Paul Long "Mad Hatter" age 77 of Lawrenceville GA. passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2019.  Mr. Long was a Veteran of The United States Navy serving from 1962 - 1968, he was an active member of the Patriot Guard Riders of Georgia where he served as a mentor & flag wagon driver. Paul went on many missions to honor our Veterans, and he was an active member of the HOTH program. He was preceded in death by his parents Emory Paul Long Sr. & Frances Goodroe Long. Paul is survived by his loving wife of thirty-two years  Pam Holcomb Long, sister Linda Weaver of Ft. Walton Beach FL; sister-in-law & brother-in-law Pat & Ricky Connell of Ringgold GA; brother-in-law Tony Holcomb of Gainesville GA; a host of extended family. Paul will be missed by many members of the Patriot Guard throughout the south-east. A private family & friend celebration of life gathering will be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Byrd & Flanigan Crematory And Funeral Service Lawrenceville GA. (770)962-2200 ByrdandFlanigan.com