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Prudence Long Obituary
LIMA — Prudence A. Long, 71, passed away at 5:12 a.m., Saturday, November 18, 2017 surrounded by her family at her home.
Prudence was born June 26, 1946 in Lima, Ohio to R. Stanley Tam who survives and Juanita M. (Lindeman) Tam who is deceased. On August 17, 1968 she married Dr. Darrell P. Long who survives in Lima.
Prudence was a graduate of Lima Senior High School in 1964 and received her degree from Asbury College, Wilmore, KY in 1968. Prudence taught school in Savannah, GA. and at Bath, Elida and Shawnee Schools in Lima. She also taught calligraphy for many years in the Lima area. She is a 58 year member of the Christian Missionary Alliance Church. Prudy attends Bluelick Bible Church for the past 12 years and taught Sunday School classes there. She is a 30 year member of Lima Women's Club and currently is the Historian for the group. She is also a member of the Art Study Group and Children Choosing Christ. She taught the Good News Club at Horace Mann Elementary School.
She is blessed with a family who loved her dearly, her sons, Stuart Long of Westerville, Ohio, and Stanley T. (Kristen) Long of Lima, her daughter, Sarah E. (Michael) Fennell of Parker, CO., Grandchildren, Seth, Molly and Jack Fennell and Savannah and Jacob Long. Prudence siblings include, Rachel (Glen) Day of Westerville, OH., Rebecca (d) (Wesley) Lytle of St. Marys, OH., and Candace (Paul) Von Tobel of Valparaiso, IN.
Funeral services will begin 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at Bluelick Bible Church, Pastor Jim Neighbors will officiate the service. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL and also one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Bluelick Bible Church, 1138 W Bluelick Road, Lima, Ohio, 45801.
Condolences may be expressed at chiles-lamanfh.com.
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Mel and Fran Noah
November 12, 2020
Sweet memories. Loved her smile and laugh.
November 25, 2017
Darrel, I always felt a bit of a special connect with you and Prudy. After graduating from Asbury in 1968 I taught Middle School Social Studies in the Shawnee Local school district for seven years. I have many happy memories from my time spent there in the Lima area. And I know you have many more than that thinking of Prudy. I'm sure you are missing her terribly even though you know you will see her again in Heaven someday. Darrell, you will remain in my prayers. Hope to see you at the Golden Grads Reunion next June.
kathy holmes
November 22, 2017
i enjoyed many fun shopping trips with prudy in the 1980's and 1990's while i lived in lima. she was so cheerful, sweet and kind. her calligraphy talent was stellar. her faith and love for her family were steadfast. she was very proud of you all!
November 22, 2017
i enjoyed shopping trips with prudy as well as her friendship while i lived in lima in the 1980's and 1990's. she was so cheerful and sweet and dedicated to her faith. and a master calligrapher! my condolences to the family of whom she was most proud and beloved. kathy holmes
Josh and Renee Hansen
November 21, 2017
So very sad to hear about Prudy's passing. I have fond memories of her reciting scripture to Stuart and I as we acted as teenagers typically did. She was always so sweet with a quiet yet powerful presence. She will be missed.
Dianna Fast
November 21, 2017
My heart goes out to the Long family at this time of loss May God grant you comfort and peace. Prudy was a wonderful woman of God She will be missed Dianna (Aldrich) Fast
November 21, 2017
We fondly remember Prudy, and are so sorry to learn of her passing. Rejoicing that she is with the Lord in Heaven. Our condolences to Darrel and the family. Ken and Sue Bowers (Duncanville, TX)
Mel and Fran Noah
November 21, 2017
We were saddened to learn of Prudy's passing, but rejoice in the knowledge she is with the Lord. We remember her sweet smile and laugh and have one of her beautiful calligrafies hanging in our home. Prayer for the Lord's comfort, strength and peace, Darrel and the family.
William Mulroy
November 20, 2017
Brenda and I have such great memories of the times spent with you both in the past. Prudy was such an inspiration to us and great times together.
Harold & Theresa Cox & Family
November 20, 2017
Dear Family, So sorry for your loss of such a dear loved one. Truly our loss and heavens gain. She was such a joy and honor to work with at the Bath Good News Club about ten years ago with Kathy McClintock and I. She will always hold a special place in our hearts. I have one of her cards sitting right before me. I Cor. 13:5 Love never fails. May God comfort you all at this time. Titus 2:13
Raelene Phillips
November 20, 2017
Darrell and family, I have nothing but happy memories of times with Prudy. She is a shining light for Jesus and we thank God for the privilege of knowing her. We live in FL now, so cannot attend the services, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Blessings, Dan and Raelene Phillips
Christopher Scurlock
November 20, 2017
Very sorry to read this, Prudy was a wonderful, cheerful part of Cable Road Alliance when I was growing up.
Bill McIlrath, Jr.
November 20, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you/the Long family at this time. We are also grieving the death of my Dad on August 26.... Darrell and Prudy were college contemporaries (of my parents) who became Savannah neighbors and then lifelong friends to our family. Prudy will be fondly remembered by all of us. Her faith has now become sight. (Proverbs 3:5-6)
November 19, 2017
Dear family, So sorry for your lost. I took MANY calligraphy classes and learned to love her dearly! Will certainly miss her. Monetta Lloyd, Gomer, Ohio
Tina Kesler
November 19, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Our intentions was to attend Prudy's funeral but my Aunt's funeral is during the exact same time. Clinging to the Promise God gives us and looking forward to being reunited in Heaven one day.
Diane (Stewart) Baughman
November 19, 2017
To Prudy's dear family, our prayers are with your family at this time. Prudy impacted my life way back at the CMA church on S Elizabeth - Grade 7-8 - Mrs. Welty's Girl's SS class. Prudy was a warm gracious friend who made sure she sat by me every Sunday I came with my grandmother, Cora Stewart. Last year in October, I met Prudy after all these years and was able to share with her the influence her actions had on my life over all these years and in our ministry. I wanted to thank her personally. You know many of the lives she has affected for Christ, but I wanted you to know that she was affecting lives for Christ even in 7-8th grade. A very special lady with an amazing testimony. Our prayers are with you.
Steve & Jenee Lynch
November 19, 2017
Darrel, Stuart, Stanley, Sarah & Family,
May God surround you with comfort, during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
The Lynch Family
Steve & Jenee
Ryan & Jennifer
Keith, Jenny & Kade
Mary Greene
November 19, 2017
Prudence was our Asbury College Classmate and she will be missed.It hits me in the depths of my soul to hear of her passing. Darrell you had this wonderful companion since 1968 and her life and her lagacy will be with you always. So sorry that she had to go but she is in Glory now and that should bring some comfort. May all who are close to you, help you through this difficult season.
November 19, 2017
Dear Mr. Tam, Darrell and family - George and I extend to each of you our deepest sympathy! Prudy was a remarkable lady and her presence among us will be sorely missed! We will be "holding" you close in our thoughts and prayers as we praise God for the life of His faithful servant! George and Jan Schiffer (Somerset, KY)
Wilda Haidle
November 19, 2017
Darrel, Jim and I send our heartfelt sympathy to you and yours. We are in Florida, but please know we care.
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