Kelly Jo Long

Kelly Jo Long, age 45, of Centerview, Missouri, passed away Monday, October 5, 2026, at St. Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit, Missouri.

She was born on February 27, 1981, the only daughter of the late Debbie Jo DeWeese and the late William Charles DeWeese.

Kelly graduated from high school and was the grocery manager at Yoss Bros Grocery in Holden, Missouri.

Kelly was a loving wife, a wonderful mother, and an amazing grandmother. When she was not the one behind the camera, asking a kiddo to pose, she was crafting, playing cards, or making someone laugh with her wit.

Kelly was full of life, from her endless crafting to making someone smile. Anyone who knew Kelly knew she was a bright, guiding light. Her spirit included a never-ending willingness to help anyone and everyone in need.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Debbie; her grandmother, Shirley Smith; and her aunt, Dani Smith.

She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Phillip Long; her daughter, Rebecca Correll and partner Steven Slater; her son, William DeWeese; and her daughters, Elaine Long and Lillian Long; her grandchildren, Ariel, Aurora, Andrew, Bradyn, and Jayson; three brother; Stephen Smith, Tim DeWeese and Jason DeWeese and several nieces and nephews.

The family received family and friends on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Holden Baptist Temple, 605 N. Lexington St., Holden, Missouri.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Holden Baptist Temple, with Pastor Rodney Albert officiating.

The family has established GoFundMe to help with expenses during this difficult time. Donations may be made through the family’s GoFundMe page, at www.gofundme/daisy–firm–06oct. Obituary submitted by the family.

Arrangements are entrusted to Campbell-Cast Funeral Home, a Stewart Family Company. Online condolences may be shared at www.castfuneralhome.com