Calvin Luther Long's Obituary
Calvin Luther Long, age 88, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Bradenton, Florida. He was born in Saginaw, Michigan to Ethan and Orpha Long. Calvin was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Delores Long, two brothers Elbert Long and Basil Long.
He was a veteran of the United States Army. Calvin was a United States Postal carrier and after retiring served as a supervisor for a total of 32 years of service. He was a member of Community of Christ Church.
Calvin leaves his cherished memories to his children Michelle Hardy (Patrick), Alan Long (Velda), Timothy Long, Lorie Martinez (Bernie), and Penny Rivera (Joey); brothers Nelson Long, David Long, and Everette Long (Sue); sister Arlene Olson; thirteen grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other family members.
A visitation will be held 11:00 – 1:00 pm Wednesday, August 13,2025, at Skyway Memorial Funeral Home in the Mausoleum Chapel. A funeral service will follow the visitation at 1:00 pm in the chapel. Interment will follow the service at Skyway Memorial Gardens
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