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Beverly Long Obituary

Beverly Anne (Bev) Long, 63, of Salem, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2009. Celebration 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at the Virginia Veterans Care Center Chapel. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Jul. 13 to Jul. 14, 2009.

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Linda Murphy

July 14, 2009

To the family of Bev Long,
I first met Bev as a new graduate of LPN school, at my first job, she was very nice to me and helped me get through those first few months. A wonderful nurse and good with her patients. She will be missed by her patients, fellow workers and kitties. Thank you Bev for being there for me and so many other newbies.

Peggy Wright

July 12, 2009

To the family of Bev Long, I am so sorry for yourloss. I first knew Bev from my working place "Maiden & Sons Garage" where she would bring her car for work and many times brought our garage kitty cans of food or treats. She was an avid animal lover and a dear sweet person.I am sure she will be missed very much.

Geneva Claybrook

July 8, 2009

Bev - What a blessed person I am for having known you these many years. I won't forget our conversations when we met prior to your shift. Your caring ways meant so much to the residents and to the staff. Love you and thank you for being such a wonderful soul. Love, Geneva

Shelby Melvin

July 6, 2009

You always made me laugh. I am so glad I got to see you Tuesday before I left work. You will be missed so very much. But I know you will be taking care of all the kitties in Heaven.

David Merchant

July 6, 2009

Bev i will miss you very much. You always said kind words to me. and you always made me laugh. Plus you always told me that you liked my hair. May God bless you and rest in peace friend.

Emilio,Veronda,Trevor, and Victor Zaga

July 5, 2009

Your happiness and sense of humor I will always remember, you always lit up my 3 to 11 shift at VVCC, what great moments we shared, we will miss you so much. Thank you for your frienship,God bless you.

Rhona Langridge

July 5, 2009

My life was a much better place when I met you. You will be missed so very much. I love you

Patti Smith

July 5, 2009

Bev:
My God bless and keep you by his side!
You will be missed so much by all of us at VVCC!!!!!
Thank you for taking such great care of our Veterans!

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