J. Leo Long
1927-2019
It is with great sadness we announce the
passing of J. Leo Long, 92 years, of
Springhill, on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 in High Crest Nursing Home,
Springhill.
Born in Guysborough, he was a son of the
late John and Annie Long.
Leo was a plumber by trade, he worked at
Enamel and Heating in Amherst, then taught Plumbing at the Cumberland
Regional Vocational School, Springhill. He was a very able
handyman, able to do anything with his hands. Never a
complainer, even after going blind, he continue to wood work
into his later years. Having recently celebrated his 40th
year with AA, he was always proud of his participation, the friends he
made, as well as the help he received and gave to fellow
members.
He will be dearly missed by his children
Donna Long (Einar Fiskerstrand), Norway, John (Denise) Long, Bedford,
NS, Michael Long, Rothesay, NB; step-son Greg (Wanda) Herrett,
Springhill, NS; 16 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; brother
Clarence, Guysborough; several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his first wife
Ruth, their children Shauna Stewart and Jacqueline Gregg; his second
wife Claire Long, her daughter Lori Power; as well as his siblings
Margaret « Peg », Jean, Laura, Helen, Joseph and
Mardie.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the
care of A H Brown Funeral Home,
5 McFarlane St., Springhill, NS (902-597-2361), where visiting hours
will take place on Saturday, July 13, 2019 from 1 to 2 pm, followed
immediately at 2 pm with a Celebration of Leo’s life.
Following a reception, his ashes will be interred in the Hillside
Cemetery.
Donations in memory of Leo may be made
to the charity of your choice.
Sharing of memories and condolences may
be sent to the family by visiting Leo’s online memorial at
www.brownsfuneralhome.com or through the A H Brown Funeral Home
Facebook Page.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de J Leo Long 19272019..
Décès pour la Ville: Springhill, Province: Nova Scotia