He was born January 20, 1955 in Gallipolis, son of the late Samuel R. and Margaret J. Claytor Long Sr. Sam was formerly employed at West Virginia Malleable Iron. He was a 1973 graduate of Gallia Academy High School. He was a faithful member of Addison Freewill Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. He enjoyed going to church and reading the Bible.
Surviving are two stepdaughters, Cassidy Brooks and Rebecca Lang, both of Gallipolis; two brothers, Larry (Cathy) Long of Gallipolis and Ralph Jones of Middleport; a sister, Ella Hutchins of Toledo; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles E. Lee and Phillip L. Lee.
Services will be 7 p.m., Thursday, August 11, 2016 at the Addison Freewill Baptist Church. Willis Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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