Mary Frances Long will be remembered by the people of Crusoe for the place she held in the lives of family members, friends and those who knew her. Her passing on September 9, 2026, at the age of 53 has brought sadness to those who shared part of her journey and are now gathering to honor her memory.
Mary was born on August 20, 1973, in Greenville, South Carolina, to the late Floyd Wright and Dolly Mason. While publicly available information about her career, personal interests and other aspects of her life remains limited, her death has left a meaningful absence among those who knew and loved her.
For her family and friends, this is a time marked by grief, reflection and remembrance. The memories created throughout Mary’s 53 years will remain an important part of the lives of those closest to her as they come together to support one another.
Funeral services for Mary Frances Long are scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Monday, September 14, 2026, at Magnolia Baptist Church. Ervin Etheridge will officiate the service.
Friends and relatives will be able to visit with the family one hour before the funeral at the church. Following the service, Mary will be laid to rest at Alton Long Cemetery.
As Crusoe comes together to say farewell, the focus will be on remembering Mary Frances Long and the years she shared with those around her. Her passing has brought profound sorrow, but the memories held by her family and friends will continue to preserve the story of her life.
Those who knew Mary will carry those memories forward as they mourn her loss and offer comfort to one another in the days ahead.