Herbert 'Herbie' Long

Herbert "Herbie" Long, 78, passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Pleasant Meadows Senior Living in Chrisman, IL. He was born on July 20, 1943 the son of Elmer and Clara (Cooksey) Long in Hoopeston, IL.

Herbie leaves behind his wife of 47 years, Sandra Long; children, Carol (Mark) Hannus and Shawn (Stephanie) Taylor; grandchildren, Christopher and Madison; three great grandchildren; siblings, Barbara Gosser, Nancy Neal, Winnie Roach, Brenda Eastburn, Marsha Cropper, Ronald "Squeak" Long, and Sherrie Leslie; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Herbie is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, James Long.

Herbie loved animals, cars, and sports. He was an avid Illini and Cubs fan and enjoyed going to car shows. He was very social and enjoyed making and spending time with friends as well as family. Herbie served in the United States Army and was a proud American. After serving his country he took a job at General Motors where he worked for 30 years. He later took a part time job at American Chevrolet as a shuttle driver.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Danville, Illinois, 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Illinois 61834. Officiating will be John Neal and Steven Adsit. Entombment will be in Sunset Memorial Park in Danville. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made in Herbies name to any animal rescue of your choosing or Transition Hospice.

Please join Herbies family in sharing memories, photos, and videos on his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.

Services Visitation Thursday January 27, 2022 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Il 61834 Funeral Service Thursday January 27, 2022 11:00 AM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Il 61834