Norma Ruth Staggs Long, age 78, of Cabot, Arkansas passed away on April 8, 2025. She was born in Heber Springs, Arkansas on November 14, 1946 to the late Festus L. Staggs and Jessie (Norman) Staggs.
Norma is survived by her husband Eddie Long; three children Robert Long, Micah Declerk, and Malia Long; grandchildren Nicholas, Braeden, Nathan, and Mason; brother Dr. David Staggs (ret) (Beverly); special friends Rose Easter and Deidra and Johnny White; her fur babies Banner and Clip; and numerous other friends, far too many to name that loved her and she loved as well.
Norma was an educator for many years. She retired from the Cabot Public School District. After retirement, she enjoyed being a full-time grandmother. Norma loved her family. She loved her profession, but she really loved her city.
In lieu of flowers, make all donations to Cabot Animal Support Services, 101 N 2nd St., Cabot, AR 72023.
The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Baptist Health Medical Center in North Little Rock for the care they provided Norma.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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I am sorry for the family’s loss. I remember meeting her a few times and she was always very warm and caring. I’m sorry our families weren’t closer.
I only had a handful of teachers that were impactful. Mrs. Norma Long was one of them. She truly cared about her students and ensured we were learning in her classroom. And 40 years later, I am still very grateful for her love, patience and instructional guidance. Mrs Norma Staggs Long thank you again and may you rest peacefully in Gods Loving arms.
My heartfelt condolences to family and friends. ❤️
I am so sorry for your loss, She had been there for me so many times when I was a child… giving me food… paying for me to do activities in church….taking up for me….giving me hugs…telling me to be strong…. And sometimes fussing at me to be better…..
Nothing will take away what an impact that leaves on a child.
At peace and with our Lord and many friends and family. Prayers and love to the family.
I am so very sorry, Malia and Nicholas. You are so loved, and I am praying for you. ♥️
I have amazing memories of times with Norma and Eddie with our church youth group. You have both touched many lives. I still have a Christmas ornament from long ago that I cherish from Norma. I will hold onto the great memories while holding you all close in my heart and my prayers.
She was one of the absolute best teachers I ever had. I loved her and she loved me back. She did everything she could to get me through 6th grade. I would still see her randomly at the grocery store over the years and she still remembered me and loved me and would give me the biggest hug ever every time I would see her.
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