Bro. Bobby Donald Long

Bro. Bobby Donald Long of Houlka, MS, a beloved Baptist minister, devoted family man, and respected community leader, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, at the age of 91. Born in Bruce, Mississippi, to a loving family, Bobby dedicated his life to serving others and spreading the message of the Gospel. He graduated from Bruce High School in 1953 and continued his education by attending Clark College from 1969 to 1970 and obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree from Blue Mountain College in 1972, all while beginning his own family and nurturing relationships with his loved ones.

Bro. Bobby's commitment to ministry began in 1967 when he surrendered to his calling. He served as the pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church for over 20 years, where he shared his passion for Jesus and touched countless lives through his preaching. An avid outdoorsman, he cherished fishing and hunting, enjoyed going on cruises, and was especially proud of his experiences traveling to Israel and the Holy Land. A member of the John S. Cain Masonic Lodge #259 in Houlka, Bro. Bobby valued fellowship among his peers.

Bro. Bobby is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn Tedford Long; children Debby Long of Houlka, Mark Long of Houlka, Trent (Margaret) Long of Bruce, and Donna (Chris) Clark of Houlka; sister Virginia Mitchell of Amory; and numerous grandchildren who carry on his legacy, including J.B. (Lauren) Long, Kaylyn (Parker) Rish, Josh (Ally) Long, Megan (Matt) Autry, Cody Clark, Kyle Clark, Justin (Mattie) Long, Stetson Long, and Merinda (Luke) Byars; as well as 8 great-grandchildren.

A public viewing will be held at Shiloh Baptist Church in Houlka, MS on Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. An additional visitation will occur at 1:00 PM on Friday, July 3, 2026 at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church with a funeral service celebrating Bro. Bobby's life beginning at 2:00 PM with Bro. J.B. Long, Bro. Joey Hamilton, Bro. Roger Stacy, and Bro. Brian Thrasher officiating. Bro. Bobby will be laid to rest at Mt. Moriah, where Masonic rites will be conducted at the graveside. Serving as pallbearers will be Chris Clark, Cody Clark, Kyle Clark, Parker Rish, Josh Long, Justin Long, and Stetson Long. The Masons of the John S. Cain Masonic Lodge #259 will be honorary pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to The Gideons International in Bro. Bobby's memory, continuing his legacy of faith and service. Bro. Bobby Donald Long will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Bro. Bobby was preceded in death by father, Dwight Wayne Long; mother, Donie Bell Brasher Long; sister, Carolyn Kimbrell; and brothers, Harold Long, Charles Long, Larry Long, and Fred Long.