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Howard Archibald Long, 100
January 27, 1921 - July 24, 2021
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Dad, Howard A. Long
Howard Archibald Long, 100, of Lancaster, went into the arms of his Lord and Savior on July 24, 2021, at the Lebanon VA Medical Center. Born January 27, 1921, in Kingston, Jamaica, he was the son of the late Claudius and Miriam Long. He was the loving husband of Patricia Long until her passing in 2003.
Howard was very dedicated to his family and his faith. He was a longtime member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, of Lancaster Ward. He served in United States Army during WWII. He enjoyed repairing watches, which was a trade he developed in Jamaica and continued when he moved to the United States. He will be remembered as a prolific reader, oftentimes found with his nose in medical and how-to books. In his leisure, he tended to his garden. His children remember his fondness of tending mint, vegetables, and grapes. He treasured his Jamaican heritage and visited friends and family there for a few months every year.
His love will live on in his children: Peter Long and Andrew Long, husband of Annette, all of Ohio, Michael Long of Boston, MA, Henrietta Bell, companion of Caroll, of Naples, FL, Theron Long, husband of Michelle, of Jamaica, Fabian Ballantine, husband of Nicole, of Lancaster, Priscilla Lopez, wife of Justin, of Lancaster and Wayne Long, long time companion of Madelyn of Lancaster, a brother: Ray Long of New York, as well as a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in passing by his loving wife Patricia Long, and daughter Judy Long.
Friends and family are invited to attend a viewing from 5PM-7PM on Saturday, July 31, 2021, at
the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St. Millersville, PA.
Interment will take place in Kingston, Jamaica at the family’s convenience
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Condolences to the Family
July 31, 2021
Our deep condolences to Janet, Priscilla. Fabian , and Wayne. Uncle Bib’s has been apart of our family for decades. He never missed a wedding or funeral for the Long (US) family in New York. He will always be in our memories. A dedicated father, brother, uncle and grandfather. Blessings to the family during this time of grieving!
July 29, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Long family. Janet-Henrietta take care stay strong.
Clive McKenzie(Titchfield high)
July 28, 2021
Family of dear Howard Long,
My sincere condolences in the loss of Brother Long. He was a spirit-filled man. He tried his best to teach me how to winter-over fig trees! Glad he reached his #100 goal.
Sincerely,
Kathryn Peris
July 27, 2021
To Fabian, Priscilla, and Wayne
I send my deepest condolences, and wish you well, take care.
Pedro Serrano
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- Millersville, PA 17551
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