Thomas Long Obituary

Our condolences to the Long family on the passing of TL. He was a great friend on and off the ball field; as well as an awesome artist. We'll miss him always.

Our condolences to the Long family on the passing of TL. He was a great friend on and off teh ball field; as well as an awesome artist. We'll miss him always.

I remember Tom from our first grade class picture at St. Jerome, Miss Penny's class...looking so proud in his bow tie. He was alway so nice and smart, with that mega-watt smile. Heaven is certainly blessed by a new angel.

To the Long Family,
Please accept my sympathies for your loss, Tom will forever be in the hearts of those lives he touches. I remember Tom from St. Jerome's and recall that he was wise and mature beyond our tender years. He had the greatest smile, one that brings joy when recalling grade school memories.

To the Long family,
I always remember Tom for his smile,his kindness to me and his friendliness and I was grateful to know him in the years past. My sorrow for you on your loss.
Sheila Cronin Silva

To the Long Family,

I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Tom's death. Reading all the notes of sympathy, it is remarkable how many lives he touched. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness and friendship. My prayers are with you and I am so sorry for your loss.

Anne Kavanagh & Family

To the Long family,
I just can't find the right words... I'm praying for all of you during this most tragic time. Our neighborhood lost one of it's most beautiful residents--Rogers Park will miss Tom's colorful presence and warm spirit. I'll always remember...1972, graduation day, we were wearing our cap and gowns, singing our graduation song, "I'd like to teach the world to sing" and I recall glancing at Tom, as usual, he was so happy and smiling and singing freely... This is how I'll always remember Tom...carefree and happy. Our tragic loss is heaven's great fortune.
Heartfully submitted,

Dear Long Family, Although it has been many years since living on Touhy Av. I fondly remember the years spent living down the street from the Long family. Our thoughts & prayers are with your family during this time. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.

I’ll always remember Tom as one of the most popular boys from St. Jerome’s and the Rogers Park neighborhood. What always struck me was how unlike the stereotypical popular kid he was. Tom didn’t reserve that thousand-watt smile for a select few. On the contrary, he had a way of making you feel like the most important person in the room, regardless of your standing among the “cool” kids. He touched more lives than he ever could have imagined. May he rest with the angels.

With deepest sympathy,

Dearest Aunt Ginn and Family, My deepest sympathy! I have fond childhood memories of your family visits to Fowler. Tom will be missed by many! You have my love and prayers! God Bless you All!

To the Long Family,

You are all in my prayers. My childhood memories of Tom were of a truly nice person that everyone wanted to be around.

Dear Aunt Gen & Family,
Words can't express the sadness Danny and I feel for you in the loss of Tom. I will also remember him growing up and baby-sitting for him and the kids.
Our prayers and sympthy go out to you all.
Sincerely,
Anita & Dan Luckenbill

The Lifeguards of Leone Beach would like to extend our sincerest sympathy to the Long family. Tom's passing came as quite a shock to us all. The unofficial Mayor of Jarvis St. Beach was always there with a friendly smile on his face, and would always bend your ear on the lonely days...there were many. He will be greatly missed.

Dear Mrs.Long, "Stevie", "Johnny" & "Susie", My husband Dave & I were very sorry to hear about the death of "Tommy". You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to all of you - your former "baby-sitter"

Aunt Gen and Family,
You have my deepest sympathy.
May warm memories surround you and bring you comfort. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,

Dear Aunt Genny, Cousins Steve, John, & Suzi & families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need. We're very sorry for the loss of Tom. I remember him best as we were children and your visits to Grandma Goetz's house. I'll always cherish those memories.
Dad, Mom, & our entire family extend our sympathies.

My thoughts and prayers go to the Long family. Tom did light up our lives and I will forever remember his bright light and gentle soul. May he rest in peace.

To the Long family,

None of us that ever knew Tom will ever forget him. Although Tom and I went to St. Jerome together and did not see each other for many years thereafter, I always had fond memories of him. His mega-watt smile, warmth and sense of humor are forever etched in my mind. After not seeing him in over thirty years, I was lucky to cross paths with him last year. He was as I remembered him. Tom will always be "Our Golden Boy." Our loss is heaven's gain.

My deepest condolences.

Shirley and I extend our sympathy to you and your family. May g-d be with you at this time.

John,my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

My deepest sympathy to the Long family.

Long family,

There isn't enough room here to say all the great things I remember about Tom. From the 1st grade at St.Jerome to Leone and Sherwin and Pottawatomie Parks, the moments are too many to count.

Tom and all of you are in my prayers. May he rest in peace.

Dear Aunt Gen and family,
My thoughts go back to the touching letter that Tom wrote when Dad passed away. It recalled old family memories, and made us all laugh. Memories like that are what get us through these sad times.
Love, Deb and Tim Pruitt

To the Long Family,

I went to school with Tom at St. Jerome's and remember him very well.
He was very popular and well liked by everyone he always had a sense of humor. I just wanted to let you know that I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thought's are with your Family at this difficult time. Remember that Tom will always be with you in your hearts and memories.

Dear Long Family

I was so sorry to hear about Tom. It has been a long time since I've seen Tom but I will always remember our grade school days at St. Jerome's and summers on Touhy and Estes, Pottawatamie Park and Touhy beach.

The one thing I remember is everyone wanted Tom on their team when we played kickball and games in Schroeder's alley. Not just because he was so athletic but because he was always fun. Tom always brightened our days with his sense of humor and smile.

I am so deeply sorry for your loss and all you must be going through.

With my sympathies,

We are so thankful that we got to spend time with Tom and the family last month. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Cousins DeAnn, Mark and Larissa Gardner and Aunt Marce Goetz

Dear John & Family,

May the wonderful memories of your life with Tom always be in your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Mother Long Brothers,Sister and all those who loved Tom,
I will be with you and will bring my love along for all of you but wanted to add a thought or two that might not fit into a card. We do not expect one so young and full of life to leave us yet know full well that God has need for Thomas and he has been called home where I am almost certain he will teach the angels how to swim and capture their hearts with his wonderful warmth and smile. My prayers are with you. Love,

Aunt Gen and family,

Our deepest sympathy, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

To the Long family,
I would like to offer my deepest sympathy at Tom's passing. He was a great guy with a great heart. I've never forgotten that Tom was one of the first people to reach out and make me feel comfortable in a new school when I arrived to St. Jerome's in 7th grade. He will be missed by many.

Dear Long Family,

Please accept our sincere and profound sympathies for the passing of Tom. He was always head and shoulders above the rest of us. A great student, athlete and friend, always quick with a smile and a helping hand. He will definitely be missed. Please know that you are in our prayers.

With love and respect,

Dear Long Family,
Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt condolences in the loss of your beloved brother /son/uncle Tom. I was so thrilled to have the ceramic celtic crosses Tom crafted for me when I worked with John-Pottawattomie Days. I am so saddened, may god bless you all at this time. I will always remember Tom as a great guy and great artist.
Sincerely, Tracey Whalen O'Connor

Our hearts and prayers are with you all.

Sincerely, Polly and Dick

My condolences go out to the Long family.