Ronnie Keith Long Sr.

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA

Ronnie Keith Long Sr

Ronnie Keith Long Sr, 82, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 04, 2024 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. He was born in Gaston County, NC, son of the late William Avery and Helen McGill Long and was preceded in death by 2 sons, Jeff and Renn Long. Ronnie was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. He worked as a truck driver for many years and was affectionately known by his handle, "Stanley Steamer". Ronnie was an avid collector and enjoyed spending time shooting his collection of guns. He also enjoyed spending time fishing and working in his yard. Ronnie was a die hard western television and movie fan, spending many hours watching classic TV. He possessed a larger than life personality and loved entertaining people around him with countless stories of his past. Above all else, Ronnie loved his family. A devoted husband, father and grandfather to 2 generations of children. His guidance, warmth, and love will be cherished by all who knew him for a lifetime.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 30 years: Linda Jan Fisher Long, of the home

Children: Ronnie Keith Long Jr. (Mary), Kellie Long, and John McPurdy (Barbara)

Siblings: Linda Miller, Carolyn Benenhaley, Gary Long (Libby), and Eddie Long (Wanda)

Grandchildren: Aaron Long, Brandon Adair, Renn Adair (Melissa), Taylor Adair, Joseph McPurdy, Brittany McPurdy, and Lauren Dixon

Great Grandchildren: Amerisa, Braiden, Trevor, LeeAnne, Carley, and a newborn baby girl

Special Niece and Nephew: Carolee Bultman and Marty Messer

FUNERAL SERVICE: Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Pastor Jason Allen officiating

VISITATION: Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of Oak Grove Baptist Church

INTERMENT: Gaston Memorial Park, Gastonia, NC

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ARRANGEMENTS:  HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA