1931
2020
Joseph H. Long, 88, of West Chester, died March 21. He was the son of the late Rev. Joseph C. Long and Edna Fletcher Long. He was born June 8, 1931 in Cooperstown, NY, and moved with his parents to Telford as a child. He was a 1948 graduate of Souderton High School. He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict where he earned a Purple Heart. He entered the structured settlement business in its infancy in the late '80s and became the founder and president of Bridge Settlement Corporation. He was a former board member of the National Structured Settlement Trade Association. He was a member of Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church where he volunteered for The Other Carpenter and was a long-time usher and bookkeeper for the Alternative Gift Market. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Susan Mease, and his six children: James B. (Sue), Jenkintown; Jeffrey C. (Susan), Chestertown, MD; Gregory D. (Marion), Bad Urach, Germany; Glenn E. (Diana), Glenside; Pamela Long (Steve More), Fraser, CO; Patti Coyle (Doug), Kissimmee, FL. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The memorial service will be at Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church at a date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial gifts to Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church Foundation or Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Pennsylvania.
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November 17, 2020
Helen Britt
I am so sad to learn of Joe's passing. Joe and his wife Susan gave me my first job out of college and were so flexible while I attended law school, supporting me every step of the way. Joe was a great mentor, calm and kind, but tough when needed. I always enjoyed his stories and was grateful to be invited into his circle. Although we lost touch a bit over the years, I have thought of him often, and when reacting in professional settings, I often find myself employing skills he taught me. Thank you, Joe, for all your kindness and generosity, and for how you prepared me for my career.
To Susan and the entire family - whom he loved so much - I am deeply sorry for your profound loss. I know he is watching over you all. You are in my prayers.
Rest in peace, Joe. You were one in a million.
March 30, 2020
Shari Grimes
Pam I am so sorry for your lose of your Dad. I know he is in a better place with good health and visiting with his family. Love you much and may God be with to provide you comfort and peace.
March 24, 2020
Joe was a very great cousin- always there for you-- very generous. I do feel some sadness because he died on my Dad's birthday- Rev. Francis Fletcher. March 21st. also. I always looked forward to Joe & Susan's visits to Fairport. Susan has been a very wonderful wife to Joe , an exceptional person. May God Bless the family . Bea Benedict
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