Virgie Hannah Long

Virgie Mae Hannah Long, 95, of Charlotte, NC, formerly of Mint Hill, NC, entered peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 3, 2023. She was blessed to be surrounded by devoted family members as she ascended to the Gates of Heaven.

Virgie was born in Rockingham, NC on October 29, 1927, to the late Oma and Samuel Hannah. She was a beloved mother to daughters, Cynthia L. Sherrill and Karen L. Sellers; son, Michael W. Long; grandmother to Amber S. Smith (Daniel), Brandon W. Sherrill (Philomena); and great-grandmother to Grayson, Riley, and Naomi Smith, Weston and Sadie Sherrill; and mother-in-law to Robert Sherrill (Eleanor). Survivors include many cherished nieces, nephews, and longtime friends. She was preceded in death by her loyal husband, Charles W. (Charlie) Long; daughter, Cynthia L. Sherrill; two sisters, Leona Alford and Vera Wallace; and three brothers, Paul Hannah, Sam Hannah, and Donnie Hannah.

Virgie retired from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System Audio-Visual Department. After retirement, she enjoyed volunteering in the surgical waiting room at the former Orthopaedic Hospital of Charlotte. She was an avid seamstress, adored traveling locally and aboard whenever possible, camping with her family, working in her vegetable garden, and she treasured preparing delicious meals for her family and friends where all were welcome.

She was a member of Central Church of God, and formerly attended Garr Memorial Church. She loved and served the Lord faithfully which was evident in all aspects of her life. All who knew her where blessed by her selfless loving spirit and generosity. She will be greatly missed.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 12:00 pm in the Sanctuary of Central Church. The Rev. Greg Baker will officiate. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow in Sharon Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Virgie’s name to either Central Church, 5301 Sardis Road, Charlotte, NC 28270, or Novant Health Hospice, 324 N. McDowell Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28204.

Online condolences may be left with McEwen Funeral Service-Mint Hill Chapel.