of Mountain Home, AR
March 17, 1950 - January 4, 2025
Ann Long, born on March 17, 1950 in Monette, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025 in Berryville, Arkansas. Ann was preceded in death by her beloved husband, A.O. Long, as well as her parents, Harvey and Sula Merriman, three sisters and five brothers.
She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, each with their own special memories of her. For over 50 years, Ann was a devoted member of New Horizons Church of God in Mountain Home, Arkansas. Her faith and dedication to the Lord were central to her life, bringing her great peace and guiding her every step. Ann had a love for life's simple pleasures. She loved spending time with her chihuahua, Allie, who was always by her side. She delighted in sharing meals with loved ones, celebrating the Christmas season and reading. She was a passionate collector of various treasures, including clocks, Coca-Cola memorabilia, Cabbage Patch dolls and Hallmark ornaments. Ann had a larger-than-life presence and a loving heart.
She left a lasting impression on each and every one of us and will be deeply missed.
Pallbearers are David Wallis, JR Merriman, Larry Merriman, Chad Mooney, Jason Bentley and Larry Merriman II.
Visitation for Ms. Long will be Sunday, January 12th from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Roller Funeral Home of Mountain Home with Darrell Merriman officiating. Burial will follow at Kirby Tucker Cemetery in Mountain Home.
Ann and Albert were special friends of ours for many years. I was their pastor at the Church of God back in the late seventies and early eighties. The church being small I was bivocational. Albert was gracious to hire me to work with him in his cement business. They loved us and our daughters and treated us like family. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Prayers for the family.
Oh my, let me think way back in time. I first knew my Aunt Ann as that girl 5 year older than me at church. My Mom & Dad were faithful church attenders and visitors as were Aunt Ann's family. Who would have ever known that 5 yr older girl would marry my Uncle Buue (Albert) just two months after me and my Steve married 1973. God had plans for all of us. If I had a way of asking Aunt Ann to please let my Steve & Uncle Buue know, I'd tell her, ya'all save a spot at the table I'll join you soon
I will miss u so much anut Ann tell Daddy and uncle al and grandpa and everyone else hi and that I love them
So sorry for your loss! Prayers and hugs
I did not know your Aunt but glad you all have wonderful memories. She was born in a great year - one day before me. God be with you all.
Sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. She was a wonderful person and a wonderful wife to my uncle Albert. Thoughts and prayers to the family. RIP Ann.
Such a lady with a spirit of love! Gone but definitely not forgotten.
Sorry for your loss
Sincere sympathy
Used to live by Ann in Mtn.Home in 70s
Visited her often
She was a charming lady
Utmost sincerity
Paula Roddy
I have so many great memories of Aunt Ann , her and Al used to babysit me - there is a picture of me riding a tricycle in their driveway with my hair in pink sponge curlers lol and I remember they bought me my 1st ever teddy bear. I love you Aunt Ann- tell everyone hi and give them hugs for me.
Sis. Ann is in her forever home with Jesus. We will miss her beautiful self.
I Cor. 2:9.
I had the privilege of being Ann and Al's Pastor for almost 5 years. They were great people and very good to us. She was a great lady. Very faithful. She will be missed
We know Ann is in a much better place. She is no longer suffering with pain. We will miss her every day. I know Ann will love singing with the angels. Praying for the family.
We are sorry to hear of Ann passing .She’s free of pain now She was a Special lady lots of fun to work with Phil and Deborah
We are sorry to hear of Ann’s passing, but we know she is Home without all the pain and struggles she had in her final years. We will miss you. Dennis and Rita.