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Helen Long Obituary

Helen S. Long, 95, of Allentown, passed away Monday, April 11, 2022, in the inpatient hospice unit of Lehigh Valley Health Network. She was the wife of the late George J. B. Long. Born in Union City NJ, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Schultz) Siegl and was a member of Christ Lutheran Church. Prior to retiring, Helen was employed at Lehigh Valley Hospital.

Survivors: daughter, Jo Gorringe, Columbus OH; son, Martin and wife, Lois, West Palm Beach FL; daughter, Carol Osborn and husband, David, Macungie; son, Richard, Emmaus; daughter, Barbara and wife, Amy Smart, Cleveland OH; 14 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by son, John, and granddaughter, Wendy.

Services: Private. Arrangements entrusted to Stephens Funeral Home, Inc.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, to her church, 1245 Hamilton St. Allentown PA 18102 or Lehigh Valley Hospice, Suite 100, 2024 Lehigh St. Allentown PA 18103. The Long family will match contributions made to hospice.

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Published by Morning Call on Apr. 17, 2022.

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Janelle Delong

April 19, 2022

I enjoyed time spent with Helen. Even though the time was short, I was greeted every morning with a smile. That made my day. Helen is another beautiful angel watching down on us. Love, Janelle her hospice aide.

LORI KELLER

April 19, 2022

Helen hired me 35 years ago ... she was a great boss and a great lady .. may you find peace in your memories

Nancy Mitchell

April 17, 2022

I´m very sad to hear about Helen. She was such a wonderful friend and neighbor for many years. I´ll always have such fond memories of raising our children together. I will truly miss her. My condolences to her family. Feel some comfort that she will be watching over you. God Bless.

Scott Mitchell

April 17, 2022

I´m very sad to hear about Helen. She was such a wonderful friend and neighbor for many years. I´ll always have such fond memories of raising our children together. I will truly miss her.

My condolences to her family. Feel some comfort that she will be watching over you. God Bless.

Scott & Linda Mitchell

April 17, 2022

Joanne, Martin, Carol, Richard & Barbara,

We are deeply saddened to hear about your mother´s passing. She was such a good friend of my mother and will always be remembered as a kind and loving mother.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

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