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Melanie Long February 16, 1974 - March 9, 2019

Melanie K. Long

(nee Hawse) Departed this life, Saturday, March 9, 2019.

Beloved wife of Patrick J. Long, dear mother of Connor, Ethan, Riley, and James Long, dear daughter of Daun Hawse and the late Ruth Hawse (nee Koostra), dear sister of Stephanie (Allen) Aubuchon, dear daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, niece, aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend.

“To know Melanie was to love Melanie.  She touched so many lives with her warmth and instant friendship.  No one was a stranger for long.  Melanie had close and cherished relationships from every aspect of her life.  She became a part of every soul she touched.  She was everyone’s favorite patient as she courageously battled cancer with all she had to give.  Melanie’s greatest joy in life was being an amazing mom to four phenomenal children.”

Services:  Visitation and funeral service will be held at The Rock Church of St. Louis, 15101 Manchester Road, Ballwin, MO 63011.  Visitation on Friday, March 15 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.  The funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 16 at 10:00 a.m. The family encourages everyone to feel free to wear pink in support of breast cancer research.  Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Cancer Society or Camp Kesem appreciated.

Visitation and funeral service will be held at The Rock Church of St. Louis, 15101 Manchester Road, Ballwin, MO 63011.  Visitation on Friday, March 15 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.  The funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 16 at 10:00 a.m. The family encourages everyone to feel free to wear pink in support of breast cancer research.

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    Sheila M. Robinson says
    March 18, 2019 at 10:21 pm

    May God comfort and guide you during this difficult time; and may the “peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your heart and your mental powers”. Philippians 4:7.

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    Lori Dobson says
    March 15, 2019 at 9:16 pm

    Patrick. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayer are with you and your family. God bless your family.

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    Peter B Johns says
    March 15, 2019 at 11:34 am

    The kindest, sweetest neighbor I could ever hope for.

    Do not struggle and do not stop to cross turbulent waters.

    Mister Pete

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    Sigma Kappa says
    March 15, 2019 at 12:49 am

    On behalf of Sigma Kappa at the University of Missouri, we send our deepest condolences. We send our love to her family during this time.

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    Dave Madison says
    March 14, 2019 at 9:59 pm

    Patrick and family, so sorry for your loss. From the stories I heard from Patrick and read from others sounds like Melanie was a great person and we know a great fighter. She may be gone, but I am sure will never be forgotten.

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    Keesha Kahn says
    March 14, 2019 at 2:35 pm

    I never met Mrs. Long& have only smiled at her husband in passing at work or a company function, but he’s a coworker of mine. Our company sent out a notice of her transition& I read the Obituary. My first cousin was diagnosed with Breast Cancer 7 years ago so I know it’s definitely a tough battle! Before I even read it, the glow of life emanated from her beautiful picture! I just wanted to offer my deepest sympathies to Patrick , their 4 children, the entire family& every life that she touched. May each of you be blessed with more smiles and laughter than tears& sorrow when you think of her. May God grant you strength, peace& courage in the days and years ahead!

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    Edna (Hedy) Harden says
    March 14, 2019 at 3:12 am

    Dear Patrick, I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife. Now I know why you like to wear pink. I’m sorry I can’t make the services, but please accept my condolences. As you may know, I lost my only child 3 years ago, so I can understand the great sense of loss you must be feeling. Love to you and all the family. Edna Harden

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    Becky Kimmick says
    March 14, 2019 at 12:48 am

    Dear Patrick and kids, please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss.

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    Pat Balkenbush says
    March 13, 2019 at 10:37 pm

    So very sorry for your loss, Patrick and family. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

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    Bridget Fehrenbach says
    March 12, 2019 at 2:52 pm

    I just can’t imagine a world without Melanie in it. To say we lost one of the great ones is an understatement. Holding Paddy and the kids in our hearts during this difficult time.

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    Toniann Meyer says
    March 12, 2019 at 1:43 am

    Our Deepest sympathy, Melanie taught my niece back in 2007 and 2008 and has been my daughter Anastasia Meyer’s teacher for 5 years, my daughter is in 6th this year and just loved her and is so very sad about this.
    You all will be in our prayers.

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    Bryan Woehl says
    March 12, 2019 at 12:22 am

    Our deepest sympathy in your time of loss. She was a beacon of light for many people. She will be greatly missed. God bless her family.

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