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Jean Roch Long

Décédé(e) le 19 septembre 2025

This is a love letter to the many leaves on my tree…

 

The power and energy of the forest have always drawn me to it.  Feeling one with nature is infused into my body from hugging my favorite trees.

When I spot a soaring eagle, all anxieties lessen, many stresses are forgotten, even if only temporarily.  As a distant moose raises its head to gaze at me, life’s challenges become manageable.  The thundering vibrations under my feet from a bolting bear give me strength.  The chirping of a momma bird feeding her nestlings produces a nurturing feeling, making me long for my daughter.  The playful chipmunks make me laugh and remind me of my mischievous “bros”.  The warm sunlight dances through the branches and feels like my love’s kiss on my cheek.  I am ONE with the forest.

To my daughter, Kimberley…I send you much love, as you have always been a ray of sunshine in my life.

To my grandchildren, Alex, Alesha, and Valerie…Always know that you are deeply cherished.

To my precious great-granddaughter, Isla…I enjoyed hearing your beautiful voice, overflowing with pure happiness, and I wish you a life filled with the wonders of the world.

To my brothers, Daniel, Marcel, Peter, and Scott…Thank you for always having my back.  Thank you for being there when I needed you the most.

To my wife, JoAnn…Sweetheart, you are the woman who fulfilled my life.  I love you and that’s the TRUTH.  Merci pour notre vie ensemble, ma chère.  Tu es ma rose.

To my extended family, relatives, and dear friends, thank you for your heartfelt friendship.

To all my loved ones…When you walk in the forest, may you feel the embrace of my energy as you share the wonders with me.

I am now on my way to the spiritual forest, where Mom and Dad, Laurette and Joseph Thomas, my sister Gabrielle, and my brothers, Raymond, Louis Marie, and Stephan, will be waiting with open arms.

Avec tout mon amour, Jean Roch

 

Jean Roch Long

Lac Baker, New Brunswick

1948 to 2025

 

A private Celebration of Life was held with the family.

A cemetery ceremony will be announced in Summer 2026.

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Venise Cyr,Sylvain Plourde

23 sept. 2025

Nos plus sincères condoléances pour le décès de votre époux. RIP Mr. JEAN-ROCK

Lisa Lang

23 sept. 2025

My mom Franà§oise is joining me to offer you, JoAnn, Kimberley and all his brothers and family our sincere sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
To Peter and Scott, it's been very long time since we saw each other. My dad passed away 4 years ago Sept. 2, he asked for medical assistance in dying too, he had lung problems. It's hard to see them go, but they don't suffer anymore, that's what we have to think of, even if it's so hard... They will surely have a lot to talk up there...
We will never forget them

Laureen Landry and Yvo Thibault

23 sept. 2025

Dear JoAnn,

Yvon et moi sommes tellement triste d’apprendre le décès de Jean-Rock, nous t’offrons nos plus sincères condoléances, nos prières et nos pensées vous accompagnent dans ce triste moment. God will help you.

Guildo et Louise Bonenfant

23 sept. 2025

Nos Plus Sincères Sympathies à  La Famille.

Denis et Denise LeBel

23 sept. 2025

toutes nos sympathies Joan.. on aimait bien jaser avec Jean-Roch.. toujours de bonne humeur et aimant la vie

Lise et André Paillard

23 sept. 2025

What a beautiful message, just like his personality. To you JoAnn, we want to wish you our deepest sympathies! Your are in our thoughts! You have an angel to watch over you! Bon voyage mon Jean-Roch...

Armand et Marie Claire Ouellet

23 sept. 2025

Nos profondes sympathies a toi Joan et a toute la famille ...Repose en paix Jean Rock ..


Helene Lapointe

23 sept. 2025

Je veux offrir mes sincères sympathies à  la famille Long.
Le message de Monsieur Long est tellement beau et touchant que même si je pense ne pas connaà®tre la famille, je vous envoie plein de courage pour passer cette épreuve qui nous atteint tous.
Bon voyage Monsieur Jean Roch Lang.

Sargent Schultz

23 sept. 2025

iykyk aikyk :D
j'espère que notre diable de Tasmanie te tient compagnie.
je t'aime mon uncle.
gros câlins et bisous.
xoxo

Nelson & Pierrette Roy

23 sept. 2025

Nos sincères condoléances à  toute la famille.
Our sincere sympathy to all members of the family.

Frank et Paulette Albert

23 sept. 2025

Jean-Rock, tu etait un homme respectueux et ton amitié était important aux yeux des gens qui te connaissaient. Ton message de ta vie sur terre, nous montre à  quel point tu aimait la vie..
Ton sourire va me manquer
Toutes nos sympathies JoAnn , Kimberly,
Daniel, Marcel, Scott et Peter ainsi quâ€™à  toute vos familles. Je pense à  vous..Bon courage…
R.I.P. Jean-Rock

Laurien Nadeau

24 sept. 2025

Mes sincères condoléances à  toute la famille.

Anne Cyr

24 sept. 2025

Je communiquais matin et soir avec JR depuis longtemps. Je suis sa cousine. Il m’envoyais des photos de renards et moi de chats. Il me manque déjà  bcp. Je sais que tu es bien maintenant. Repose toi.

pierrette pelletier

24 sept. 2025

To your whole family I did not know you Mr Lang but from your words written in your behalf what an amazing person you were to enjoy life to the fullest with the forest and your family.may you have joined those who left before you. You left them memories for life.may you have a wonderful passage into your new life with the Lord.Rest in peace.

Nicole Boutot

24 sept. 2025

Chère JoAnn, c'est tellement triste de voir mourir celui qu'on aime,je te comprend, je suis certaine que Ghislain n'est pas loin, qu'il l'aidera ,et le conduira vers un monde meilleur, avec moins de souffrance. Il pourront jaser de forêt à  l'infini.Un gros câlin pour toi, garde courage. Sincères sympathies à  toute la famille

Francine Emond

24 sept. 2025

My deepest sympathy and prayers to family and friends...Jean-Roch and I were in the same class in high school

Rita et Robert Banville

24 sept. 2025

It was a pleasure to see you this past August.
Deepest sympathy to all the family members.

Luce Boutot

24 sept. 2025

A beautiful message Jean Roch, always the right word... que ta sagesse accompagne ta famille et leur permette de passer à  travers cette étape de la vie. Bon voyage mon cousin, luv u!!

Jeff Ouellet

24 sept. 2025

This is a wonderful message from Jean-Rock. My sincere sympathy to all the family and love ones. Jean-Rock will be miss, cherish all the great memories with him. R.I.P. Jean-Rock

Gilbert Boutot

24 sept. 2025

Bon voyage mon ami. Mes sympathy a toute la famille.

Rose Marie Dionne

24 sept. 2025

Dear Joann

My heart aches for you, and I want you to know how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Because of my experience I know the pain you’re going through right now. Please remember you’re not alone — I’m here for you, whether you need a listening ear, a helping hand, or simply quiet company.

You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I’m sending you love and strength in the days ahead.

With all my sympathy,
Rose Marie

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Would you like me to make it a bit shorter so it feels easier to send in a quick message, or keep it as a longer, more comforting note?

Gérald et Lucie(Long) Banville

24 sept. 2025

Joanne ….Wishing you and your family strength and peace,may angels walk with you today and always……..Lucie and Gerry

Monique Boutot

24 sept. 2025

Mon beau cousin,
You are at peace now and I am relieved for you. You fought a good long battle, and you can rest now.
Beyond all the common words in these circumstances, what I had wanted to say to you was that I regret so much that I did not make a bigger effort to get closer when I came back in the area. I got busy settling in, helping my parents, life got in the way... and we always think we have more time...
But there was always love, and respect. I realize now, reading your beautiful text, how 'related' we were. Nature talks to me as loudly as it did to you. I find relief surrounded by this immense life force and now I find relief for our grief in knowing that you returned to it, your presence with us was only on borrowed time.
Go in peace and maybe reunite with your mother and mine, who were so close during their lives down here. Go find these beautiful souls we both loved who went ahead. I feel my mother always with me, and I still laugh at the stories your mother told, and those of your father. Maybe I will feel you in the forest too. Trees talk to me as well, the rustle of the leaves carry love songs that my heart responds too. I will look for you, my dear cousin.
To JoAnn and your brothers who will probably read this, I want to say that I love you all. The many years apart did not erase the feeling of family, from deep in the veins. I love the gruff funny facade that all your brothers have that covers deep and huge hearts. And JoAnn, I hope we get much closer now, I will do all I can to ease your pain, as much as possible.
Bon voyage, mon cher cousin...
Hugs, Monique

Jeannot G Michaud

24 sept. 2025

Mes sympathies a toute la Famille. Je me rappelle tres bien de Thomas et Laurette, Raymond beaucoup de plaisirs, Gabrielle de mon age-----je suis du Lac Baker dans les 50, 60's a l'ecole au Lac et l'eglise des annees passees.

