Colleen P. Long

Colleen Patricia (Costello) Long, 72, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025, with her family at her side. Born in Perth Amboy NJ to the late Thomas Francis Costello and Lillian Mary (Dawley) Costello, she returned to RI at a young age and lived there her entire life.

Colleen was the loving mother to Katie (Taylor) Gibb and husband David Gibb, and adoring grandmother to Ben, Eli and Jude Gibb. She is survived by her sister Kathleen (Costello) Yorks, her nephews Derek and Adam, her niece Liza and their families who will fondly remember their fun Auntie Colleen.

A proud graduate of St Mary's Academy-Bayview, class of 1971, Colleen went on to spend many years employed at New England Telephone, where she was known for her kindness and dedication.

She enjoyed music, traveling, theater, reading, spending time in her garden and her many pets. Passionate about dancing, she developed deep and lasting friendships with her dance studio girls.

A devoted fan of the Cowsills band, Colleen followed their music since her teenage years. She found joy in their harmonies and spirit and considered the band members her friends.

Above all Colleen cherished her family and took great delight in her three grandsons who were the light of her life.

Family and friends will gather to celebrate Colleen's life at a future date. In her memory, take time to enjoy a favorite song, good book or a sunny garden, just as she so often did.

In lieu of flowers consider a donation to your favorite charity or local food bank.