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A great legacy, and a great loss. For humanity, for our planet.
O Williams
September 14, 2025 | Other
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Stephen P. Long
Urbana, Illinois
Aug 13, 1950 – Sep 9, 2025 (Age 75)
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BORN
August 13, 1950
DIED
September 9, 2025
AGE
75
LOCATION
Urbana, Illinois
Obituaries
Send FlowersURBANA - Stephen Patrick Long, 75, of Urbana died at 9:10 p.m. Tuesday (Sept. 9, 2025) at home. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Renner-Wikoff Chapel and Crematory, 1900 S. Philo Road, Urbana.
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This is a loss for all the community of plant biology. It has been an honour and a pleasure to have the opportunity to know Stephen and learn from him.
Roberto Bassi
September 14, 2025 | Work
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Always in our memory... a most gracious man!! Truly missed
Gerri engdahl
September 11, 2025 | Friend
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I have interviewed many University of Illinois academic luminaries, but none quite like Steve. His phenomenal research will benefit farmers for years to come. I had looked forward to documenting his honors in October at the World Food Prize in Des Moines, and had visions of interviewing him as a Nobel Laureate someday. While his work will impact agriculture and global food needs for years to come, he will remain in the hearts of those who shared treasured moments with him. I have been a...
Stu Ellis
September 11, 2025 | Friend
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