Linda Long, 61, of Franklin, passed away Thursday December 31, 2020.
Born in Columbus, GA to Ellis Howard and Margaret Dodd Steele, who
preceded her in death. Linda moved to Franklin in 1995, she loved animals
and knitting. Linda was also very gifted at sign language. Linda had a heart of gold and
would do anything anyone needed. She loved children of all ages. Linda
attended Cowee Baptist Church.
Surviving Mrs.Long are, husband Richard Long, of Franklin, a daughter
Anita Mae (Jacob) Sieg of Charleston SC. Also surviving are mother-in-law
Willia Mae Long of Franklin, brother-in-law, Roger Long of Hayesville NC,
and sister-in-law, Arlene Hall of Gainesville GA; sisters Phyllis Carpenter,
Amy Carr, Stella (Mike) Langley, Debbie (Mark) Runaldue, all of Franklin.
Brothers, Robert (Julia) Steele of Vienna, VA, and Roland (Joann) Steele
of Anadale, VA. Numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 2 pm in the chapel
of Macon Funeral Home. Rev. Jason Smith and Rev. Ronnie Branson will officiate.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions please follow social distancing guidelines.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society
and/or Appalachian Animal Rescue.
Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com