James Long

May 5, 1926 - December 6, 2008

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Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home

3800 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas 79705

Tuesday 12/9, 2:00 pm

James (Jim) Long, 82, of Big Spring, died on Saturday, December 6, 2008, at his residence. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Sharon Wiese, pastor, officiating.He was born on May 5, 1926 in the Knott Community, northwest of Big Spring, to Jimmie and Ben Long. He married Bonnie M. Thompson on December 11, 1953 in Big Spring.Jim worked as a cowboy for Lester Foster in Sterling City and then for J. C. Reed Cattle Company in Martin County. He then started working on the pipeline gang for Cosden Pipeline, now known as American Petro Fina Pipeline, in October of 1956. He worked as an electrician and pipeline foreman before becoming superintendent, retiring in 1989.He was a member of Local 826 International Union of Operating Engineers, the 25 year club at Cosden, and the Big Spring Country Club, where he served on the Board of Directors. He was also a member of First United Methodist Church.Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Long of Big Spring; a brother & sister-in-law, Robert and Alma Long of Big Spring; a sister & brother-in-law, Joy and B. W. Henderson of Whitney; five nieces & nephews, Lynn Rollins and wife, Jann, Janet Marie King and husband, Ron, Russell Long and wife, JoAnn, Russeline Long and husband, John Wauheckon and Linda Driver; and special friends, Keith and Becky Crane of Big Spring. The family suggests memorials to Home Hospice, 111 E. 7th St., Suite A, Big Spring, Texas 79720 or to a favorite charity.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,

Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home

3800 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas 79705

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Tuesday 12/9, 2:00 pm

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BONNIE: I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JIM'S PASSING AWAY. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND CO-WORKER. I WORKED WITH HIM AT COSDEN PIPELINE AND WENT TO THE PARTYS AT HARBOR ISLAND. WE ALWAYS ENJOYED BEING TOGETHER AT WORK. GIBBY

Bonnie, I was so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I can't imagine how heart broken you must feel. I, as well as many others, will be praying for you as you go through this difficult time.

Bonnie, You were my mentor at TU Electrice and I only have much love and affection for you. You have my deepest symphathies and prayers. Your friend from the long past. Bettye Burton Medcalf

Bonnie, we were so sorry to read the Midland Reporter this morning about Jim. We had not heard that he was ill. Wish we were able to come over to the service, but at this time we aren't. God Bless You and Comfort You. With Love, Charles & Della

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Bonnie, I am sorry for your loss. Jim was a friend and he will be missed.

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Hi Bonnie, We were grieved to see Jim's obit in the newspaper last night! We are SO very sorry! I have had your phone # on my dressing table as I have been intending to call you and will do so in the near futture, but for today, we want you to know that you are certainly in our thoughts and in our prayers. You know that we think alot of you and Jim and we truly are sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you today and in the days and weeks to come. We know that loss is never easy for those left behind. We love you Bonnie!! John and Wilma Doll

Bonnie, I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. May God provide you with comfort during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy. Mary Overby Henson

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.