Carolyn Ann Long Obituary (1947 - 2018)

Carolyn Ann Long, 71, of Decatur, IL passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 in her residence. A graveside service to honor and celebrate Carolyn's life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Maroa Cemetery. Dawson & Wikoff North Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois. Carolyn was born on February 5, 1947 in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Richard and Evelyn (Calhoun) Gilman. She married Charles R. Long on September 17, 1966. Carolyn retired in 2012 from Taylor Pharmaceuticals, currently Akorn Pharmaceuticals, after 25 years of service. She enjoyed travelling and quilting, but most of all being with her family. Carolyn is survived by her husband: Charles R. Long of Decatur, IL; mother: Evelyn Manus of Decatur, IL; children: Julie (Tim) Bresnan of Decatur, IL and Charles (Mary Jo) Long of O'Fallon, MO; brothers: David Gilman of Decatur, IL and Richard "Rick" (Sue) Gilman of Decatur, IL; sister: Linda (Bruce) Bullimore of Decatur, IL; grandchildren: Megan Ann Bresnan and Madison Elizabeth Long. She was preceded in death by her father. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Esparaz and his nursing staff, nurses from DMH 5th floor ICU and DMH Hospice.