James Lang
November 23, 1938 ~ June 8, 2011
James “Jim” Leroy Lang age 72 of New Hampton died Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at his home.
Friends may greet the family 2:00 - 6:00 Sunday, June 12, 2011 at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton.
Interment will take place 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 13, 2011 at the Union Grove Cemetery, rural Northboro, IA.
James was born November 23, 1938, in Shenandoah, IA, the son of Paul and Bea (Bolton) Lang. He received his education in Shenandoah graduating from the high school there in 1957. He then attended Northwest Missouri State Teachers College for one year. On September 7, 1958, at Northboro Methodist Church, Jim was united in marriage to Ann E. James. To this union, four children were born.
Jim had worked for many years as a meat cutter and butcher having worked for Knittles Grocery and Meat, The Shenandoah Locker, Essex Locker, Corning Locker, The meat department at Family Foods in New Hampton, 15 years at the Protivin Locker and also at the Ionia Locker. He also worked as a truck driver for National By-Products. In his free time he enjoyed wood-working, home remodeling and beer-making.
Survivors include his wife, Ann; two sons, Terry (Joan) Lang of Raymond, IA, Jeff (Sheila) Lang of Readlyn, IA; two daughters, Lacy (Matt) Rucker of Bedford, Lisa Lang of Iowa City; his mother, Bea Lang of Vinton, IA; a brother, Duane (Pat) Lang of Essex, IA; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father; and a sister, Paula Gravel.
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Lisa, Sorry to hear of your loss. I know you have special memories and keep them close to your heart. Dad is still with you in the things that you do or say. He’s always in your heart. Take care, Brenda
Ann – I was shocked when saw that Jim’s fight ended. You had a very nice gentleman for a husband and I’m sure you will sadly miss hime, as so will all his family and friends. I am so glad I was able to talk to both of you at Fareway that day. My condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa, So sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Remember they will always be with you whatever you do and whatever you go. For now the caring thoughts from others will carry you through. Also as time passes little reminders of your loved one will tough your heart. All our memories are to be treasured. Mary Ann
Ann, Jerry Gomel of N’boro telephoned me in Harrisonville, MO. to share this sad news. He didn’t have full details of your Husband’s history, but we all know that Heaven is a Better Place than anywhere here on Earth, so peace be with you knowing that Jim is with a host of Angels. Page County Iowa is a good place to grow, mature and then rest peacefully in Union Grove, next to the New Golden Rod in Heaven. Skip Bayless & