Francis Charles Long
April 09 1943 - July 08 2020
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Cheryl Murray posted a condolence
Monday, July 20, 2020
Dear Terry & Bill Arquette & family, Michelle & Chris Bergeron & family, Christine & George MacInnis & family, I’m so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. My sincere condolences. My husband Bill and I can empathize having lost both his parents within months of each other last year. Such a profound loss causes us to reflect and I’ve been thinking about Charlie a lot these last several days. I can’t help but be transported back a lifetime, literally, to when I was barely 22 years old. It was December 1983 and I was starting my first shift as a dispatcher for the Emergency Communications Division of the Windsor Fire Department. My immediate supervisor and instructor was to be your dad, Francis Charles Long. The uniforms, lights, buzzers, bells, alarms, to say nothing of the gruff, imposing and menacing looking senior officers were terrifying to a young 22 year old girl. Charlie took me under his protective wing. With Charlie’s patient, thorough and professional tutelage in my initial 3-month training and throughout his 12-year supervision, I became a skilled and respected “Emergency Communicator”. I will always be grateful to Charlie for his knowledge and professionalism, which he imparted to me. Although I was saddened to hear of your dad’s passing so soon after Lil’s, I wasn’t surprised. Your dad surely loved your mom. He showed it in so many ways, but the one I remember most is his daily 9:00 o’clock phone call to your mom. It was never a long call, Charlie’s professionalism wouldn’t allow it, but he would check on your mom every day...without fail. Charlie was a dedicated family man. Charlie loved you girls and bragged about every one of your successes and accomplishments. I clearly remember a beaming Charlie proudly flashing a picture of his first grandchild all around Dispatch for everyone to see. Charlie was a dedicated professional who served his community proudly and loyally, but his greatest achievement will always be his family. Please take some solace in knowing that your dad made a difference in many lives and earned his final respite beside your mom. F C Long / XJG97…out. With deepest sympathy, Cheryl Murray
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Steve Hecnar posted a condolence
Saturday, July 18, 2020
Our sincere condolences to Charlie's family. Wish we had more contact with Charlie and Lily's and their branch of the family over the years. Our memories are of two wonderful people. May your memories bring some comfort during this difficult time - Steve (cousin) and Darlene Hecnar.
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Mike McLeod posted a condolence
Friday, July 17, 2020
Hey Theresa, Michelle and Christine...Mike McLeod here is reading his emails at work after a typical 3 weeks off and reading the unfortunate news of your dad... Just want to give you my condolences...he was a great guy and will be missed by all...OOO!!!
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Pam Baksi posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
I met and worked with Charlie and Lil at SSVP. Both were wonderful, kind and compassionate people. May they enjoy eternity in the loving arms of our Lord. Pam Baksi
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Gerry Strong posted a condolence
Sunday, July 12, 2020
Deepest sympathy to the Long family on the passing away of Charlie.I was fortunate to serve with Charlie on the Windsor West Particular Council.As President of Windsor West Particular Council,Charlie was an excellent leader who coordinated the activities of the West End churches.He was very fair and democratic as chairperson of the our group. Charlie and Lil were devoted hard working members of our Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. Their work on behalf of the poor on the west end was appreciated and will always be remembered. I am sure that Charlie and Lily are together in Heaven. Fond memories, Gerry Strong President OLMC Council
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Lily posted a condolence
Sunday, July 12, 2020
Dear Theresa Michelle and Christine, We are very saddened to read that your dear father passed away. He was married to my cousin Lily. Our deepest condolences from Betty (Niven) and Mike Nehr.
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Chelsea Dishman posted a condolence
Sunday, July 12, 2020
My grandpa has put an impact on so many people's lives. He was a hero and the kindest person I've ever met. I have so many memories growing up but one of my best memories is being in the kitchen with him. He showed me so much in the kitchen and thanks to him I'm a great cook and I have gained his skills. I will always think about him in the kitchen and were his jacket with pride❤ love you lots grandpa miss you xoxo
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Bill Craig posted a condolence
Saturday, July 11, 2020
Always a smile and a kind word. I have very fond memories of Charlie at the firehall. Condolences to the family.
