Long, Sheryl L. 1948-2026 Stewartsville, Mo.

STEWARTSVILLE, Mo. – Sheryl L. Long, 77, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. She was born Feb. 16, 1948, to Hilda Frances (Capps) and Pershing V. “PV” Willis, in Hannibal, Missouri.

Sheryl was a truly joyful soul who embraced life with an open heart and a ready laugh. She was known for her happiness, her easygoing nature, and her ability to make those around her feel comfortable and welcome. Sheryl believed in being honest and real, if something bothered her, she wouldn’t hide it, but that honesty was always part of her genuine and caring spirit.

Sheryl loved to travel and savor life’s simple pleasures, whether it was enjoying a good cigarette and a cup of coffee or sharing laughter with friends. She was generous, warm, and deeply appreciative of life and the people in it.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis W. Long, and her parents.

Survivors include her children, Lynne Anne Dillon (Shawn), Scott Roberson (Rennee) and Mystery Adams; stepchildren, Jeanna Edwards (Craig) and Kasie Long Steinkamp (Jeff); grandchildren, Ian Dillon, Tyler Roberson, Olivia Edwards, Henry Steinkamp, Hudson Steinkamp and Rosalyn Steinkamp.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Heart Association.

Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.