of Malvern, AR
October 31, 1945 - May 24, 2023
Shirley Graham Long, 77, passed away on May 24, 2023. She was born October 31, 1945 in Malvern, Arkansas to the late Bill and Juanita Graham.
Shirley loved her family; she dedicated her life to raising her five children and watching her grand and great grandchildren. She was an amazing cook, loved to sit and read a good book and you could always find her singing and dancing. Shirley was always ready to travel somewhere. She was kind to everyone she crossed paths with and her family will forever miss her wicked sense of humor.
She is survived by her children, Tracy Long (Lisa) of Lonsdale, Missy Long Forizs (Steve) of Benton, Kenny Long of Benton and David Long also of Benton; siblings, Jesse Graham, Kathy Swanson, Jan Goforth and Pat Graham; grandchildren, Jake Long, Josh Long, Chris McCutcheon, Sarah Forizs, Austin Kitchens, Caitlyn Long, Brittney Jones, Logan Forizs, Kaden Long and Thayne Long; four great-grandchildren and many extended family.
Shirley is preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Wayne Long; brothers, Buck, Sunford and Coleman Graham; and her daughter, Shelly Long Kitchens (Brian).
Graveside service will be held on May 30, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Memorial Park.