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STUART LONG Obituary
Stuart James Long (Age 75)
On Saturday, July 29, 2017, of Washington, DC. Beloved husband of Cherie Long; loving father of Jessica (Daniel Balserak) Long and Jamie (Jennifer Fountain) Long. Proud grandfather of Ella and Caitlin Balserak. Brother of Richard Long, Joseph Long, Tricia Stanley, Nancy Wardinski; the late Kao Long, Michelle Ambrosio and Rosemary Venzke. Also survived by many friends and relatives. Visitation will be held at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Church, 900 North Capitol Street, NW (at Eye Street), Washington, DC, Sunday, August 13, 2017, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Church, Monday, August 14, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in honor of Stu Long to Gonzaga College High School, 19 Eye Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 to The Stuart J. Long Memorial Fund. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for STUART LONG
Robert McCarthy
July 30, 2020
Today I am reflecting on the last time I saw Stuart. My son and I came from Richmond and Virginia Beach to the Tiger Woods tournament at Congressional Country Club. I ran into Stuart and we had a beer together. It is good to remember happy times.
Doug Patton
August 27, 2017
Our heartfelt sympathies to Cherie and the family. Stuart was a dear friend. I remember his great humor and his dedication to Gonzaga.
Doug and Nancy Patton Avon Colorado
Tony Pagonis
August 25, 2017
Our condolences and prayers to Stuart's family. He and my father accomplished so much back in the day.
Robert M McCarthy III
August 20, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. Stuart and your family are in our prayers. I was in the class of '60 and am so proud of what Stuart did for Gonzaga
Jim and Kathie Dalrymple
August 18, 2017
Our hearts and prayers are with you. Stu was a very special guy! Fondly, Jim and Kathie
Tom Perkins
August 18, 2017
My condolences to the family and many friends
Jeff Maguire
August 17, 2017
Of course I'm late, just like all my bar shifts. I'm still in the business all these years later. So blessed to have his advice and boundless patience. Just telling a new bartender a story about Stu last week! I remember his 50th birthday party at Quigley's and Baseball Bill's toast. So many wonderful memories and lifetime friends. Thank you Stu for making that all possible. Cheer
Warren, Jeanne, Dana and Devon Leary
August 13, 2017
Remembering a man of dedication and loyalty who loved Gonzaga as our family does. Stuart's passing is a great loss to our community and we share the sorrow with his family.
August 12, 2017
a life well lived ..best to you bud don & peg defranceaux
Greg Gibson
August 12, 2017
My sincerest condolences to the family. R.I.P. Mr. Long.
August 12, 2017
STU was a loyal GONZAGA man '61 + Holy Cross Grad '65. He helped build modern Gonzaga. The Michigan State Washington Alumni partied @ the Hawk/Dove. JIM MORIARTY G '62.
Albert B. Bradford Sr.
August 11, 2017
I will always remember the time STUART took to the time to give me some invaluable advice years ago, which proved helpful. He was a gentleman and a friend who listened to you. To the LONG family I extend my condolences during your loss and you will be in my prayers.
Nathan Neal
August 11, 2017
I will miss my friend, whom over the years, I have come to really appreciate. A very good man and kind hearted man will be missed by Washingtonians.
With Love and prayers to the family.
Hon. Charles A. Abdella
August 8, 2017
My profound sympathy to his family. Stu was a giant in whatever mission he undertook in education, law, business and life. May he rest in peace.
john grattan
August 8, 2017
The world is a little bit duller a place with Stu gone.
He was a man of extraordinary intelligence and energy and beneath his quick and often barbed wit he had the biggest heart in DC.
Ave atque vale, old friend.
Jim Boehler
August 8, 2017
My deep sympathy to the family of a great guy with a big heart.
Jim Boehler
Holy Cross'64
Frank Gilligan
August 8, 2017
Stuie.....it was great to be with you at our 50th Holy Cross Reunion, and I enjoyed our chats and walk.
Bless YOU !
Greg Mallet-Prevost
August 7, 2017
This change of venue thing isn't working Stu... you're more with us then you were...
Greg Mallet-Prevost
August 7, 2017
This change of venue thing isn't working Stu. ..you're with us more than you were.
Nicole Boston (Testa)
August 7, 2017
In the years since I graduated from American and left Quigley's, I have thought of Stuart often. He showed me considerable kindness when I worked for him and provided me with experiences that boosted my confidence and propelled me to where I am today. He was a tremendous mentor, although at the time I had no idea that the lessons he was imparting would last me a lifetime. My deepest condolences to Cherie and all his family and friends. xoxo
Carolyn Gibson
August 7, 2017
My condolences to the family
Jack Pfeiffer
August 7, 2017
Stuart Long will always be a hero to the communities that he served. He truly lived Gonzaga's motto of "men for others."
August 7, 2017
RIP to one of my favorite men.Knew him before he married Cherie - Accomplished so much on behalf of our great city. We'll all miss him and love him forever.
August 7, 2017
The era of a Legend has ended but the memories will live on forever. RIP.
Rhys Williams
Jonathan Monetti
August 6, 2017
He was a good boss and a good man. He tolerated our antics at Quigley's with much more patience than I could have mustered...he knew how to be tough, but more often than not he had a soft spot for a bunch of foolish kids just leaving the bubble of college--and watched out for them more than they knew. RIP, Stuart.
Cydney Mulieri
August 6, 2017
With love and prayers to you and your family.
Susan Hannon
August 6, 2017
Cherie, So sorry to hear of your loss, take good care.
Susan (McAvoy) Hannon
Robert Haslinger
August 6, 2017
Those of us from Greenbelt have lost a dear childhood friend. Rest easy now, Stu. You have earned eternal life in our memories!
Thomas McGettrick
August 6, 2017
We will miss Stu, grand fellow and friend, RIP
August 6, 2017
God speed Stu, and thanks for all the smiles. One of the best!!
Susie Tracie
Jimmy Cassedy
August 5, 2017
Stu made me laugh everytime I saw him. Many years ago on a Dubliner golf trip to Ireland Stu needed to hedge his bets.
Since I had one of the highest handicaps of the group, Stu assumed he would easily beat my score. I played my best round of golf the next day and beat Stu by one shot. Stu couldn't believe he had lost his money to a hacker. I enjoyed reminding Stu of this embarrassing loss for the next 15 years at the Dubliner Charity Golf tournament. RIP my friend.
Tim Dolan
August 5, 2017
A legendary Eagle. RIP
Tom RYAN
August 5, 2017
We will miss Stuart very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tom and Shirley Ryan
Greg Lyon-Loftus
August 5, 2017
Rest in God's peace
Frank Reardon
August 5, 2017
In fond memory of a wonderful person. I will miss you. Fine man!
Diane Groft
August 4, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Randy and Diane Hering Groft
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