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Italo Carducci posted a condolence
Saturday, July 11, 2020
It's very shocking and sad receiving these news. Charlie was a great friend and colleague. I had the privilege to work with him for many years. The walls at Fire Headquarters are still calling our names. I am very sorry. My heartfelt condolences to all the family. A big hug to all of you, Italo Carducci
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Charlie Drouillard posted a condolence
Saturday, July 11, 2020
Michelle and the entire Charlie Angel families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. I am grateful that I was able to share some memories of the Fire Department with him. Charlie & Elaine Drouillard Charlie & Elaine Drouillard
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Violet Niven Hecnar posted a condolence
Saturday, July 11, 2020
Dear Theresa, Michelle, Christine and Familes. I was very saddened to read of your father, grandfathers passing. I know that he was much beloved by you. I wish that I had known him better. Your Mom Lily (chickie to me ) always had wonderful things to say about him. Keep your wonderful memories close to your heart and he will never really go away. Love from your old cousin Violet (bunny) your Great Uncle Alec Niven’s daughter.❤️❤️❤️
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Ross Taylor posted a condolence
Friday, July 10, 2020
We are really saddened by the passing of Charlie. He was an extraordinary man. There are many in the community who will mourn deeply his passing as his was a life of service, love and compassion. May he rest in peace. Our deepest condolences. You will live in the hearts of many forever.
James, Bev, Jenny and Nicole Sorrell, Ross Taylor.
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Susan Gates posted a condolence
Friday, July 10, 2020
My Hero We all have someone we admire and want to be just like one day, and we all have different opinions about what a true hero is. My brother Charlie (Chuck, when we were being playful) is/was my hero. When someone asks you "who is your biggest role model" most people say their parents or some famous person. For me, my brother is and has always been my biggest role model. Charlie is 13 years older than me, so we do not have that typical big brother/little sister relationship. We never fought the way siblings do. One of the things that was a result of our age difference was how much I looked up to him. I would have been only a child when Charlie married and moved out of our home so I don't have a lot of memory of him living with us but I know he helped support our big family when he started working. I'm told he never once complained. When I was a very young child, he would put me in his bicycle basket and ride me around town. I like to think it's because Mom and Dad made him my God Father and he was proud to show me off. Truth be told it was probably because I cried all the time and it was the only way they could shut me up and have some peace in the house. There never would have been quiet with that big brood running about. He has supported me, cheered me on, given me (mostly) unbiased advise, and has simply been there for me whenever I needed him. He has taught me which situations I should fight for and which to walk away from, as well as which boyfriends will pass his test and which aren't worth the time - not that I had many. He was the peace keeper in our family. When I wanted to attend school dances and Mom wouldn't let me, all I had to do was call Charlie and he would drop by after work for a visit and talk mom into letting me go. It was Charlie who took me to the Sentry Dept. Store to buy my first bra. What an embarrassment that must have been for him in those days. I babysat for Charlie and Lil on Thursday nights so that they could attend the Spitfire hockey games. Charlie would pick me up after work and we would stop at the "A" Burgers and he would buy 12 hamburgers for $10.00 and splurged for a couple side of fries. I looked forward to those burger nights. Charlie would drop by in full uniform and you knew that he had just come from a home where a child called in a false alarm. Charlie would visit that family and speak to the child about the dangers of making a false call. Without a doubt, he did it with love and respect, not condemnation or ridicule. No one asked him to do that, he just did. That was his way. He always looked so smashing in that uniform. Even when my first marriage fell apart, Charlie gave me the space I needed but was there to help me pick up the pieces and get back on track. He never said much, but you knew he was concerned. When I married my husband Dave, Charlie walked me down the aisle. I will always remember how scared I was, wondering if I was doing the right thing. He stopped me at the back of the church, looked at me and said "smile, this is a good thing you're doing". He never was one for elaborating but when he did say something you knew it was from his heart. I would trust his judgement about anything. As older adults, we didn't speak all that often, we have gone as long as a month or more without even a phone call, but I knew that he would always be there for me if I needed him. In a Time Magazine article, Author Jeffrey Kluger wrote, "From the time they are born, our brothers and sisters are our collaborators and co-conspirators, our role models and cautionary tales. They are our scolds, protectors, goads, tormentors, playmates, counselors, sources of envy, objects of pride. They teach us how to resolve conflicts and how not to; how to conduct friendships and when to walk away from them. Sisters teach brothers about the mysteries of girls; brothers teach sisters about the puzzle of boys." This can all be said about this family of ours and Charlie was our Patriarch. I will forever be grateful that I had such a great role model, support system, friend and brother all wrapped up into one. I will miss you terribly Chuck. Rest in peace. Sue
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Lynn Tome posted a condolence
Friday, July 10, 2020
Christine and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure your mum had prepared his place beside her and as small comfort, they are together again. All my prayers and thoughts as you go through the coming days. Lynn Tome x
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Lucy posted a condolence
Friday, July 10, 2020
Please accept our deepest condolences. Ray & Lucy Trepanier