Gaà«tan et Suzanne Soucy

24 sept. 2025

JoAnn, kimberley ainsi que toute la famille nos pensées sont avec vous tous en ce moment difficile nos plus sincères sympathies

Line Ouellet

24 sept. 2025

My deepest sympathy JoAnn, his brothers and families. Last time I saw him, he told me that he was ready……I gave him a hug, told him that he will be in my thoughts and prayers and I will never forget him.
This is such a nice love letter to you all .

Alain et Rena Cloutier

24 sept. 2025

Deepest sympathies to the families!

Frank Bouchard

25 sept. 2025

Sinceres sympathies a vous tous et toutes...RIP Jean Roch.

Sandra Corriveau

25 sept. 2025

My deepest sympathy to u Jo Ann. Take care of yourself and if u ever need someone to talk to I’m here.

Diane Sawyer LeBel

25 sept. 2025

Dear JoAnn and Long Family,
So sad to hear of Jean-Roch's passing....just remember that he is in a better place and his sufferings are over. He will also be your guardian angel and watch over all of you. I want to convey my deepest sympathies to all of you especially JoAnn. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Bless you all and take care of yourselves.

Jacques & Margaret Daigle

25 sept. 2025

Toutes nos sympathies les plus profonde sont tournées vers vous!

Patricia Lang

25 sept. 2025

I wanted to spend some time with you, Very sorry, not having enough time for us to meet and share our family stories.
God Bless you, Always until we meet again
Cousin, Pat (granddaughter of Emile R Long} Daughter of Albert J. Lang

Benoit & Anne-Marie Landry

26 sept. 2025

Nos très sincères sympathies JoAnn ainsi quâ€™à  sa fille, ses petits enfants, frères ainsi quâ€™à  vous tous parents et amis.

Bert Bélanger

28 sept. 2025

So sorry, he made it either way strength all the way. An awesome man!
Hid us with him on his new road!
No worries, he will stand strong there too!
All my prayers!

Diane St Jean

29 sept. 2025

Sincères sympathies à  toute la famille. Mes pensées et prières sont avec vous.

Rose-may Levesque Jacques

29 sept. 2025

Sympathies.

Louisette Nadeau

1 oct. 2025

Mes plus sincères condoléances a vs tous.
Jean Rock a entrepris son grand voyage pour rejoindre les autres membres de sa famille qu'ils l'avaient précédés soyez assuré qu'il.a été accueilli avec amour.
Ne soyez pas triste ou qu'il.soit dans l'univers vs avez une place spécial dans son coeur.
Mes pensées vous accompagnent
Louisette

Peter & Raquel Long

1 oct. 2025

My Dearest Brother Jean Roch-

NNow that you are gone,
You’re no longer here to share.
The bond we had together –
A bond of love and care.
Yet, somehow something tells me
You are watching over me –
Now that from Worldly cares
You finally are free.
I miss you so very much,
And my tears I cannot hide
Yet, within my heart, I feel
You are always by my side.
Ever since you went away
Life has never been the same
Yet, it comforts me to know
That one day we’ll meet again.

With Great Love,
Peter & Raquel

Robert Muir

1 oct. 2025

Uncle Jean, you have sown strong roots to support those who will come after and I thank you for welcoming me to that family tree. I look forward to seeing you amongst the boughs once again. Thank you, miss you, and love you.

Zachary brooks

1 oct. 2025

Jean, même si nous n'en parlions que quelques fois, les histoires que mon père et ton frère Pete racontaient étaient passionnantes : des histoires de courses dans les bois, de jeux près de la scierie. Toi et tes frères attendant que maman appelle pour le dà®ner. On s'attirait des ennuis et on se soutenait mutuellement. Ton esprit illuminait toujours la pièce quand tu parlais de ton amour de la nature et de l'interdépendance de tout. Ça m'a fait apprécier les petites choses. Que le vent porte ton esprit vers la forêt éternelle.

