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1996
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2016
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Gregory DeLong Obituary
Virginia Beach - Gregory Alan DeLong, 19, taken too soon, June 16th. Beloved son of Erika Riordan, loving brother of Nathan DeLong, Emilie Byrd and Christian Byrd. Loving grandson of Dianne & Francis Riordan, Wendy Godowitz, and Greg DeLong. Dearly missed by numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins.
Family will be present to receive friends from 4-7pm, Thursday, June 23rd at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home with a funeral service to follow at 7pm. You may offer condolences to the family at www.kellumfuneralhome.com.
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Tom and Mary Fay
June 30, 2016
Dear Erica and Family, Our hearts ache at the news of the tragic death of Greg. We pray you all receive God's strength in the days ahead and that you are filled only with the happy memories of your times with him. He sounds like a very remarkable young man. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Greg Sasher
June 29, 2016
I am so very sorry to hear of your sudden and terrible loss, my heart breaks to know the pain you are going through. Please know that his smiling face will alway grace your memories.
June 27, 2016
Dianne and family:
May the Lord of Life embrace and hold your family during this difficult time.
You guys are in my prayers and you will remain there.
May God give you His peace.
Ken Houseknecht
Cyndi W
June 24, 2016
So very sorry that this beautiful soul was taken way too early. Much love to the family.
Jodi B
June 23, 2016
My dearest Erika, I cannot even begin to express how deeply sorry I was to hear about your loss. I remember your son fondly from many get togethers in years past. If there is anything I can do to help you, please reach out. I think of you often.
L. Smith
June 23, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories console you and may God sustain you with his precious promise of someday soon reuniting us with our loved ones (Hosea 13:14)
My deepest condolences.
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories console you and may God sustain you with his precious promise of someday soon reuniting us with our loved ones (Hosea 13:14)
My deepest condolences.
Susie Hepurn
June 23, 2016
Diane and Family,
My heart goes out to you at this time of tragic loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
June 23, 2016
Dear Dear Dianne and family
My heart is breaking for you. I pray that your strength and faith will bring you to a place of peace again.
Mary Skorupa
Ed Bohnslav
June 23, 2016
So very sorry for your loss, my friend. Hard to make sense of the senseless.
We're here for you today, and tomorrow.
Ross D
June 23, 2016
Erica,
You remain in our prayers. Kate and I are here for anything you might need.
God bless you!
Ross
Jo Evelyn Smith
June 23, 2016
Diane and Family: I and sadden to hear of your loss. Prayers for you all.
Kathie Zalocha
June 23, 2016
Dear Erica,
Please know that you are in my heart at this so very sad time. I am also thinking of Greg's brothers and sister, his loving grandparents and aunts and uncles.May God be with you,
Jenny Laney
June 23, 2016
Dianne and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Praying for God's peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Jenny
Nancy Mariani
June 23, 2016
Dearest Dianne and family,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful, vibrant grandson. My heart goes out to you and your family. Sending prayers and love from me and Kat in Buffalo New York.
Love,
Nancy and Kat Mariani
June 22, 2016
Praying for the grace of God and His love to encourage, uphold, and strengthen you all, today and in days beyond. Psalm 25:1
Love from Grandma Wendy
June 22, 2016
No one can ever make sense of Greg's loss of life, and that of his bright potential - to make a difference in the lives of others. We are saddened and will be praying for your entire family to endure. Our sincere heartfelt sympathy and love to all.
Sadly,
Dave & Elaine Anderson and Family
Judy Paschall
June 22, 2016
It was so sad to hear this news. My heart goes out to you at this time of loss. My prayers are for you and your family. I know you have lots of loving support to help you through this tragic time.
Fr. Fred Betti, SJ
June 22, 2016
Dear Erika, Dianne, Fran and your extended family,
I am so sad about your sudden loss. You have my prayerful support and the prayers of the entire Canisius community during these difficult days. Greg will be in my Mass intentions in the coming weeks. Fr. Fred Betti SJ
Cassie (Adams) Howell
June 22, 2016
Erika & family,
My heart weighs heavy & broken at the loss of such a loving & vibrant young man. Greg touched so many lives with his contagious laugh, beautiful smile, and silly sense of humor. He brought energy to every room he entered. Our family will miss him so very much. I hope you and your family can someday find peace and strength from the wonderful memories Greg left us with. We will hold on to these and cherish them always.
Jeanmarie Zalinka
June 22, 2016
So sorry for your loss. May the love and memories you shared comfort you always.
Mary and Lee Herbst
June 21, 2016
Sending sympathy, prayers, caring and love to you Erika and your family in this time of tragic loss.
Nicole Parlette
June 21, 2016
Dear Mrs. DeLong and Nate,
My heart is broken for you. I only met Greg a handful of times with my son Nicholas and what a sweet, happy and very respectful young man he was. We have you all in our prayers. I cannot even imagine the sorrow in your heart. Please, please know that we are here for you should you need anything at all. Nate knows how to get in touch with Nicholas.
Thinking about you and praying for you all.
Nicole Parlette (Va Beach, Va)
June 21, 2016
Dear Erika, Nathan, Emilie and Christian, Please know of my deepest sympathies at your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. While I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Greg, from the other entries in this guest book I have learned that he is a loving, good person who brought much joy to all who knew him. Our world is a little less because of his death.
Ed Sheedy (cousin)
June 21, 2016
Our condolences to the Family for your loss. We know this is a difficult time, words cannot truly express how you feel, please consider what is said at Psalms 145:19, it tells us, "GOD hears our cries for help, and He will save You"
~ CH, Buffalo
Theresa Sims
June 21, 2016
I am so very sorry for this terrible loss, Greg will be missed by so many people, my prayers are with your family! Rest easy Greg!
Gail Butler
June 21, 2016
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family and friends. He was a good friend to my grandson Aaron........My heart breaks to see such a young child taken so soon...Gail B.
Kathy Heffern
June 20, 2016
Dear Erika, Emily,Christian and Nathan,
I am so sorry for your tragic loss. My prayers are for your family. I believe that Greg is still with you, but in a very liberated and happy way.
Kathleen Flore
June 20, 2016
We will miss your handsome face and there will always be a void in our hearts. Erika, Emily, Christian and Nathan you are in our thoughts every day.
Mr. And Mrs. Pat McClain
June 20, 2016
Our hearts are breaking for you, Erika, and your children and parents and all who loved Greg. Sending you love and prayers.
Aimee Riordan
June 20, 2016
The world is a dimmer place with the loss of Greg - his laughter, smile, and love touched all who met him. We love you, Greg.
Kari Lewis
June 20, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 20, 2016
May GOD's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad time PSALMS 29:11
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