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Russell Long Obituary

Long Jr., Russell Retired C.F.D. Former husband of Patricia (nee Gunlack); loving friend of Georgia Doane-Thomas; loving father of Jennifer Zucaro, Brian (Julianne) and Wendy Jo Long; grandfather of Alex, Jocelyn, Brenton and John; brother of Patricia Baiocchi, Mary Black and the late David; uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 3918 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago on Thursday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service Friday at 10:00 a.m. Interment Chapel Hill Garden West Cemetery. Member of A.L. Tattler Post 973, past Commander A.L. Post 667, Northside Irish Fire Brigade and Vietnam Veteran. For info (773)588-5850 www.cooneyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 15, 2014.

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Love, Georgia

October 10, 2024

I think of you and talk to you often... I feel your presence and know you are watching me from above... You will always have a special place in my heart and will never ever be forgotten... I love you

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 9, 2020

I still think of you often ... Life has not been the same since you have been gone... you will forever be in my heart
Georgia

October 23, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

Robert Popjoy

October 21, 2014

Russ was a good guy. I worked with him on the Chicago Fire Department. He was my sewer guy for a lot of years. He will be missed.

We love you & miss you Dad & Grandpa. Holding you tightly in our hearts until we meet again. xo

Brian, Julianne, Jocelyn, & Brenton Long

October 20, 2014

October 20, 2014

On behalf of The Southsiide Gaelic Fire Brigade our prayers and memories of Russ will always be with your Family. As a fellow Brother of the Barrell we salute him. Rich Diver, Pres.

Laura

October 19, 2014

RIP Russ... you are forever in our hearts.

4th of July 2014 @ Angie and Gary's Trailer in Antioch

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Crosstown Classic

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

My daughter's Wedding Oct 2012

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

I Love This Guy !!!

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Savage Sabbath Suds Suckers Bears Club

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Pre-game Bears vs Packers @ Gary Bloze house - Turkey Fry Day

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

One of the many smelting outings

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Wendy took a trip with us to Mexico

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Smelting

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Good times with good friends

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

German American Fest in Lincoln Square

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Dancing in Jamaica on a Booze Cruise

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

The Stage Stop in Wi...we loved going there once or twice a year

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Turkey Day @ Time Outs

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

My all time favorite vacation photo

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Backyard celebration after a sucessful 5 way bypass

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Angie's 40th Bday Party

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Time Outs Sports Bar

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Backyard BBQ at brother Bob's..always a good laugh

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Wendy & Dad

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Our Bears Club

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

His best Buddy Rusty's backyard get together

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

another trip to Mexico - we always had a great time meeting new people

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

4th of July

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Mexico with our crazy Canadian friends

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

The Russ we all knew and will remember

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

lost ipod episode...lol

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Susie & Russ dancing the night away

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

4th of July at Rusty's

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Wendy joined us for the turkey fry

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Activity directors in Jamaica

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Bears vs Packers Turkey Fry

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Golfing @ Lake Lawn

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Haloween @ the Nil

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Savage Sabbath Suds Suckers

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

SSSS Turkey Fry Day

Georgia Doane-Thomas

October 18, 2014

Brian Mivelli

October 17, 2014

I am thankful for the opportunity to have gotten to know Russ over the past 10 years. Russ was a great mixture of generosity, honesty, and knowing how to laugh. Rest in Peace Russ, you will be missed. Love, Brian and Michelle Mivelli (Thomas)

Rosemary Zollner

October 17, 2014

Jenny, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers are coming your way for you and the rest of your family.

October 17, 2014

Jenny, our heartfelt sympathy to you, the kids and your family.

The Dahlen Family

October 17, 2014

Jenny,

Our thoughts, prayers and condolences are with you and your family.

Dean and Katina Buzanis

October 16, 2014

Our condolences to you. We will miss our good neighbor.

Veronica Thompson

October 16, 2014

My deepest condolences to the family, especially Mr. and Mrs. Brian Long. May God bless you.

