Sharon Long, of Covington, passed away Feb. 18, 2014, at the age of 72. She enjoyed traveling and going on cruises. Mrs. Long loved her family dearly, and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, Leo and Bernice (Larson) Murphy.

Survivors include her husband, Jay Long Sr. of Covington; daughters, Karen Rudd, Kelley Kay Sorlien, Kelly Ann Kane, and Kimberly Ferrell; son, Jay Long, Jr.; 14 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Kay Popandice, Judith Barry, Karen Kerley and Kathy Wierzbinski; brother, Timothy Murphy; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Long will be held at 11 a.m. March 7 at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd St., Covington.

Visit www.caldwellandcowan.com to place online condolences, or call 770-786-7062.