Thomas Anthony Long, age 44, passed away suddenly at his residence on September 10, 2011. Mr. Long was born on September 27, 1966 in Douglas, GA. He was employed by Exlir for over 18 years. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at Chatterton Holiness Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Rob Merritt and Rev. Michael Harper officiating. Interment followed in the Chatterton Church Cemetery. Survivors include: wife: Tonyia Long, Douglas, GA; son: Brandon Long, Dallas, GA; sister: Tina (Mark) Royals, Axson, GA; brother: John (Tara) Long, Nicholls; parents: John & Betty Spell Long, Nicholls, GA; nieces: Braylin Long & Katie Royals; nephew: Brody Long. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.