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Stanley coached my sons basketball team years ago and really loved and encouraged him during a difficult season and I am forever grateful. But the Lord keeps bringing him on my heart and I don't know why but to keep praying for his family. My heart goes out to you.
Libby Kaly
January 11, 2020 | Lebanon, TN | Friend
To the Pastor Stanley Long's family, May his witness for the LORD be his lasting legacy in this WORLD....Abraham Traynham PH'83
Abraham Traynham
December 04, 2018 | Roanoke, VA
A fine gentleman, a finer Christian. My utmost respect.
Jeff Kahl
October 09, 2018 | Charlotte, NC | Friend
I was so sad & heartbroken to hear the loss of Stanley. My love goes out to all of you. He touched my family too. Love & prayers from TN
Peggy Stephenson
September 19, 2018 | Newport, TN | Friend
Stanley's life never stopped impacting people for the cause of Christ. Angie and I have great memories of being encouraged by his teaching in the Young couples class at Shenandoah Baptist Church many years ago. Stanley and his family have been true examples of living for Christ. He had a large hand in shaping our lives in those early days. He will certainly be missed but we look forward to a sure reunion in the clouds one day soon. May Gods grace be found sufficient. Angie and I are...
Pastor Ronnie & Angie Gilbert
September 18, 2018 | Chattanooga, TN | Friend
Stanley was a true servant for God with a loving heart for the thousands of kids he helped bring the knowledge of God's word to. He wasn't afraid to tackle the world and it's demons to help the kids that came there. too many in todays world are! But not Stanley or the staff and the loving family he had. Also I wish a heartfelt prayer of strengh at this time for the family.
Nathan Dunn
September 17, 2018 | Shawsville, VA | Friend
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Mark Carper
September 17, 2018 | Mckeesport, PA | Friend
Stanley will be sadly missed by all. His passion to minister and guide children will leave large shoes to fill. I pray for peace, time to mourn and guidance to move forward for the Long family and Camp Eagle.
Angie Crawford
September 17, 2018 | Fincastle, VA | Friend
So sorry for your loss and we are praying for all of you during this difficult time. Such a sad time for all of us left here, but such a joyous and wonderful time for Stan. He has SEEN the face of Jesus and is worshiping WITH Him!!! So thankful for his wonderful, steadfast testimony and his undeniable love for Christ, his family, his church and his friends. Much love to you all.
Sondra Barton
September 17, 2018 | Roanoke, VA
Stanley Long II, 53 of Roanoke, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 15, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Stanley and Helen Mae Long. Pastor Stanley Long finished the race that God had called him to run on this earth after passing away in the night. Stanley was saved by God's grace at the age of 12 and lived his life to bring the hope and truth of the Gospel to thousands of people in Roanoke, Virginia and beyond.
He served since 2000 as an Associate Pastor at Shenandoah Baptist Church as the director of Camp Eagle ministries.
Yet, we do not grieve as those who have no hope: we fully know that – right now – He is worshipping in the presence of his Savior, Joy, and Treasure, Jesus Christ.
Stanley was a loving husband to his wife, Kelle Long, an amazing dad to his children, Lindsey Rutrough and husband Anthony, Kassie Long, Meredith Long, Emily Jones and husband Ryan, Miriam Akers and husband Caleb, Stanley Long III and wife Alex, Abigail Long, Asa Long and Ezra Long. He was a fun loving Pops to his grandchildren, Leah, Jacob, Grayson, Naomi, Kaiden and Brynlee. Stanley was also survived by his sisters, Helen Johnson and husband Ken, Lita Long and husband Randy, Nila Stickney and husband Bill, Sherry Jospeph and husband Keith, and Mary Bunn and husband Bob; a brother, John Long and wife Candy, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Eagle Campership Fund at www.campeagleva.org/stanleylong.
Funeral services will be held 10 AM Wednesday, September 19, 2018, at Shenandoah Baptist Church with Pastor Mark Hopkins officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends 5 to 8 PM Tuesday at Shenandoah Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.oakeys.com
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