Jean L. Long

Danville – Jean L. Long, 93, of Danville passed away at 11:44 AM on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born April 1, 1931 in Covington, IN to William and Iva Mae (Swainey) Gerard. She was united in marriage for 66 years to her loving husband, Merle G. Long. He preceded her in death on May 18, 2018.

She is survived by five children, Donna (Bob) Cuthrell of Williamsport, IN, Connie (Terry) Bowman of Lizton, IN, Denny (Lisa) Long of Danville, IL, Shelly (Shorty) Sibbing of Danville, IN, and Kenny (Cinnamon) Long of Danville, IL; 16 grandchildren, Cody (John) Roark, Casey (Candy) Miller, Megan (Jimmy) Pease, Ryan (Kristi) Bowman, Logan (Emily) Bowman, Dustin (Emily) Long, Brandi (Austin) Long-Tuttle, Amber (Jamie) Early, Amanda and Aaron Goodrum, Robert and Rachal Cuthrell, Nick and Kirsten Cuthrell, and Stephanie and Lawrence Rogers; 34 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Wilma Demoss, and two grandsons, Tyler Sibbing and Aaron Miller.

Jean began her career working as a roller skate carhop at Steak n’ Shake. Coincidentally, this is where she met her husband, Merle. She then moved on to GE where she was known as the “Queen of GE.” Jean then owned and operated her own business for 35 years, Jeannie’s Beauty Salon. She was an antique car enthusiast and loved restoring them with Merle. She excelled in painting and working on the upholstery during these projects. Jean also loved playing BINGO, was a talented decorator and was always working on various arts and crafts projects, especially if it had anything to do with Christmas. Most of all she was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, and will be missed dearly.

A service to celebrate the life of Jean L. Long will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday November 23, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 3940 N. Vermilion St., Danville, IL 61834. Pastor Robbie Ketcherside will officiate. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM prior to the service on Saturday, also at Sunset in Danville.

Please join Jean’s family in sharing memories, photos, and video of her life through her tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.