Catherine B. Long, age 74, of Seaford, died Saturday, March 24, 2007, peacefully at her home with her husband and son. She was born in Wilmington, DE, a daughter of the late Merrill Bottger and Helen Powell Bottger. She was a member of St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Wilmington. Before becoming a mother and homemaker, Catherine worked various jobs. She loved to do craftwork and embroidery. She will be remembered for her great sense of humor. She is survived by her husband, James Francis Long, Jr. and a son, James "Jimmy" Francis Long, III, also of Seaford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Alfred Bottger and a sister, Barbara Banack. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 532 E. Stein Highway, Seaford. Father Joseph T. Hurley, CSSR will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Delaware Hospice, 20167 Office Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Short Funeral Home, Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.