Monroe William Long

Monroe was born on January 10, 1951, in Jackson, Mississippi to Mr. Will D. Long and Mrs. Nola W. Webb Long. Monroe was raised in Brandon, Mississippi.

He earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1973, majoring in Political Science and History. He worked for Vanity Fair in the manufacturing and apparel industry until his retirement, managing sewing and cutting plants in Alabama, south Texas, and Mexico. He then obtained his alternative teaching certificate in Special Education and taught classes at Veteran’s Memorial High School in Mission, TX.

Monroe loved going snow skiing with his family in Colorado and New Mexico. He also loved food, and could not resist a good restaurant. His post-retirement interests were cooking, riding his side-by-side and working around his property.

Monroe was preceded in death by his parents.

Monroe is survived by his son, Thor Brice Henry and his faithful canine companion, Gia; his ex-wife and friend, Paula Serratt; his caretaker and friend, Porcha Nichols, and many coworkers and friends.

While we mourn the loss of Monroe, we carry his spirit and many wonderful memories in our hearts. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, his family has requested a memorial donation be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital (www.donate.shrinerschildrens.org)

May his soul find eternal peace.