Richard
"Rick"
Long
Richard W. Rick” Long, 76, of Roanoke, passed away, Sunday, May 14, 2023 at the Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born in Montgomery County, Virginia on April 12, 1947.
He started his career at the Sunoco Gas Station on Williamson Road in Roanoke. He is best known as the owner and operator of Rick’s Auto Sales and Rick’s Place also on Williamson Road. As an avid automobile enthusiast, he collected every kind of memorabilia whether it was new or used.
Rick was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy L. Burton; a brother, Michael P. Long and his beloved dog, Peewee.
He is survived by his daughter, Marjene Schrader; son, Robert “Thumper” Synan and fiancé, Donna Waddell; special grandson, Daniel T. Schrader; two sisters, Sherry Scheibner (Ed), Kendra Jarrells (Steve); two nieces and two nephews who were dear to him along with his ex-wives, several step children, step grandchildren and other loving family members.
The family will receive friends Thursday, May 18, 2023 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Oakey’s North Chapel. A funeral service will be held Friday, May 19, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Oakey’s North Chapel. His family and friends are encouraged to bring your favorite ride as there will be a final cruise down Williamson Road in his honor following the service.
Following the cruise down Williamson Road, friends are invited to a reception at the home of Marjene Phillips, 2522 Ravenwood Avenue NW, Roanoke to share your stories and memories of Rick.