Louis S. Long, of Rhode Island, died on Sept. 15, 2026, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center. He was born on April 25, 1950, in Providence, Rhode Island.
Mr. Long graduated from Hope High School and went on to receive his associates degree at CCRI. He built a long career as a sales representative at Zep, where he worked for many years. Throughout his life, he was known as a kind man who loved his family and was known by his genuine smile and curiosity. He had a great appreciation for culture.
He gave generously of his time and talents to the community and to causes important to him. Among the accomplishments that meant the most to him were his service as a member of the Lincoln Water Commission, his volunteer work at P-PAC, his membership in the Touro Fraternal Association, and his role as an elder at the Mishkahn David Messianic Congregation. He was also a member of Temple Beth-El in Providence. These commitments reflected both his sense of service and the values by which he lived.
Louis will be remembered with love by his wife, Valerie Long; his favorite daughter, Devorah Leaver and her husband Mark of Bridgewater County, Ma; two grandchildren, and his sister, Roberta Kirschbaum and her husband Kenny of West Chester County, N.Y., as well as many beloved nieces and nephew and beloved great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Sidney Long, and his mother, Barbara (Finkler) Long.
A memorial service was held on Sept. 18 at Mishkahn David Messianic Congregation in North Smithfield. The burial was private.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to M.J.A.A., Touro Fraternal Association, or to RICI.
Louis S. Long will be remembered for his kindness, his devotion and love to family, and his steady commitment to his faith and community.
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