Cleatis Ray Long

Mr. Cleatis Ray “C. R.” Long, 89, of Iuka, passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at his home.

Mr. Long was born in Livingston County on May 4, 1931 to Charlie and Zola Long.  He had worked over 45 years for ICG/P & L Railroad as a conductor and brakeman.  He was a member of Paradise United Methodist Church and a member of Smithland Masonic Lodge # 138.

He is survived by his daughter, Donna Fox (Jeff) of Paducah; son, Donnie Long of Iuka; and long-time companion, Martha Winebarger.    

He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia A. Long; son, Ronnie Long: and his parents.

Funeral services will be Monday, March 1, 2021, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services, in Salem, KY with Rev. Dwayne Driskill officiating.   Burial will follow in Paradise Cemetery.

Friends may visit with the family from 10 AM until the funeral hour on Monday, March 1, 2021, in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services in Salem, KY.

Condolence may also be left online at boydfuneraldirectors.com.

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