Ray Long
Ollie Raymond Long, Jr., 72, of Orange, Texas, died on November 12, 2018, at his home surrounded by loved ones.
A gathering of family and friends will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, November 18, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Stewart, Florida, on September 12, 1946, he was the son of Ollie Raymond Long, Sr. and Florence (Anderson) Long. Ray was in the United States Army Reserve, worked as a Police Officer in Orange for 11 years, worked as a Plant Supervisor at Ausimont in Orange, as well as working security at Lamar State College- Orange. He attended high school at Bridge City High School and went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree from Lamar University. He was a member of the Boy Scouts of America as an Eagle Scout. Ray had a passion for his grandchildren, the beach and enjoyed spending time at Crystal Beach with his family and friends playing dominos and having a good time. He loved playing and watching golf, traveling, going to festivals with his beach crew, and coaching little league. Ray loved his family dearly and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ollie and Florence Long.
He is survived by his girlfriend of 20 years, Kay Stubbs; sons, Scott Long and wife Kasie, of Bridge City and Chad Long, of Houston; grandchildren, Karys, Slate, and Reid Long; siblings, Donna Lanthier, Norma Coon, and Erma Richter; along with numerous other friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Port Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department at 1806 Broadway, Port Bolivar, TX 77650.
Condolences
Josie Solis
November 19, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to the Long family. I know he will be missed dearly. I knew Ray from LSC-O and have kind memories of him. May he Rest In Peace.
Claybar Funeral Home
November 16, 2018
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Sharon Landry
November 15, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to Ray's family and friends. Only sweet memories of the tall, kind guy I went to school with.
Steve Sandefur
November 15, 2018
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Sally Hodge
November 15, 2018
. We were friends from high school. Ray was always the nicest, sweetest guy then and all thru the years after never changed. Great smile he always had. Prayers for his family
Sally David Hodge
Carol Foreman Puckett
November 14, 2018
Carol Foreman Puckett lit a candle in memory of Ray Long
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November 14, 2018
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William Michelli
November 14, 2018
Heartfelt condolences go out to the Long family and friends of Mr. Ray's. Scott and Chad you are both in our thoughts and prayers here in Geismar. William Michelli
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November 14, 2018
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Johnny Hanel
November 14, 2018
Always enjoyed visiting with Ray at Crystal Beach, greeting everyone with a big smile, conversion and his friendship. Johnny and Sharon Hanel
Kathie Poulter
November 13, 2018
Rays beautiful smile and huge heart will never be forgotten. Fred & Kathie Poulter
Patsy Tullos
November 13, 2018
EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL
Kathy Woods
November 13, 2018
Kathy Woods lit a candle in memory of Ray Long
Diane Darcy
November 13, 2018
Ray lit up the room! It was a great pleasure to know him. Phil and Diane Darcy
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November 13, 2018
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Kellie Davidson
November 13, 2018
Always playing around with the kids, when we came to the beach cabin,joking around with Roman and Brinley , he was an all around nice guy he will be missed
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November 13, 2018
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