Mary V. Long

January 6, 1937 – May 5, 2024

Mary V. Long passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, May 5, 2024, in Boca Raton, Florida. She was a young 87 years old. She was born on January 6, 1937, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Clement Joeseph Volpert and Catherine Helen (Hambuchen) Volpert.

She received a degree in pharmacy from the University of Arkansas and enjoyed a fulfilling career as a pharmacist in Shreveport, Louisiana and South Florida where she also received a PhD. Traveling the world with her sweetheart, Dominick, brought her much joy. She also had a soft spot for anything Snoopy, opera, dancing, reading and ceramics.

She is survived by her four children, Francis, Ashley, John, and Katie; her sons-in-law Kevin and Mark; her gifted grandchildren and great grandsons; her brothers John Henry and Clement and their spouses; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her sweetheart, Dominick Iacovone; her parents, Clement Volpert and Catherine Volpert; her sister, Rose Ann; her brothers, Paul, and Charlie; her daughter-in-law, Susan; and her husband, Francis Long.

A private service will be held on June 1.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Miami Bridge Youth and Family Services, Miami Central Campus, 2810 NW South River Drive, Miami, FL 33125, Phone: 305-635-8953, Donor Support:[email protected]

“Use your head, be yourself and pray.” -Mary V. Long