Edward Everett "Bud" Long Jr.

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Edward Long Obituary

LONG Edward Everett "Bud" Long, Jr., age 84, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 9, 2009. He was born February 10, 1924 in Norristown, Pa. and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania. He loved America and was honored to be a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. during World War II and the Pacific Theatre. One of his true joys in life, was devoting his time to community service and helping others in need by participating in Habitat for Humanity, Meals on Wheels, and the transportation of cancer patients. Bud was an avid golf and tennis player, enjoyed gardening, and was a member of the Sawgrass Singers (Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla.). He will be remembered for his love of playing his harmonica which always added a special touch to the beach services in Connecticut and Florida. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Nancy Kline; daughters and son-in-laws, Linda and John Flanigan of Cromwell, Becky and Brian Bowes of Newtown, and youngest daughter, Sallie Colarossi of Fairfield; along with seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Bringing his family together was the most important thing to Bud. Every Spring since 1973, he gathered his daughters' families to Sawgrass to create lasting memories and celebrate the joys of family tradition. A Memorial Service Celebrating the Life of Bud Long will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, January 16, 2009 in the Saugatuck Congregational Church in Westport. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Nature Conservancy, 4245 N. Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA 22203. Services under the care and direction of the Shaughnessey-Banks Funeral Home, 50 Reef Rd. in Fairfield. To send an online condolence, please visit www.shaughnesseyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Edward Long

9 Entries

Colby Colarossi

January 21, 2009

Thank you all so much for your entries. Our Pop-pop will always live on in our spirit and in everything we do. He was a gift from God and we know the the Lord is welcoming him back home. Rev. John at Saugatuck Congregational Church said it well: "Bud" is re-orchastrating the angels as we speak [and roaring on the harmonica!] Sharing your memories and condolences has meant so much to me, I am going to be sure the whole family gets to see them.

Thank you so much and God Bless!

Colby (Grandaughter #2)

Sherri & Bruce Garney

January 16, 2009

Nancy and family,
Bud will be missed by so many. His laugh will carry on forever.He will be deeply missed.

deb schwartz

January 15, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Geri,Gus,Eric & Mark Pocius

January 13, 2009

Dear Nancy and Girls.The Pocius familycan only remember the great times we had with Bud at Oakbridge,Sawgrass and the TPC.Bud got Joan Towle to move to Ponte Vedra and Joan got us to Ponte Vedra.Bud worked with us for many years as a Marshal on the 13th at the Players and was part of the gang on the "HOME HOLE" We will all miss him but really at this time can really only remeber all thoes great times.

Kathy Morairity, Med. Asst.

January 12, 2009

Nancy and family, We are deeply saddened by the loss of Mr. Long.
May God carry you ever so softly in his hands. Love from the whole staff at Ponte Vedra Medical Center.

Don Hanson, Jr.

January 12, 2009

Nancy and family,

I am very sorry to hear the news about Ed. He was long time friend of the Hanson family. I remember caddying for ED and my Dad at one of the Member-Guest Golf Tournaments at Aspetuck Valley when Ed shot two under par during the final match to clinch the Championship. He was a great competitor in golf, tennis and in business. He was especially helpful to me and my dad in the paper business. Ed knew everyone and everyone new Ed. He had a great reputation, was well respected and he understood the industry like no one else. He was a terrific friend and the Hanson's will miss his greatly!
Please let me know if there will be a service in Connecticut.
Sincerely,

Arthur R. Smith USMC (Ret)

January 11, 2009

Go in Peace Marine. SEMPER FI

Tom Lowrie

January 11, 2009

Dear Nancy and family......just heard the sad news about Bud from Mark Posius, who said that Bud welcomed Mark's parents to Ponte Vedra many years ago.
Bud was always doing considerate things for others and I appreciated the many ways he made our visits to the Players more enjoyable. He was my friend and golfing buddy for over 40 years and the highlight was when he and I won the Connecticut Seniors 4-ball championship in 1992. Another memory was the great two weeks we had at the Players last May and the two day-drive back to Westport stopping only to play 9 holes at Pinehurst! I will miss him. God bless.
Tom Lowrie

Sandy Carr

January 11, 2009

Nancy and family. My thoughts are with you today. I enjoyed being your next door Rough Creek and Little Bay Harbor neighbor. I remember the first time we met. Bud, as usual, was busy working in the yard, and had filled your house with pine cones. I think he brought them in through the back and when he was playing golf you took them out the front door and put them in our trash can so he wouldn't know. What a neat way to meet! I remember when all the grandchildren were little the Easter Egg Hunts at Rough Creek. The days, weeks, and month ahead will be rough, but the pain does improve with time. Do your best every day and know that others are thinking of you.

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