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Patrick Long Obituary

PATRICK 'PAT' T. LONG FREEPORT - Patrick "Pat" T. Long of Freeport passed away Monday, March 19, 2012, at Rockford Memorial Hospital in Rockford. Born Sept.25, 1954, in Belvidere, the son of James and Louise Long. He married Gail Hobson on Feb. 9, 1980, in Rockford, she survives him. Patrick was a die hard St. Louis Cardinal baseball fan and St. Louis Rams football fan. He also enjoyed traveling, especially to Jamaica. Survived by brothers, Roger (Janet) and Michael Long, sisters, Sandy (Bill) Rather and Debra (Scott) Peterson; several nieces, nephews and cousins; brother-in-law, Randy Hobson; and his favorite uncle, Harry Darley. Predeceased by his parents; father and mother-in-law; and several aunts and uncles. Memorial service at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 24, At Advantage Funeral Home, with visitation from 10 a.m. to time of service. Cremation rites will be accorded. Online condolences may be submitted to dignitymemorial.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23, 2012.

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March 23, 2012

Gail, Mike, Roger, & Debbie I am so sorry to hear about Pat. Have alot of memories growing up with you guy's. My thought's and prayers are with you all. Mike Mcwilliams South Beloit Ill.

kim and dave philpot

March 23, 2012

Janet, Roger and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief.

Lisa Darley

March 23, 2012

Gail,I was so sorry to hear about Pats passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nari Coronel

March 23, 2012

Gail I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I wish you inner strength to help you cope with this loss. Pat was a great man. I feel your pain. I loss a great man the end of last year so if you need anyone to lean on. Call me email me or send me a fb message. I love you dearly.

ruby Lyons

March 22, 2012

Gail words fail me. I'm so sorry for your loss. Pat was a great guy. Keep your chin up.

thinking of you

Jane Bowen

March 22, 2012

thoughts and prayers with you always..Jane Bowen

roy & tammy glasgow

March 22, 2012

gail, so sorry for your loss. pat was a great man. i only knew him for a short time but he and you have been great friends and u will always be a part of our family. Roy & Tammy Glasgow

BOB & LORA ANGELINI

March 22, 2012

Gail we are so very sorry for your loss Pat was the best..He was always there when anyone needed anything..He will be missed so much..I hope you find some peace in your life.. And hey Pat go cardinals...

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