Gary Michael Long, 59, of Piney Point, MD passed away at his residence on February 20, 2014.

Born August 03, 1954 in St. Mary's County, he was the son of the late Joseph Long of Marietta, GA and the late Rita Mae Lake of Norfolk, Virginia.

Gary was married to Ruena Long for 13 glorious years. The two of them traveled extensively in the early years of their marriage and enjoyed operating their Asian Market located in Great Mills, MD until they were forced to close due to the economy. Anyone that spent time with the two of them could see just how devoted Gary was to his beautiful and loving wife Ruena.

Gary retired from his position in the Program Design and Analysis Department of the Calvert Cliffs BGE Nuclear Power Plant in Lusby, MD with over 20 years of service and was a dedicated employee. Prior to his employment with BGE, Gary was employed for ten years by the Liquified Natural Gas Plant located in Cove Point, MD. Gary obtained his Bachelor's of Science in Engineering from the University of Maryland.

Among Gary's many hobbies was cooking, which he did with flare, photography, video gaming and playing his bass guitar. Gary was an avid musician. He was previously a member of the band Vendetta which played out at various nightclubs from St. Mary's to Calvert County. He also traveled across the country during the 70's playing music. He acquired many friendships along the way through his involvement with the band Vendetta.

He also enjoyed spending quality time at home with his lovely wife, watching a multitude of movies, relaxing at their waterfront home, searching for sea glass, and spending time with his daughters and grandchildren. Gary had a way of taking any undesirable situation and turning it around, making those around him laugh and smile. He was quite the jokester and always full of wit and intelligence and always providing wise advice to his loving daughters through the years. He loved taking road trips to visit friends and family and was ultimately a very loving husband, brother, father and grandfather.

Gary Michael Long is survived by his wife, Ruena Long of Piney Point, MD; his daughters, Marsha Strickland of St. Stephen, SC and Holly Engler-Shirey of New Market, MD; three grandson's, Chase Wright of St. Stephen, SC, Layne Strickland of St. Stephen, SC and Carson Barber of New Market, MD; two granddaughters, Lauren and Bridget Barber of Hagerstown, MD; his brothers, Jeffrey Long of Canton, GA and Joseph Unick of Las Vegas, NV; and his sister, Christy Stephenson of Canton, GA. Gary was preceded in death by two brothers, Joseph Long and Jerry Long.

Family will receive friends on Monday, March 3, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Prayers will be recited at 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Lawrence Young on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady's Catholic Church, 41348 Medley's Neck Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

Following services, at approximately 12:15 p.m., family will receive guests and friends at 21500 Abells Wharf Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

For those desiring, contributions to assist Gary's wife during this trying time and contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to Ruena Long, P.O. Box 363, Valley Lee, MD 20692.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.