Del bought me when he, Gloria and I were down in VA doing wine tasting. It was my birthday (18 yrs ago) and we went to this winery called Naked Mountain. We went to this winery called Naked Mountain and when he saw this tee shirt that said "Drink Naked", he said you have to have this. That was Del with his twinkle in his eye sense of humor. The three of us had so much fun and laughter to include singing,well Gloria and I would sing and Del was gracious enough to listen. That what I will remember Del as gracious, witty, always ready to attach a picture of his travels to his e-mail pals (way before FB). I will be out of the country for the 17th and told Gloria that day I will find a place that has single malt scotch and lift a glass to a wonderful man.
March 10, 2012
Tracie and Vince, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family.May all the beautiful memories of your father comfort you and go on forever in the hearts and lives of those he touched.
John and Norma Fenwick
Herman Gardner
March 9, 2012
A dear friend for over 50 years...he will always be in my heart and my memory...
March 8, 2012
Tracie and Vince. Sympathy for your loss.Your Dad and I were old time friends.
Lloyd Coleman, Crofton, Md
March 8, 2012
Tracie and Vince: I knew and cherished your Dad for SO many years during my involvement with the IPMA. I will miss him dearly, but know that he is "Upstairs" with MY husband makin' "fun and trouble" in the best way possible!
Robin Hicks (New Jersey)
Kimberley Adams
March 8, 2012
Tracie and Vince, cherish the beautiful memories you have of your time with your father. He was a very special man and will live on in your hearts and in the way you live your lives.
Love you both.
Lolita James Martin
March 6, 2012
Tracie and Vinny, I am thinking of you both and I pray that you will find peace in loving memories of your dad.
Karen Helms
March 6, 2012
My sincere sympathy to your family
Kimberley Adams
March 6, 2012
Mr. Longus, I feel privileged to have known you for 32 years of my life. You treated me like a second daughter.
Your gentle, compassionate, generous spirit, and no nonsense style had a positive influence on me. I enjoyed our special times together and admired you greatly. I won't forget our shared love of oysters and Little Debbies.
You will be missed by all those you touched.
With love,
Vince Longus
March 6, 2012
Pop - Thank you for being the wonderful and nurturing father that is so needed during the times we now live in. You are part of my family's foundation and your appreciation of life's offerings and values will continue to be carried through us and friends. I love You.
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