Deacon Johnny L. Long, Sr., affectionately known as, "John Long", passed on December 27, 2021. A Joyous Celebration Service will be held at 2:00pm on Sunday, January  2, 2022 at Thankful Baptist Church, 4888 Georgia Highway 91 S. Newton, Georgia 39870. Pastor Wadis Williams, Officiating. Interment will be held at Thankful Baptist Church Cemetery, 4888 Georgia Highway 91 S. Newton, Georgia 39870. Visitation Services will be held on Saturday, January 1, 2022 from 3:00pm-6:00pm at Lofton Funeral Home Chapel, 334 Sunset Avenue, Newton, Georgia 39870.  Professional Services Entrusted to Alvin and Tina at Lofton Fuñeral Home, 334 Sunset Avenue, Newton, Georgia 39870. 229-734-4915
**THE SERVICE WILL BE LIVE STREAMED HERE ON OUR PAGE, LOFTON HOME, AT 2:00 PM SUNDAY FOLLOWING THE FAMILY PERSONAL VIEWING**

 ** MASKS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND ANY SERVICES TO INCREASE A SAFER ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL* . 
   
**Due to the sensitivity of COVID-19, the family will NOT 
       receive friends or have a Repast**