Lenus "Len" John Long

LONG, LENUS "LEN" JOHN - Entered into rest on June 25, 2014 in Windsor, CA. following a short illness. Len is preceded in death by his loving wife of sixty-four years, the late Phyllis Marie (Hamill) Long in February of this year. Dearly beloved father of Kristy (Mark) Mendoza of Santa Rosa, CA and Vince (Karen) Long of Clear Lake, CA. Adored grandfather of Aaron, Anthony, Angela, Dawn, Ashley and Amy. Cherished great grandfather of Alithia, Bethany, Trinity, Maya, Andie, Alex, Chase and Gabriella. Also survived by two great-great grandchildren; Jordan and Hailey. Len, one of nine children born to the late Joseph Lawrence and Elizabeth Marie (Reiff) Long, is also survived by one sister; Mary and one brother; Bobby, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A native of Manilla, Iowa, age 91 years. Along with his wife, he is also preceded in death by two sons; David and Timothy. Len graduated from high school in his birth city and state, followed by attending the Santa Rosa Junior College. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served our country for five years. He retired as a U.S. Post Master in 1985 after thirty-five years with the Postal Service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and travel. Len was a member of the St. Rose Y.M.I., the Druids, the Good Sam Club, St. Vincent de Paul Society and the American Legion. A private family Funeral Mass has been held at St. Rose Catholic Church (398-10th Street, Santa Rosa, CA, 95401). Private inurnment; Oak Tree Lawn-Calvary Catholic Cemetery (2930 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA, 95404).