It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Marcellus “Pete” Long Sr.

Marcellus "Pete" Long Sr., 89, was called home to eternal rest in hospice care at Big Bend Hospice Inc. on Saturday November 15, 2025.

He will be remembered for his strong faith in God, his generosity and his love for his family and friends.

Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Philadelphia Primitive Baptist Church 840 Dunn Street, with burial at Southside Cemetery.

Viewing will be from 12:00 (Noon) to 6 P.M. Friday November 28, 2025 at Strong and Jones Funeral Home.

He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife of over 70 years, Ritchie Bell; two daughters, Vanessa R. Eason (John) and Cynthia Long; one son, Marcellus Long Jr.(Linda); five grandchildren, Marcelle (Robert), Michael (Joni), Marcellus III, Marlinda (Gomez) and Cameron; seven great grandchildren, Kayla, Ma'Kylah, Benjamin, Messiah, Marleigh, Omari and Zaccai; two sisters, Virginia Pinckney (H.B.) and Laurestine Hatchett; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other extended family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Roscoe Long and Samuel Long.

On behalf of the staff and management of Strong & Jones Funeral Home, Inc., we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Marcellus "Pete' Long Sr.