Raymond Long Obituary
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Born October 4, 1945 in Richland, Iowa, he was the son of Arthur and Idah (Martin) Long.
Raymond attended grade school in Brighton and graduated from Washington High School. Raymond served in the Army National Guard. On November 21, 1969 he married Sandra Geffers in Oquawka, Illinois.
Raymond was a truck driver for Roadway Express for 30 years, retiring in 1999. He was a past member of the Moose Lodge and current member of the Teamsters Union. He enjoyed playing cards, fishing, hunting, trap shooting, and playing horseshoes. Raymond loved the outdoors, especially river time. He was a talented welder and built his own log splitter. He also built his own cabin. Raymond loved everybody and he was fun to be around.
Survivors include his wife Sandra of Burlington; two daughters Tammy (Craig) Dean of New London and Amy Long of Burlington; two grandchildren Cassie (Ridge) Hobbs and Bre (Brent) Stuart both of New London; four great grandchildren Landon, Zoie, Chase and Rory.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers Darrell A. Long and Larry Dean Long.
Per his wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. There will be no services at this time.
A memorial has been established for Compassus Hospice, 119 E 2nd St, Washington IA 52353.
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Dan and Deb Schwenker
March 30, 2024
Raymond would come into the DanDe and we would always joke around. We had an area outside in front of the store for flowers probably 3feet by 20 feet long and I would always plant some corn in it . Raymond came in probably in December and said “ I think it’s time to pick your corn Dan “ and I said well I am trying to figure out how to get the combine in there, He said well just take the corn to the combine Dan !! He was a great guy and always had a story !! So sorry for your loss !!
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Rebecca Dowell
March 27, 2024
Ray, Sandy, Tammy, and Amy came and stayed with my siblings and I while my parents were away at a pharmacy conference. My 16th birthday just happened to fall on the weekend they were staying with us. The Long´s stepped right in and celebrated my birthday with a short celebration and then let me go celebrate with my friends which is where I wanted to be!
I´m so sorry for your loss Sandy, Tammy, and Amy I will be lifting you and your entire family up in prayer for comfort during this difficult time.
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