Shirley Emerson Long Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Shirley Emerson Long (Richmond, Virginia). Shirley, born on March 17, 1932, passed away on June 4, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Emerson Long to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Shirley for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Shirley’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She is survived by: her husband Otis Warren Long; her children, Greg (Tracy) and Jana (Jay); her grandchildren, Larson (Ryan), Zach, Claudia and Casey; and her great grandchild Adleigh.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Richmond Public Library Foundation (https://rvalibrary.networkforgood.com) in Shirley's memory.
