Steve was born February 28, 1942 in Pensacola, Florida to Paul and Vera Long He died February 1, 2023 of complications from Guillain-Barre syndrome. He was preceded, in death by his parents, Vera and Paul Long and his brother, Danny. He is survived by his wife Kathy; daughters SueAnn (Chad), Stacy (Jess) and Kate (Adam) and his son Chad (Cathey); his grandchildren Joshua, Emma, Benjamin, Madison and Bailey.
Steve graduated from Pensacola High School and Troy State College. He received his Master’s Degree from University of West Florida. He worked for Monsanto and then taught at Gulf Breeze High School for 35 years where he was known as “the voice of the Dolphins” for announcing football, basketball games and pep rallies. He also coached the girls’ softball team. He was most famous and loved by students for performing at pep rallies. There he was known for his dying cockroach, Kamikaze, and a trip down the Amazon routines.
Steve traveled extensively with GBHS students in the summer throughout Europe and Russia. He and Kathy also traveled and enjoyed cruising frequently. He went fishing whenever he could and he always had a garden growing in the back yard.
He was loved by his family, friends, co-workers and students. He has been described as a “true legend”. We will miss and remember him as a truly good man.
A visitation for Stephen will be held Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel, 3351 Scenic Highway with the funeral service at 2:30 PM, followed by a reception at 3:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Gulf Breeze High School, with Steve Long award/scholarship noted on the check.
BAYVIEW FISHER-POU CHAPEL is entrusted with arrangements. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.BayviewFisher-PouChapel.com for the Long family.
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