Aleta worked for Blountville Elementary School for 32 years as a teacher's aide teaching and inspiring young children. She was a devoted housewife, mother who loved to cook who never allowed anyone to leave hungry. She relied on her faith to help her through difficult times. She was very proud of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren whom she loved dearly.
Born to the late Hubert and Nannie McMurray. Preceded in death by her husband, James W. Long to whom she was married 63 years; brother Douglas McMurray, and granddaughter, Marina Hawthorne.
Survivors including son, Michael Long; daughters, Tamela Carter, Cindy S. Hawthorne (John II); grandchildren, Alice Marie Clark (Andrew), Kiersten Elise Hawthorne, Chris Carter, Shane Long, Kevin Long (Brittany), John III “Boomer” Hawthorne (Sara); great-grandchildren, Lenora, Evangeline, and Eleanor Hawthorne; Sisters Barbara Guinn, and Carolyn Hilton, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The Long family will gather to greet friends and share memories on Friday, May 19, 2023 in the Chapel of East Lawn Funeral Home from 5 pm - 7 pm with a Funeral Service following. Officiating will be Rev. Johnny Gibson. A committal and interment service will be held in the Garden of Love at East Lawn Memorial Park at 11 am Saturday, May 20, 2023. Pallbearers will be grandsons.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.eastlawnkingsport.com for the Long family.
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