Lawrence, Kansas
God called Fern Long home on May 9, 2017, just 16 days before her 102nd birthday.She was born Fern D. Kasson on May 25, 1915, in Johnson County, Mo. to John A. and Dora L (Burford) Kasson. The family moved near Baldwin, Ks. when she was 8 years old. She grew up in Douglas County, Ks.She met and...
Read MoreFern was a wonderful woman, who will forever be remembered for all that she did for the Eudora community. She started the Eudora Area Historical Society and served as its first President in 1980. Without her work for Eudora's history, we would never have had a historical museum. She was a sweet, caring, thoughtful and intelligent woman. She was a dear friend. I will miss her profoundly.
Ben Terwilliger
May 15, 2017 | Lawrence, KS
Mary & Family, so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Know she was dearly loved. What a blessing to know you'll see her again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jeff & Glenda Immer
May 13, 2017 | KS
Fern Long @ 100 years
Fern is one of the most inspirational people I've met in my life. Yes, Fern was my Sunday school teacher at the Eudora Methodist Church. When I was president of the Eudora Area Historical Society and Fern was the Secretary, I recognized Fern with a certificate of recognition for her role in beginning the Eudora Area Historical Society. She richly deserved the recognition and was clearly moved. The one thing that set Fern apart from everyone else I've met in my life is she had a sharp...
Rex Burkhardt
May 12, 2017 | Eudora, KS
Mary & family, what a special person Fern was. She was always helpful to others. When my mom (Katherine Zinn) was in the last stages of her cancer, she brought us a delicious entire meal & checked on mom frequently. She put together a special tribute to mother for the Deborah Circle. So special. You were fortunate to have Fern for such a long time. She poured out so much love to all of her family & friends. I just received a letter from her at the end of April. Had planned to visit in June. ...
Shirley Sapp
May 11, 2017 | Colorado Springs, CO
Blessings to you, Mary, and your family. Will miss your mom always being the encourager who never forgot her Sunday School kids. Rejoicing for her new home.
Nancy Garner
May 11, 2017 | San Ramon, CA
I was so sad to hear about Fern. Fern was such a big part of our community for so long. If anyone wanted to know anything about Eudora, she would be the first one to go to. Mary, we both have to be strong as we lay our mothers to rest. My and my family's love thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Sharron Harris
May 11, 2017
