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Paul Long Obituary

LONG, Paul W. Jr.

of St. Petersburg, FL, passed away December 28, 2018 at the age of 56. Paul was born to parents Paul and Alberta Long on October 2, 1962 in St Petersburg. He grew up as the eldest of two brothers and attended St Pete Catholic High School. Paul is survived by his son, Paul Long III; his mother, Alberta Long; his brother, Eric Long and his granddaughter, Sofia Long. He is preceded in death by his wife, Cathi Long and his father, Paul Long Sr. A memorial service will be held January 19, 11 am at Lake Seminole Park 10015 Park Boulevard, Seminole, FL, Shelter 13.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2019.

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M Glowa

July 9, 2024

Paul, my friend and hunting buddy.
The world is a smaller place without you.

You are truly missed.

MPG 2024

Colleen Murray-Calhoun

January 8, 2020

Paul was a wonderful, fun, great friend whom will always be missed. I can't count the number of of time's that we a blast together. Blessed be Paul.

Cynthia Ross

January 21, 2019

Rest in peace Paul & Cathi!Although you are and will continue to be missed greatly you have done your job. Your son Paul III is a fine young man and is sure to continue your legacy! Peace

Anna Hager

January 17, 2019

I'm am so sorry about Your Son's Passing Ali he is now With His Wife Cathy They are holding each other's Hands and they Are together Again . God Bless To Your Family .

AnnMarie McParland

January 17, 2019

I am so sorry that I can't be there. I considered flying down but not able to at this point.i was a bridesmaid and my daughter was the flower girl at Paul and Cathi' s wedding. I will miss them. Alberta my deepest sympathy. One shouldn't have to bury their son. Paul you know your parents loved you dearly. I'm glad your father got to hold Sophia. They will be the angels guiding you and Sherish.hope to meet her and Sophia one of these days. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you

JKH/JW

January 14, 2019

My sincerest condolences to the Long Family for the loss of your loved one, Paul, and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.

Colleen Murray-Calhoun

January 13, 2019

I grew up with Paul and he was a big part of our circle of friends. He was a super nice person and will truly be missed. RIP our friend.

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