Frances Cecelia Ellis Long
April 27, 1934 ~ July 30, 2023
Frances Cecelia Ellis Long, 89, of Loveville, MD passed away peacefully at her home on July 30, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Born April 27, 1934 at home in Abell, MD she was the youngest daughter of the late Charles Gilbert Ellis and Ida Mattingly Ellis. She attended Holy Angels Catholic School and Margaret Brent High School. She worked as a nursing assistant at St. Mary’s Hospital for 27 years. She married the love of her life, Joseph Irvin Long at Holy Angels Church on September 22, 1951. The two of them met at the 7th District carnival when he asked her to go for a ride on the Ferris wheel. They enjoyed 23 years of marriage until Joe died of cancer in 1974.
She is survived by her children David Long (Linda) of Williamsburg, VA, Karen Long Russell (Tom) of Leonardtown, Marina Long Albert (Jim) of Callaway, and Kevin Long (Patty) of Loveville, and her grandchildren Lindsey Elliott of Farmville, NC, Thomas Russell (Lucy) of Leonardtown, and David Davee of Leonardtown. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews and their children.
She was preceded in death by her mother, father, and husband, as well as two sisters, Agnes Neach and Betty Smith, and her niece Deborah Nicholson.
Frances was a lover of animals and always had a family pet. Scarlet, Thunder, and Jack will miss her dearly.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 10 at Holy Angels Church in Avenue, MD. The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 AM, followed by Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Morganza, MD. Serving as pallbearers will be David Long, Kevin Long, Jim Albert, Mock Mattingly, Brian Goode, and Mike Russell. Honorary pallbearers will be Lindsey Elliott, Thomas Russell, Patty Long, and Patricia Goode.
In lieu of flowers, Frances asked that contributions be made to:
St. Mary's Animal Welfare League (SMAWL) P.O. Box 1232 Leonardtown, MD 20650
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Ms. Frances, having you in my life, getting to be your grandson and receiving the kindness, love and care you gave unconditionally has been a great honor that I have cherished and will always cherish.
As we all move forward in life, learning and growing, I want to strive to carry your memory of life with the same love and kindness you gave to me and so many others.
You lived fully and raised an incredible family whom I have come to call my family, who all exemplify your kindness and love that inspires so deeply. For this I will always be thankful for the life you lived and the memories you etched into our hearts.
Rest well in Heaven, I will always love you.
To all of Frances family;
We are so sad to hear of Frances passing.
Our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are extended to all of you.
Ruth Joy Coombs and Betty Joy Thomas
Our thoughts and prayers are with Frances’ family and friends during this time of sorrow. May the many memories that she created and shared with you comfort you in the days ahead.
Nina Bowles, Joan Snodderly and Donna Adams
Karen, sending prayers and condolences to you and your family. May your mother Rest in Peace.
Marina sorry for your lose. Even though we didn’t know your mother we know what a good person she raised in you. May your mother Rest in Peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Heart felt condolences.
Thank you Frances for being you. The son that you shared with me is a wonderful husband to my daughter. Thank you for sharing your family with me. Your children are all to be proud of. Your love and guidance made them into outstanding people
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and may you find comfort in the many fond memories of her.
Dear Karen, Marina and Kevin – I am so sorry for your Mother’s passing! She was a beautiful lady with a beautiful heart and it shows in every one of you! Hold all the wonderful memories close in your heart and, she will live on forever! God Bless you all!
Members of the family of Frances Long, we were Loveville Friends for a very long time. We enjoyed meals at Wendy’s in Leonardtown quite a few times and just catching-up on news. Frances was a pleasure to be around. We had a lot of laughs together. May she Rest In Peace my Friend. Elizabeth (Ann) Bowles
Although we really didn’t know Frances in a personal way, our close friendship with Karen and Tom make us feel like we were a part of her extended family. Her strength and accomplishments in raising a family as a single Mother is greatly reflected in her children.
I worked at the Hospital with Francis, beginning in 1971. She was a wonderful person. She was a hard worker and so much fun to be around. I have lived out of State for many years, and lost touch with many Friends, but because my Mother was a good Friend of Frances, she would keep me informed as to how she was doing. She loved her Family deeply. My Mother, Mary Norris, passed away on May 28, 2023, so I know the pain and loss you are dealing with right now. My deepest sympathies to you and your Family.
Vicky Russell