John Joseph Long Obituary
We bid farewell to John Joseph Long (Cherokee, North Carolina), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 22, 2025 at the age of 71. John Joseph touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Posey Long and Bessie Long (Catolster); his son Farrell Oocumma; his brothers, Wilbur Ax-Long, Garfield Henry Long Sr. and David Long; and his nephew Garfield Ax-Long Jr..
He is survived by: his wife Donna; his stepdaughters, Maria Lyons (Loyd II) and Abby Murphy (Jess); his grandchildren, Emily Lyons and Loyd Lyons IV; and his nephews, Charles Welch, Jamie Long (Angie) and Eugene Long (Shannon).
Visitation was held on Wednesday, March 26th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Macedonia Baptist Church (1181 Wolfetown Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, March 26th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location.
