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Arlene Long Obituary
Arlene Bessie Long, 86, of Tiffin, passed away Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at her residence.
Arlene was born Aug. 26, 1938, in Fremont to the late Russel and AmaBell (Inks) Baker. She married John Long in Tiffin Sept. 2, 1956, and he preceded her in death Nov. 9, 2008.
Survivors include her two daughters, Rena (Brian) Harrold of Tiffin and Heidi (Craig) Clark of Tiffin; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Belva (Delmar) Greene of Indiana, Sue Kelbley of New Riegel and Grace (Dave) Sholl of Tiffin.
Arlene retired from JCPenney and attended Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Tiffin. She enjoyed playing bingo, yahtzee, word searches, watching and feeding the birds, teaching everyone about the bible, going with family to tea events and just spending time with her family and friends. Arlene was a graduate of Bettsville High School.
Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, Lisa Long, a brother, Lee Baker and a sister, Clara Hill.
There will be a memorial service held for Arlene at a later date. The Engle-Shook Funeral Home & Crematory in Tiffin is assisting the family with their arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Seneca County Humane Society or Heartland Hospice.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.shookfamilyfh.com.
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Troy
November 30, 2024
Arlene was like a mother to me. Her love of her creator, laugh,smile & classy fashion radiated. Like our creator Jehovah and his appointed Son Jesus. We all yearn to see her again. Heidi, Rena, Grace ,Belva & Kaylene please know the Brenda & I are thinking deeply about you and the pleasant memories of Arlene. Aka "Mama Long"
Troy & Brenda Fleming
Carol Weber Peters
November 20, 2024
So sorry for your loss of Arlene. Prayers for the peace and surrounding love of God be felt by all of you.
jim allgyre
November 19, 2024
So sorry Rena to hear of this.
Tim Weber
November 17, 2024
Sending prayers to Rena and Heidi to give you comfort and strength as you go through the passing of your mom. She was a good person.
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