Noel A. Long's Obituary
Noel A. Long, age 88, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021 in her home surrounded by family and is now with her Lord and Savior. She was born May 22, 1933 in Detroit, MI to Ellis and Nora (Pohler) Wood. Noel earned an Associates Degree in Teaching from Albion College and Eastern Michigan University and taught for a short time before starting her family. On December 29, 1952, she married Harry Long in Detroit. They were married 53 years before he preceded her in death on August 29, 2006. Noel had been a member of First Congregational Church then later First Baptist Church and most recently became a member of Forest Park Covenant Church. She was a dedicated member of P.E.O. International (a philanthropic organization for women) and Questers. She was also involved in many Bible Study groups over the years. Noel loved nature and all of God’s creation. She truly loved flowers and always kept a beautiful garden. She appreciated music, attending the symphony and enjoyed playing the piano and singing in the choir. Noel was an avid reader and surrounded herself with books to enjoy and to share. But most of all, she had a compassionate and giving heart, always looking to serve others. She would often reach out to neighbors, friends, and family to offer to bring a meal, give a ride, or help out in her special, loving way. SURVIVORS include 4 children: Nora (Gary) Privasky, Stewart (Cherie) Long, Matt (Elaine) Long, and Annie (John) Kendra; 10 grandchildren: Kirk Long, Steven Privasky, David Privasky, Kyle Long, Nathan Long, Jordan Sunday, Hannah Kuipers, Danny Kendra, Sophia Kendra, and Jessie Long; 16 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Thomas Wood. SERVICES for Noel will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444 (231) 798-1100, with Pastor Craig Cramblet officiating. VISITATION with the family will be from 6-8 PM Monday and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday. Burial will take place in Restlawn Cemetery. MEMORIALS to the Harbor Hospice Foundation or Fernwood Botanical Gardens and Nature Preserve (13988 Range Line Rd., Niles, MI 49120) will be appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com
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