AUBURN — George Gatling Long, 62, of Rangeley, formerly of Greenport, Long Island, N.Y., sadly passed away Wednesday, Aug. 29, at Androscoggin Hospice House, surrounded by his loving family and great friends.

He was born May 18, 1950, in Greenport, Long Island, N.Y., a son of Robert Jennings and Winifred (Gatling) Long.

George was a most unique and effective professional nurse and Director of the FMH Emergency Department for nine years. Previous to that, he was the OR, ED, and SDS manager with ELIH for many years.

George enjoyed everything. His ability to be a true friend, mentor and his keen intuitiveness is what made him such a special man. He always had an open heart. His positivity was like no other. George loved people and life.

His wife and soulmate, Maryellen; his three sons, whom he loved dearly, survive George, Mark, Michael, and Brian; grandchildren, Kasey and Mark; as well as brothers, Bill and Dave.

Always at his side Lady Sage of Sandy River, “Our little Girl.”

The void of this loss will impact so many. In the words of a dear friend, “George, PS. You can’t take over Heaven but I know you’ll try.”

Rarer than rare he was A One In a Million Man.

Words of condolence and tribute may be shared with George’s family and friends on his tribute wall at www.wilesrc.com.