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for Jason Long
Mary Ann Shoff
October 8, 2007
Brother and Sister Long and Paige,
We just learned of the passing of your son and fiancee Jason, and want to send to you our heart-felt condolences. Our sons, Elders Rick and James Shoff, send their love and express sorrow at your beloved son's passing. We are sure he is truely a valiant and beloved son and his service as a missionary for the Lord's army must have been needed in heaven. Our sons have expressed their gratitude for Elder Jason's example and friendship.
Paige, you are such a fine young woman. May you find peace and comfort in the knowledge that our Savior died so we can live again. May that reunion be joyous when we greet loved ones gone before.
Love, CARL AND MARY ANN SHOFF
ELDER RICK SHOFF(San Salvador, El Salvador mission)
ELDER JAMES SHOFF(Santiago, Chile mission)
FRANKIE FARD
October 5, 2007
your son has always been a pleasure to be around..we feel blessed that we were able to spend some great moments with JASON...WE WILL SURELY MISS HIM AND HIS GREAT SMILE..WE ARE SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS...HE WILL SURELY BE IN OUR HEARTS AND MINDS
Dave & Shauna Hooper
October 2, 2007
Dear Long Family,
On behalf of our son Reiley Hooper, my husband and myself, we want to send your family and Paige our deepest sympathy. What a great young man you raised. We are so sorry that we were unable to attend Jason's funeral, we were out of town at the time visiting our daughter. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you daily.
Sincerely,
Dave & Shauna Hooper
& Elder Reiley Hooper
Gregory Pyper
September 29, 2007
Dear Long Family,
You probably don't know me I went to school with Jason and found out about his passing from my mom. I am out on a mission right now and was sad to find it out. I played football with him for one year and never wanted to go up against him because he hit so hard. I can also remember playing a church basketball game against him and me and him going head to head during the game shooting 3 pointers. He would make one and then I would make one. Your son was a great athlete. But more important he was a great person. I am sure he is preaching the gospel on the other side.
Elder Gregory C. Pyper
Germany Hamburg Mission.
Joanne Moss and Steve Wintrone
September 28, 2007
I am a friend of Jason's Grandma Bonnie. I want you to know that in Bonnie's eyes, Jason was so very special. After reading the words from his friends, I can see that she was not exaggerating. You were blessed to have your Jason in your life. I know that he will always be with you, and his love for you will give you strength when you need it the most. My heart aches for you.And my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Felicia Torres
September 27, 2007
I send my love and prayers to all who knew and are familiar with Jason Long. He was a great friend to all and had a wonderful sense of humor that will be missed immensely. He will always be remembered and I know that his great love and strength is only a great reflection of his family.
Wayne Sears
September 25, 2007
To The Long Family,
I want to let you know what an honor it was to know your son and work with him on and off the football field.
After attending the funeral I find there is a lot about Jason that I did not know. I know he was always so positive and friendly to everyone and I cannot remember ever seeing him without a smile on his face. Jason will be missed by many but his influence will last forever.
Alex
September 25, 2007
Everyone that knew Jason loved him. I can't tell you how many people I have talked to that are just heartbroken for your family, and Paige. Know our prayers are with you. Jason was an extremely funny, amazing person.
Dallin Anderson
September 25, 2007
I got to know Jason fairly well in the middle of Pennsylvania just the last three months before he left. I was saddened then and even more now to learn of his passing. He was one of my favorite friends in the mission. Just a good guy all around. I was looking forward to seeing him on my return to BYU. Now I will have to wait. But I know I will see him again, someday. The last thing I remember doing with him, was wading through shin deep water filled streets in Sunbury during a severe storm. His laughter and smiles will not be forgotten.
Bethany McCurry
September 24, 2007
Dear Long Family,
I was in several classes with Jason at Lone Peak and while we were never close friends I will always remember him as one of the kindest and most funny people I have had the chance of knowing. I'm so glad that I was able to know him. Your family is in my prayers.
Mandie/Craig
September 24, 2007
Dear Long family, and Paige,
we are very sorry about the passing of Jason. we went to high school with him as well with paige. Jason was such an awesome person, friendly,fun,talented and easy to get along with. we loved him! -Paige, we wish the best of luck to you! your such a neat person, patient,loving,friendly and so beautiful! we love you! Hope your memories of Jason keep you all comforted. God bless!
Shay Hirschi
September 24, 2007
Dear Long Family and Paige,
I attended the funeral earlier today. I was a CNA at Huntsman when Jason was admitted and worked with Jason until he went into remission. I know we all fell in love with Jason, but the funeral today made me realize who Jason really was. I left with an overwhelming feeling to be a better person because of Jason's example of a truely wonderful person. He is the most unselfish person I have ever met. Working with him changed my life. I remember waking him up at seven am and saying sorry for waking him and he was always so possitive even when I knew he was in pain and worn out. He always complimented me on how I made his bed and he would tell the other aids "just make it like shay does". I remember watching the MTV show Next with him and we would both anxiously wait for the decision. I remember him telling me about Paige before the first time she came down. When she came down he was so proud to introduce her to me. You two are beautiful together. Jason touched my life in a huge way in a small amount of time. I cannot wait to see him again. My prayers are with all of you.
