Chester Long Obituary
The memory of Chester Long in Poughkeepsie, New York, who passed away on January 14, 2026 at the age of 71, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Chester had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Chester may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Chester H. Long and Marian Long (Perry); his siblings, Stuart Long and Melody Williams; and his brother-in-law George Williams.
He is survived by: his children, Jodi Long, Shane Long, Kyle Long and Kara Long; and his sisters, Holly Ford (Keith), Melinda Baum (Tommy), Melissa Lamarch (Richard) and Heather Shemanski (Joseph). He is also survived by eight grandchildren.