Wilson D Long

1 oct. 2025

I’ll truly miss Uncle Jean Roch and all he did. Not only was he there for my dad, but every time I visited he encouraged me to be myself, eccentricities and all. He always made me feel seen, and I’ll never forget that.
Ja'taim

Samantha (Jojo)

2 oct. 2025

I hope you are at peace and watching over Aunt Joann. I am writing to express my deepest condolences for your passing and to share with you how much you and Aunt Joann meant to me, even in the brief time I had the privilege of knowing you both.
From the moment I met you, I was struck by your warmth, your kindness, and your infectious laughter. You had a way of making everyone feel welcome and loved, as if they were part of your family. Your stories of your adventures with the other Uncles and Dad growing up were always so vivid and exciting, painting a picture of a life filled with joy, love, and countless memories.
Aunt Joann was equally amazing. Her gentle spirit and her unwavering support for you were truly inspiring. The two of you were a perfect match, your love for each other evident in every glance and every touch. I cherish the moments I spent with you both, listening to your stories, sharing laughter, and feeling the deep bond you shared.
I will always remember the time we spent together in Canada. The beauty of the landscape, the fresh air, and the taste of Poutine for the first time.
Your passing leaves a void that can never be filled, but I find comfort in knowing that your legacy lives on in the hearts of those who loved you. I promise to keep your memory alive by cherishing the moments we shared and by passing on the lessons you taught me about love, kindness, and resilience.

Thank you for being such an incredible uncle and for giving me the gift of knowing you and Aunt Joann, even if it was for a brief time. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
With all my love ❤️

Daniel Israel Long

2 oct. 2025

Uncle Jean was a great man. Uncle Jean was the person who taught me how to split my first log, and how to split that into smaller kindling for a fire. (I’ve actually have gotten to use it a few times since then also :) ) Uncle Jean was a man that could light up a room, while also teaching valuable life lessons. Thank you Uncle Jean, for being apart of a handful of men, that helped shape the man I have become today. Thank you, for several adventures and memories that I can look back on fondly and remember the good. I love you Uncle Jean. <3

Amanda Long

2 oct. 2025

Fly high, Uncle Jean. I bet all of those trees at Lac Baker are stunning and popping so many colors for you. I know I'll see you every time I visit Lac Baker, you are in the heart and soul of that land. I love you.

Bethany Brooks

2 oct. 2025

Hello friend, or whomever finds comfort in reading these simple words. I am Bethany Brooks the daughter in law of Rocky & Peter. I've heard so many stories/memories it's almost as if I've held you in an embrace before. I've never felt the love of a father before your brother Peter entered my life. The compassion he's shown me. Thank you for sharing him with me. Nobody is more important than his family. He's an amazing man so it must run in the family, Eh? I promise to walk in the forest with them hand in hand for you, my friend. Outside in my garden is my favorite time. For the past almost 5 years my heart has wondered alone in the forest. I wasn't alone. I find her in everything. I know I'll help them for you. Because they help me every day. Until we meet my sweet friend. May the breeze always be sweet and the trees sway for you. When you find a crazy Cajun lady it's just my sweet granny. She loves hugs. Hug her for me please.

To your sweet wife:
To find love is such a magical experience. I could feel his love for you amongst the words he had written. Not just read them I could truly feel them. He's with you. When you walk outside and feel the wind tickle your nose. He's there. My heart and soul are forever open to you. I send you nothing but love and light. I fear I'm an empath and may have gone extreme. I just remember really needing these words and feeling so lost. Fear not Bee is here. I send all my love! -Bethany B.

Marie A Pelletier

3 oct. 2025

Mes sincères sympathies a tous ..

Kimberley Long

8 oct. 2025

There are many things to be grateful for. One of the biggest things I am grateful for is you, having you as my Dad.

Without you in my life I wouldn’t be here. Good or bad times, you were there. No words were ever needed, your warm and strong hug said it all-love.

You weren’t just there for family but for friends as well. You had the biggest heart, full of compassion & empathy-helped many people along the way. Some that didn’t deserve it and yet you gave them a chance, that’s compassion.

I miss you terribly. I believe you are watching over your loved ones; Mom, the bros, the kids and I…Isla, Dawn. You were always a strong man and I am proud of you. Your strength and perseverance has trickled down to family, part of Memere and Pepere.

Say hello to the family that is with you now and give them a warm Jean Roch hug for me. I love and miss you.

- Kimberley

Georgette et Aline Pelletier

9 oct. 2025

Nos sincères sympathies aux familles.

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