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Victor Long Obituary
July 8, 1959 - February 5, 2018
Myrtle Beach
Victor Murray Long, age 58, passed away unexpectedly Monday, February 5, 2018. Born July 8, 1959 in Savannah, GA, Mr. Long was the son of the late Thomas E. Long and the late Anne Bostwick Long.
Mr. Long was a Data Base Administrator at Horry Telephone Co-Op and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired from the military in 2013 as a Lt. Colonel and Commander of the 117th Air Control Squadron, Air National Guard.
Mr. Long loved his country, anything on television about space, the salt marshes of Georgia where he spent his youth, and most of all his family. He was so very proud of his son Brian who followed in his footsteps by joining the Air Force and his daughter Caileigh who followed in her mother's footsteps and became a teacher. He gladly welcomed a new son when Caileigh married Jay Dennis of Conway. The four of them will miss him more than words could ever say.
Mr. Long is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Brenda Williams Long, his son Brian Murray Long of Nellis Air Force Base, NV, and his daughter Caileigh Anne Long Dennis (Jay) of Chapel Hill, NC.
In addition, Mr. Long is survived by two brothers, Thomas E. Long, Jr. (Ann) of Fort Lauderdale, FL and Larry Long (JoAnn) of Statesboro, GA, two sisters, Peggy Anderson (Robert) of Savannah, GA and Beryl Bunch (Esra) of Mobile, AL, and his mother-inlaw Peggy L. Williams of Myrtle Beach.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Friday at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel with Rev. Michael Bye officiating. Burial with Full Military Honors will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be sent to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517 or online at www.woundedwarriorproject.org
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Brenton Field
February 2, 2021
Remembering all the things Vic and i shared still brings a smile to me. Vic was a great guy and still missed greatly
Terri (Bryan) Feusner
March 13, 2018
Victor and I went to school together at Jenkins in Savannah GA.Such a nice,caring person then and I know his family will miss him everyday.To his family,so sorry for your loss and sending prayers your way.
Nancy Floyd
March 6, 2018
Dear Long family,
So sorry to hear of Vic's passing. I haven't seen your family since we attend a 117th family gathering when our kids were small. I just wanted you to know I have you in my thoughts and prayers and thought the world of Vic. He was always so nice when I came out to the Unit to bring stuff for Forrest. I know y'all have fond memories to help you through this difficult time. May God give you strength and just know he is is in a better pace.
With deepest sympathy,
Nancy Floyd x wife of MSGT FORREST FLOYD
Laurie Schoifet
February 11, 2018
Brenda, Brian and Caileigh my heartfelt sympathy for your great loss. Hold on tight to each other and God will guide you through this difficult time.
Irene Field
February 10, 2018
Vic and my husband Brenton were not only Cousins, but they served together at the 117th ACS in Savannah, Ga. We are so sorry to learn of Vic's sudden passing. Our hearts are heavy with you Brenda, Caileigh and Brian. Please accept our sincerest condolences. May God wrap you in his arms and offer you some comfort during your time of sorrow. Much love to all of you.
Brenton Field
February 10, 2018
To Brenda, Brian, Caileigh, my deepest condolences..
Vic was my cousin, military brother and good friend. He always had a kind word for everyone. Though I finished my military career at a different unit, it was a great honor to serve with Vic at the 117th. He will be greatly missed.
Patrick Grimes
February 10, 2018
Knew Vic from my time with the 117th and deployed to Iraq with him in 2006. A genuinely kind man and easy to befriend. My condolences to the Long family.
Jeff Burdett
February 10, 2018
So very sorry to hear of Vic's passing. I knew Vic from my time at the 117th and worked side by side with him during our deployment to Iraq. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. Thoughts and prayers to his family. Rest well my friend.
Tom & Ann Long
February 9, 2018
On Monday, our family and this world lost one of its angels; but heaven gained as it welcomed him with open arms. We will miss you Vic.
Carrie Nolan
February 9, 2018
so very sorry for your loss Brenda...prayers for you abd family to heal.
Roosevelt Montgomery
February 9, 2018
To the Long family I share in your loss and I am deeply saddened by the passing of a dear friend and mentor. I served with Vic my entire 23 year career at the 117th , including being the MC at my retirement. I have fond memories of the professionalism, attention to detail and amusement we found time to muster when the mission wasn't going quite right. I will miss him dearly but never forget the positive impact Vic made on my career.
Michael Pratt
February 9, 2018
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Glenn Brown
February 9, 2018
God speed Vic. It was an honor to serve our country with you.
Katie & Craig Schreiner
February 9, 2018
Craig and I are sadden by your loss. There are no words. We are here for you.
Whiney Neeves
February 8, 2018
Brenda, Brian and Caileigh, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss! Please know that your SLDA family is holding you up in prayer and asking for great comfort for all of you!
Audra Sarni
February 8, 2018
Although I only met vic once he was a sweet and kind man. He was a proud service man and it was an honor to meet him. May he rest in peace. Thank You for your service to our country. God Bless You and Your wonderful family.
Wanda Hardee
February 8, 2018
Seeing this on FB was such a shock for me. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Wanda Hardee
Wayne Williams - USMC
February 8, 2018
Thanks for your service Airman !!!
Wayne Williams
United States Marine Corps
Teresa Tharp
February 8, 2018
Vic was a co-worker with me in Savannah, GA. He was always so helpful and I learned a lot from him. He was a great guy with a quick wit, smart, and fun to be around. I know he will be greatly missed! My prayers are with all of his family.
Ed Brzezinski
February 8, 2018
Vic was my neighbor and my friend, I had become good friends with his son Brian and we fished together, whether it was when we met on his early morning walks or when he was out in his yard he never had a bad word to say about anybody, he will truly be missed.
Carol Cox
February 7, 2018
Vic was highly regarded at HTC, and only positive words were ever spoken about him. His passing is a huge void to all who knew and loved him. I feel as though I really missed out by not knowing him better. My prayers and sincere sympathies go out to the entire Long family.
Danny Scudder
February 7, 2018
I was very sad & stunned to hear that Vic passed away. I was a member of the 117th ACS for 26 years and was a close friend of his. I retired before he became Commander, but he deserved the advance in career more than some. I will miss the opportunity to spend time with him in our retirement. I will pray for his family in this time of grief.
Fare well Colonel.
Don Urban
February 7, 2018
I met Vic at HTC. He was a great guy. We both often spoke of our careers in the Air Force as well as his son just starting out on his adventure in the Air Force. Vic will be missed very much. His entire family is in my prayers. May he now rest in eternal peace.
Gary Fowler
February 7, 2018
My thoughts and prayers to all the family of great old friend Victor.
Tony Robbins
February 7, 2018
My prayers go out to all of Vic's family. He was a great friend I'll miss very much.
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