It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Linda Lou Rowe of New Knoxville, Ohio, born in Lima, Ohio, who passed away on July 24, 2023, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, William Edward, Sr. and Carolyn Marie Shaner (Metzger); and her former life partner Steve A. Rowe. She is survived by : her husband Bill E. Long; her children, Shawn Long (Nikki Shaner) and Heather Caldwell (Ronald, III); her grandchildren, Cearra Roby (Luke), LaFern Shaner, Lyla Long, Kayle Long, Sophie Long, Tristen Caldwell and Ty Caldwell; and her siblings, Stephen Shaner (Judy), William Edward, II Shaner (Marie), Daniel Shaner (Jeanna) and Lori Tucker (Paul). She is also survived by 4 great grandchildren, numerous nieces & nephews.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the funeral home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Eley Funeral Home & Crematory