James Russell Longenecker Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Russell Longenecker of New Haven, Michigan, who passed away on September 12, 2025 at the age of 66. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though James Russell may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Margaret K. Longenecker and Lowell Longenecker. He is survived by: his daughters, Michelle Hugill (Tony) and Cherise Richardson; and his sister Cathy Van Tol.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Grace Memorial

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