Gloria Ann Long

Gloria Ann Long, age 80, of Longboat Key, FL passed away on March 1, 2025, peacefully in her sleep. She is finally at rest after a long courageous battle with Bladder Cancer.

Born and raised in Chicago, IL, she moved to Avon Park, Florida in 1979, where she met the love of her life, Charles “Chuck” Long. Together they enjoyed life on the lake in the sunshine, traveling and spending time with friends and family. From childhood she dreamed of becoming a nurse, and that dream became a reality. Everyone that knew her can agree; with her tender heart and warm touch, she was an amazing nurse. Her passion was saving lives, helping the sick, and loving and caring for hurting families. Gloria’s life was full of zest, she loved to sing, dance, cook, entertain, and care for others. After moving to LBK in 2010, her greatest blessings were her church family, and the many friendships made. She loved being part of her condo social committee, and volunteering through the years at Mote Marine Aquarium, The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, and her church just to name a few. We know that our sweet angel Gloria is now rejoicing in the presence of God.

Gloria is preceded in death by her father and mother, Bernard and Theresa Mansavage; brother, Arthur J. Mansavage; and husband, Charles H. Long III.

She is survived by her three children; sons, Eric (Sandra) Larsen of Lutz, FL; Daniel Larsen (Ali Leite) of Boca Raton, FL; and daughter Kimberly (Jonathan) Spies of Kannapolis, NC; grandchildren- Hannah, Christian, Ethan, Gabe, Allison, Joshua and Tessa; three nephews and two nieces.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 11:00 am. in the Longboat Island Chapel, located at 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL. 34428 with Rev. Brock Patterson and Rev. Jeffrey Nunes officiating.