They were grandparents to fifteen, one being born after their deaths. They were great-grandparents to six, two more have been born since, and presently, two more are on their way. How we wish they could be here to rejoice in these happy events. For Jim and Zelma, nothing was more important than family. Without them we struggle to remain just that.
Murder has a way of throwing even the closest of families out of whack.
Zelma Long was prom queen of her graduating high school class in 1946. Zelma and Jim had their children in quick succession, every two years until the last two. During this time, she went to college and began to teach elementary school. She pursued her college education for many years until she was close to a doctorate degree. She enjoyed children, loved being around people and those who met her immediately felt close to her.