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HYANNIS - Brian T. Long, of Hyannis, Ma, died unexpectedly on October 28, 2016. Brian age 65, formerly of Marlborough, was the son of the late Stanley and Cecilia B. (McIntyre) Long. He leaves his brothers: Michael S. Long of Portsmouth, NH and his stepchildren Denise (Richards) Lucas and William Richards; Jeffrey B. Long and his wife Donna (Nowasacki) ; Sana A. Long of Hyannis and Toby M. Long and her husband William Cox of Bethesda, MD. He also leaves his nephews Peter C. Long and his wife Danielle of Duxbury, William J. Long and his wife Dessy of Shrewsbury and Charles Cox of Bethesda, MD; his grandnephew Darren J. and grandniece Tessa S. Long of Duxbury. He was predeceased by his sister-in-law Simone Y. Long.
Brian was a 1968 graduate of Marlborough High School and a 1972 graduate of Norwich University, where he received a BS in finance. Brian also earned an MBA from Babson College in 1975. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving as an officer in the Finance Corp. He worked in the finance industry, retiring as a Vice President of Fidelity Management Company.
Brian was very proud of his nephews and niece, especially their academic and athletic endeavors. He enjoyed sports, especially baseball and football, travel and his second home in Naples, Fl.
Following cremation, Relatives and Friends are invited to a Graveside Service on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 11:00AM at Rural Cemetery, 11 Cordaville Road, Southborough, Ma These arrangements are in the care of the John P. Rowe Funeral Home Inc., 57 Main Street, Marlborough, MA.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests a donation to a charity of one's choice in Brian's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Long
Atty. George T. O'Brine
March 17, 2021
Condolences
NU. 71
Cheryl Demers
March 16, 2021
Very sad to hear of my cousins passing. As we all move around and lose track of each other, we still have good childhood memories. So young.
Bill Dooley
February 27, 2019
Rest In Peace, my Babson friend....
Joe Donnelly
November 10, 2016
BT was a good friend at Norwich, very sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family.
November 6, 2016
To the Long Family
We were so very sorry to learn of Brian's passing. Our deepest condolences to all of you. We have so many fond memories of him over the years that we will always remember.
Mrs. Nancy Lynch and Family
November 6, 2016
Toby, Jeff, Sana, Mike
You have my deepest sympathies on the loss of Brian. Since third grade Brian and I were together and we shared lots of great times. Brian has gone too soon.
He was my best friend.
Johnny
Groton, VT
Brad Pierce
November 5, 2016
So very sorry to hearof Brian's passing. 65 is just too young. He will be missed.
Joanne Ferrecchia Willis
November 3, 2016
Toby,
You and the entire Long family are in my prayers. Brian has always held a special place in my heart - how we enjoyed arguing politics. May your memories give you comfort and solace today and always.
-Joanne
George Boisse
November 3, 2016
So glad we all got together that day back in August.......Brian you always had something to say and I always listened,admired your delicate choice of few but well articulated words. My son Brian,your namesake,reminds me of you.You were the big brother I never had. Jiera
Robert friedman
November 3, 2016
Brian T, The Duke of Marlboro, was my classmate at Norwich and made me laugh. That was a gift. So sorry for his family. I hope you all smile when you think and remember him. NU 72"
Lanny Hogaboom '72
November 3, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. He was a great classmate and fellow Rugger. he will be missed
Bruce Aldrich '71
November 3, 2016
Jeff,
So sorry to hear about Brian's passing. My condolences to you and the rest of the family.
George O'Brine
November 2, 2016
Michael, Denise, Jeffrey, Sona and Toby,
Condolences
George O'brine NU. 71
November 1, 2016
So appreciate the times we spent with Booker at Norwich. Also thankful for the days he babysat for our daughter Kelly.
Rest in peace.
Jack and Jane Fletcher
Chelmsford, MA
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