Joseph Russell Long

Joseph Russell Long

Aug. 2, 1962 - April 10, 2023

MADISON - Joe Long, 60, died Monday, April 10, 2023, at his home in Madison, of natural causes.

Joe was born August 2, 1962, in Wausau to Milton and Rita (Casetta) Long, and was the youngest of five children. He graduated from Wausau West High School in 1980, and later graduated from the Surgical Technologist program at Northcentral Technical College. He became a certified EMT and at one time served as the Marathon County Deputy Coroner.

Joe also spent many years working in the Television industry, first as a Photographer at Channel 9 in Wausau, then as a Microwave Truck Operator at Channel 5 in Green Bay, and finally as a Satellite Truck Operator at Channel 27 in Madison. He loved being where the action was and loved to share many stories of his on-the-job adventures. In recent years he worked as a Driver at Richwood Transport in Madison, where he worked until his death.

Joe enjoyed deer hunting, trips on his motorcycle, golf and curling. He was a Civil War and WWII buff, he loved old movies and online gaming, and he enjoyed visiting his favorite little restaurants that he'd discovered around Madison.

Joe is survived by his siblings: Kathy (Dan) Gerard, Jeff (Jan) Long, Suzanne Long, and Maureen (Jerry Rhodes) Long; his niece, Anna Long; his nephew, Ian Long; and his best buddy, his cat, Nick. Joe was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no public service, and a private burial will be held at Restlawn Cemetery in Wausau.

Peterson/Kraemer funeral home is assisting with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com.

"Rest in Peace little brother. You will be missed."