John Edward "Eddie" Long Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Greensboro, North Carolina

John Edward "Eddie" Long Sr.

January 15, 1949 - May 16, 2026 (77 years old)

Greensboro, North Carolina

John Edward "Eddie" Long Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Greensboro, North Carolina

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City of Oaks Funeral Home & Cremations

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John Edward "Eddie" Long Sr.

January 15, 1949 - May 16, 2026 (77 years old)

Greensboro, North Carolina

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John Edward Long Sr. Obituary

In loving memory of John Edward Long Sr. (Greensboro, North Carolina), who departed this world on May 16, 2026 at the age of 77. John Edward leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Shelly Long and Edna Long; and his siblings, Tommy Long, Allen Long, Charles Long, Jerry Long, Elaine Long and Margaret Ritter.

He is survived by: his wife Shirley P. Long; his siblings, Michael Long, David Long (Terry) and Joyce Smith; his children, Sandy Oakley (Anthony) and John Edward Long Jr.; and his granddaughters, Kaitlyn Moore (Allen) and Morgan Oakley (Seth).

We believe this is the perfect place to lay him to rest, and we want to give anyone who would like to be a part of this the chance to contribute to this fund in lieu of flowers.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
City of Oaks Funeral Home & Cremations



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Gospel Baptist Church
5945 N Church St, Greensboro, NC 27455

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