Gilbert Neal Long, 87, of Lee's Summit, Missouri passed away on October 12, 2007 in Midland, Texas. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at the Royer Funeral Home in Oak Grove, Missouri. A graveside service will follow the visitation at Sni Mills Cemetery in Oak Grove,Continue Reading
Gilbert Neal Long, 87, of Lee's Summit, Missouri passed away on October 12, 2007 in Midland, Texas. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at the Royer Funeral Home in Oak Grove, Missouri. A graveside service will follow the visitation at Sni Mills Cemetery in Oak Grove, Missouri. He was born in Crocker, Missouri to Thomas and Elizabeth Long. He attended schools in Crocker and graduated high school there. Gilbert joined the United States Army and served in the 24th infantry division during World War II. He received a purple heart and a bronze star for his service. He worked for over 40 years at Unity School of Christianity headquarters, a non-denominational church, located in Lee's Summit where he worked in various capacities. He is survived by his wife, Ethel of Blue Springs, Missouri; his daughter; Judy Dixon and husband Jim of Midland; two grandchildren Jason Dixon and wife Ginger of Round Rock, TX; Kelly Hinsley and husband Kerry of Midland; four great grandchildren, Baylea Builta, Colby Hinsley, and Elyse and Jeffrey Dixon. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and four sisters.In lieu of flowers, it is requested that contributions be made to Hospice of Midland, PO Box 2621, Midland, TX 79702 or to the charity of your choice. A special thank you to Debbie, Beverly, Jackie and Shelly for all their wonderful care.Local arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.,
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