Lillian Maria Ketchum DeLong Obituary
We announce the death of Lillian Maria Ketchum DeLong (Tallahassee, Florida), who passed away on July 13, 2026, at the age of 97. Lillian will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lillian Maria Ketchum DeLong to pay them a last tribute.
Lillian will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Lillian will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Lillian’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Henry and Illa Dell Ketchum (Glover). She is survived by: her siblings, Charles, Barbara Jean and Betty Ruth; her husband Richard Orman DeLong; her daughter Donna Wolak (DeLong); her granddaughter Jeannette Luna (Wolak); her nieces, Lisa Alonso (Gibbs) and Debra Schiller (Ketchum); and her grandson Edward Joseph Wolak III.