October 16, 2014

I met Russ through my dear friend Billy Walsh, they were golf buddies. He brought his girlfriend in to the bar where Billy and I worked.. it was Georgia! We had gone to high school together (small world) He was a great guy with a contagious smile and I will miss him dearly. Hoping they are together again golfing as we lost Billy 2 years ago God Bless.

October 16, 2014

Dear Pat, Wendy and all extended family and friends, the Hoglund family shares in your sadness. We have had many fun times and created fond memories with the Long family. Boy, those Trivial Pursuit games were intense!! You will always hold a special place in our hearts. With deepest sympathy, George & Nancy

Janet Phipps

October 16, 2014

I light a candle for Eternal light...your light will shine on through your sweet Georgia....you will forever be remembered...you are now at peace..you pasted your torch to someone you loved and trusted with all your heart...God Bless you

Joanna Haerle

October 15, 2014

Georgia my heart breaks for you. As they say, it is better to have loved and lost than never loved at all. Hold on to those years of great memories. I was always glad that Russ and Larry had the plumber's bond whenever we happened to be together. RIP Russ.

Kathleen DeMello

October 15, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the Long Family this week. So sorry I am not there with you. Russ will always be in my heart. Love to you all.

Liz Moorhe

October 15, 2014

May God bless the family and friends

Lena Khoury

October 15, 2014

Papa Long, it is with a heavy heart that I write these words. You were a sweet man and your memory will live on in the hearts of all those that loved you and knew you. My deepest condolences go out to your family. May you rest in peace.

Donna Fox

October 15, 2014

Georgia, I'm so sorry for your loss. When I think of Russ I always see a smile on his face. My condolences to you, his family and all who loved him. I hope you can all find some comfort in the wonderful memories of all the years and things you shared with Russ.

Jackie Redmond

October 15, 2014

Please be assured that my sympathy is with you and your entire family.Take comfort in knowing that God cares and comforts all that need him.

Pam Gorro

October 15, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Edwin and Jenny Sullivan

October 15, 2014

We are very sorry for your loss.

laura

October 15, 2014

To Long family
My deepest condolences for your loss, Russ is an angel watching over you all

Karen Blalock

October 15, 2014

Georgia, and Long family my deepest condolences for your loss, praying that you will feel God's arms wrapped around you all during this time.

Susan Ellinger

October 15, 2014

Wendy Girl, how lucky we were to meet your dad within his professional business..and when he found out I worked at WGN, he asked me to keep you in my mind for a job for you. Kismet..a few years later you and I worked together at WGN, and Dad was right..you would be a great employee. With the love and guidance from your dad and mom, you have grown into a wonderful and professional woman. From my own experience..time will pass fast..soon it will be a year from now etc. But the love, fun and memories of your dad will always be in your heart, mind and soul. Love, Susan & Ken Ellinger.

October 15, 2014

We are Very Sorry for your loss.
You are in our Prayers today an always
Patti & Bob Karl

Janet Phipps

October 15, 2014

Even though we never met I know you were loved by my friend Georgia..I know you started your journey in a better place and your with God...you will be missed Sir...R.I.P

Angela Breitfuss

October 15, 2014

I've Known You Since I Was A Lil Girl, May You Rest In Peace Mr. Long

Susan Gilligan

October 15, 2014

Russ always had a smile for me even when I brought flowers to decorate his table and he told me in no uncertain terms, "guys don't do flowers" - I'll miss you Russ

One of Our Best Vacations Ever !!

Georgia Thomas

October 15, 2014

My heart is broken with sadness as I write this. Russ was a huge part of my life for the past 15 years. We enjoyed so many things together that now it will be very difficult to enjoy those things without him by my side. He is a great man and cared for so many people in his life. It is now time for you to rest in peace and for us to carry on your legacy by truly caring for others.. I promise to pay forward the caring and compassion that he had showed me and others in our time together. You will be forever in my heart. I Love You.
Georgia - aka Screwball

Lynn

October 15, 2014

Dear Long family please accept our condolences. My the comfort only God can give be with you in the days ahead.

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