Johnnie Ruth Long

Johnnie Ruth Goude Long, 95, widow of Elmer L. Long, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025, at her home.

Born on May 27, 1930, in Georgetown, she was a daughter of the late Daniel Derrick Goude and the late Mary Lessie Sanders Goude. Mrs. Long had a great love of cooking and spent countless hours in the kitchen preparing meals for her family and friends. She was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her loving family.

Survivors include three children, Randy Long (Jennifer) of Georgetown, Pam Van Vlake (Michael) of Georgetown, Judy Sundy (John) of Lumberton, NC; eight grandchildren, Kelli Howard (Bruce) of Georgetown, Madelynn Long of Murrells Inlet, Taylor Long of Nashville, TN, Sabrina Sundy of Lumberton, NC, Julie Sundy of Lumberton, Nichole Marsh of Lumberton, NC and Angie Marsh of Lumberton; one great grandchild, Wyatt Long of Murrells Inlet; two sisters, Lois Tompkins (Hassie) of Georgetown and Queen Esther Ballard of Mt. Pleasant; a sister-in-law, Miriam Goude of Hemingway; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Harris Cribb; a granddaughter, Michelle Marsh; a step-son, Michael Long; two brothers, Bethel Goude and CG Goude; and four sisters, Eddie Mae Cameron, Annie Cameron, Thelma Cribb and Lila Thompkins.

A graveside service will be held at 10 AM Wednesday July 2, 2025, in Huxfield Cemetery.

The family will receive friends following the service at the graveside.

Online condolences may be left at www.ridgewayfh.com

Ridgeway Funeral Home of Georgetown is in charge of the arrangements. (843) 485-4242