Mrs Melissa Joy Long

September 29, 1978 - December 4, 2013

Melissa Joy Ray-Long, 35, born September 29, 1978, passed suddenly on December 4, 2013. She grew up in Gibbstown, NJ. Melissa graduated in 2002 from Rutgers University – Camden Campus where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology/Elementary Education. Some of her happiest years were spent teaching Pre-K at Repauno Daycare Center in Gibbstown. Melissa was funny, with a witty sense of humor. She loved family vacations at the beach, watching movies, and being a teacher. But her immense joy in life was her three beautiful, incredible children who she loved beyond measure. Left to celebrate her life and cherish memories are her children, Ryan, Taylor, and Colin Long. Beloved daughter of Jerry and Jo Ann (Keller) Ray, brother and sister-in-law, Jason and Melissa (Trombly) Ray and niece, Lyla J. Ray, all of Gibbstown. Also loved and missed by her maternal grandmother, Irene Keller, aunts, uncles and many cousins. Graveside services were private. Arrangements by McBride - Foley Funeral Home, Paulsboro. Donations in Melissa’s memory can be made to Repauno Daycare Center, 171 No. Repauno Avenue, Gibbstown, NJ 08027. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com. “I once was lost, but now I’m found, So far away, but I’m home now”