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Official Obituary of

Mrs. Ruthie Black Long

March 25, 1966 ~ January 8, 2026 (age 59) 59 Years Old

Mrs. Ruthie Black Long Obituary

Mrs. Long will lie in state for visitation on Friday, January 16, 2026, between the hours of 11:00 am. - 7:00 p.m., at Heavenly Gates Funeral Home in Shreveport, Louisiana.

The celebration of life will commence on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 11:00 am, in the sanctuary of First Antioch Baptist Church, Rodessa, Louisiana.

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Services

Visitation

Friday
January 16, 2026
11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Heavenly Gates
1339 Jewell St.
Shreveport, LA 71101

Celebration of Life

Saturday
January 17, 2026
11:00 AM
1st Antioch B.C (Rodessa, La)