Emily Haigler Price Long died peacefully at her home on January 18, 2017 following a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout her cancer, she exemplified grace, courage, and a sustaining faith that was a beautiful example for her family and those who loved her. She was born January 31, 1932 in Ellerbe, NC to the late James Lantz Price and Annie Lee Haigler Price. She grew up in Monroe, N.C. Emily was married to the late Ray Dwight Long for 48 years prior to his death in 1996. She is survived by a daughter, Emily Delaine Long Lippard (Chris), three grandchildren, Chrissy Rotan (Aaron), Jennifer Rinker (Will) and Jeff Lippard. Also surviving are seven great grandchildren Will Rotan, Jordan Rotan, Grace Rotan, Olivia Rotan, Jackson Lippard, Price Rinker and Laura Davis Rinker. Also surviving are her sister Melda Hill and her brother Joe Lee Price (Nelda). A graveside service will be held at 11:00 on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Carolina Memorial Park. Wilkinson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for the Long family.
In lieu of flowers please send memorials to the Backpack Program at First Presbyterian Church or Hospice of Cabarrus County.