Jerald "Jerry" Merton Long, 76, of Red House Road, Appomattox, slipped from the arms of his loving wife into the open arms of Jesus, Thursday, September 12, 2019 at his residence. He was the loving husband of Nancy Purdy Long.

Born in Front Royal, November 23, 1942, he was a son of the late Marion Louise Saffell and Thomas Milford Long. Jerry was a member of Thomas Terrace Baptist Church. He retired from Thomasville Furniture.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children, Gary Long and wife, Melissa of Prospect and Tina Wooten and husband, Tony of Dillwyn; one brother, Eddie Long and wife, Janice, of Front Royal; two sisters, Millie Groenke and husband, Dennis of Bedford, and Jean Stoots of Front Royal; he was Papa to eight grandchildren, and G-Pa to five great-grandchildren. He was also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Jeri Lynn Gormus, one brother, Richard Long, and one sister, Judy Richardson.

Jerry's love for his family was only exceeded by his love for his Lord.

A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, September 15, 2019, at Thomas Terrace Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Grooms officiating. Burial will follow in Liberty Cemetery.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church and other times at the residence.

The family would like to invite you to share a meal and time of fellowship at Thomas Terrace Baptist Church, following interment.