Annabel Long, 95, a lifelong Marshall County resident, formerly of Plymouth, passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 in the Lakeland Regional Medical Center from complications due to a fall. Annabel, who had resided at the Lake of the Woods for over 30 years moved to Lakeland to live with her daughter Joan in June of 2011.
Annabel was born to Galeman and Myrtle E. (Kitch) Dexter on January 26, 1917 in Bourbon, Indiana. She was a 1935 graduate of Plymouth High School where she was an all-around good athlete. She especially enjoyed swimming, dancing and tennis.
As a devoted Christian, Annabel centered her life around her church, the Plymouth Wesleyan for over 65 years and as a ministry she studied and shared the prophesies of the Bible with her family and others. At church she was greatly involved with Children’s Church and Bible School before taking on the duties of Secretary/Treasurer. A highlight of her life was having been able to follow the steps of Christ in a trip the Holy Land.
Annabel married her spouse of 64 years, Leal J. Long on April 4, 1936; he preceded her in death on November 24, 2000.
They were the parents of five children, Air Force Captain Robert “Bob” Long who lost his life in combat in Vietnam, Betty A. (Jerry) Hummel of Bremen, Joan L. Klingerman and dear friend Chuck of Lakeland, Florida, Diane R. (John) Johnson of Eaton Rapids, Michigan and Cynthia Anne Long (deceased). Also surviving are 15 grandchildren: Philip (Darla) Kiefer, Laurel (Armando) Salazar, Karen (Jerry) Smith, David (Nora) Kiefer, Troy Klingerman, Brett Klingerman, Traci (Michael) McGlynn, Kellen (Jerry) Ambrose, Tim Johnson, Tom Johnson, Ted Johnson, Rick Johnson, Tamara (Derek) Jones, Randy Johnson, Kristel (Tim) Houin and Gary Hummel. Forty-three great grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren also survive as well as two sisters; Ruth Beals of Plymouth and Grace Harris of Wheatridge, CO and many nieces and nephews.
Others who are predeceased include; son-in-law Larry Klingerman, sister Eudora Bennett, brother Galeman Dexter Jr. and step-granddaughter Lori Kulczar.
There was always joy and laughter in Annabel’s family and at any given opportunity, she enjoyed sharing home movies and slides while entertaining at their lake home.
A time of remembering will be held on Sunday, November 18, 2012 from 1 – 4 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St. Plymouth. Funeral services will immediately follow at 4 p.m. in the funeral home with Rev. John Branch officiating.
Memorial gifts may be given to the Plymouth Wesleyan Church – Building Fund, 11203 S. Michigan St., Plymouth, IN 46563.
Carmen Hendry says
Thinking of you all. Your mother was a great lady. Think of all the good times
Carmen and Rob hendry
Barbara Holem says
Our sincere sympathy to Annabel\’s family.
I remember lots of parties the young people
from Plymouth Wesleyan Church had in her
home.
She always had a smile on her face. She is
a beautiful Christian lady.
Jerry & Barbara (Snyder) Holem
Bonnie Beals Essex says
Dearest Betty, Joan, Diane and family,
I was very saddened to learn of Aunt Annabel\’s death. I do find much comfort knowing she is now with the Lord whom she so faithfully served all her adult life and she is still smiling that ever-present smile! She was a great example of the JOY that can be experienced with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. She was also a very dear Aunt and I have wonderful memories of many sleepovers in your home growing up. I\’ve always deeply valued my relationship with all my Long cousins! I wish I could make the trip home for the funeral but having just been there in Plymouth (glad I got to see Betty), I feel I cannot come again so soon. I hope you understand and please know my love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lots of love,
Bonnie
Bob and Christine Orr says
Dear Betty and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of the graduation of your mother to the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ. We have good memories of our times with her and you in our younger days. Your mother and my mother graduated from PHS at the same time. Not sure when we will be in Indiana again. Psa 31:24 Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.
Bob and Christine Orr
Donna Taber Whitmer says
Dear Ruth and Family,
So sorry to see of your sisters passing. May she soar with the angels!
God Bless,
Donna Taber Whitmer
Carmen Hendry says
Thinking of you all. Your mother was a great lady. Think of all the good times
Carmen and Rob hendry
Barbara Holem says
Our sincere sympathy to Annabel\’s family.
I remember lots of parties the young people
from Plymouth Wesleyan Church had in her
home.
She always had a smile on her face. She is
a beautiful Christian lady.
Jerry & Barbara (Snyder) Holem
Bonnie Beals Essex says
Dearest Betty, Joan, Diane and family,
I was very saddened to learn of Aunt Annabel\’s death. I do find much comfort knowing she is now with the Lord whom she so faithfully served all her adult life and she is still smiling that ever-present smile! She was a great example of the JOY that can be experienced with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. She was also a very dear Aunt and I have wonderful memories of many sleepovers in your home growing up. I\’ve always deeply valued my relationship with all my Long cousins! I wish I could make the trip home for the funeral but having just been there in Plymouth (glad I got to see Betty), I feel I cannot come again so soon. I hope you understand and please know my love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lots of love,
Bonnie
Bob and Christine Orr says
Dear Betty and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of the graduation of your mother to the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ. We have good memories of our times with her and you in our younger days. Your mother and my mother graduated from PHS at the same time. Not sure when we will be in Indiana again. Psa 31:24 Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.
Bob and Christine Orr
Donna Taber Whitmer says
Dear Ruth and Family,
So sorry to see of your sisters passing. May she soar with the angels!
God Bless,
Donna Taber Whitmer