Alicia Facer
September 24, 2007
Dear Long Family,
You don't know me, but Jason was one of the missionaries in my ward. im 14 years old and remember Jason very well, but mostly his smile and how he taught the gospel with such fire. I was deeply saddened when i learned of his passing.I wanted to let u know that i hav nothing but respect for Jason and for your family. My prayers are with you through this time of trial.
The Hermansens
September 24, 2007
Dear Long family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts are with you in this time of grief. May your memories comfort you.
The Hermansens, Vay & Alicia, Amberly, Lindy & Lynae
Heather Barnes
September 24, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Kevin & Jan Dearing
September 24, 2007
Dear Long Family, our son Josh played football with Jason at Lone Peak and had nothing but respect for him. Josh is serving a mission and was saddened when he heard that Jason had returned home with serious health problems. Coach Morgan is in our ward and kept us updated on Jason so that we could keep our son Josh updated. Our son sends his sympathy and love to your family as do we. We pray that the Lord will sustain you and that you will feel his love for you. Your family is in our prayers and we hope you will know that we are thinking of you. May the Lord bless you. Love, Josh, Kevin, and Jan Dearing
Nicole Bennett
September 24, 2007
Long Family,
I served in the Harrisburg Mission around your son. He was an amazing missionary and example. My prayers are with you.
Barbara Stevens
September 24, 2007
Dear Long Family, We were senior missionaries in the office in Pennsylvania when Elder Long served there. He was a wonderful young man and a marvelous missionary. Our deepest sympthy goes out to you. We know he has another mission on the other side but know how much you will miss him. Brother Don and Sister Barbara Stevens
Cheryl Rogers
September 24, 2007
Jason's family: I pray for your loss of such a valiant son and wish the best for you and your family and for Paige. May the the Lord Bless you all during this time.
Sincerely,
Rachel Wentz
September 24, 2007
Dear Long & Palmer family: I am so sorry for your loss-- my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know you will miss him.
Jason's cheerful hard-working attitude will be a great blessing to those he serves in this new mission-- and the strength of character he developed here will continue to impact those around him for good.
May God bless and comfort you in this difficult time.
Chris Tillack
September 24, 2007
My condolences to the entire family of Jason Long. My connection is through Jason's fiance', Paige Palmer who has been like a daughter to me.
Paige, my thoughts and prayers are, and have been with you for quite some time. I wish you the best as you navigate through this difficult time. I wish to send my love and best wishes always.
Michael Fife
September 23, 2007
Dear Long family
I prayer for you because I believe is your son always faith and love . Also he will see spirit world right now and he will teach to who dont know a gospel in accept then he will love share a gospel... I am proud of you give him love and comfort... that is why is good key important to explain them ... I will always prayer for you and who is family ever... He will fine and happy no pain.... from Michael
Take care of your family keep strong like maybe always focus with you mean spirit with you all time so I learned from the Jedi from the star wars quote...
September 23, 2007
Dear Long Family,
I have known and worked with Kevin and gotten to know a few of the family members over the years and I am very impressed with the spirit of your family. I am so sorry for your loss of Jason, but I know that he has truly served an honorable mission here on this earth and that Father in Heaven is welcoming him home to his arms. I pray that you will not only have the Lord's spirit to help you all through this sad time, but that all of us who work with and come in contact with you and your family can partake of the sweet spirit that you have. Jason's story is an inspiration to all young missionaries and their families. Knowing he kept serving everyone around him even during his illness is truly a lesson for each of us as we deal day to day with life challenges. God bless you all and we shall keep you in our prayers. Your friend, J Swain
Derek Maude
September 23, 2007
Our thoughts and continued prayers are with the Long family. We know Jason is still doing great things, but relieved from his earthly illness.
The Maudes
David & Angela Cottrell
September 23, 2007
Long Family,
May we convey our missionary son's sincere love for Elder Long as well as his sorrow for his family. Elder Tyler Cottrell was privileged to be MTC companions with Jason; Tyler will return from the Washington DC North Mission in October. He and three other missionaries who served in the MTC with Jason would like to come visit when they return to share pictures and memories. Thank you for your son's wonderful example of Christ-like service, of tender testimony, and of sincere friendship to our son and to the other Elders he studied with in the MTC. Our prayers are with your family and with Paige.
The McEwan Family
September 23, 2007
Dear Long Family,
You don't know us but we are familiar with Jason's story. Our mom/grandma Roma Ockler has kept us informed of Jason and his battle with Leukemia. Our boy Parker has been battling leukemia also. We were sad to hear the news this morning that Jason passed away. We can see that he was a handsome and honorable young man. We are sorry that his time with you on this earth was so short. We are sorry that his cancer story did not have a happy ending. We want you to know you will be in our thoughts and prayers. We will "Live Strong" in honor of Jason every day. God bless you.
Brad, Neely
Sean, Garrett, Parker, and Dylan
Stephen & Jeanine Ehat
September 23, 2007
As this exemplary young man continues his mission, may the memory of a life well-lived inspire his brothers, sisters and parents forever. If God ever intended families to be together forever, this is one such family. And Jason has given us all a good reason to hope and believe that eternal life is an "end zone we all one day can reach." Our prayers are with the Long family at this time of sorrow.
Young Family
September 22, 2007
To those whom love Jason best ~ Our prayers our with you . How we long for one more " Backstreet Boy's song and dance "The way Jason lived is an example to all , may you feel our saviors love
The Young family
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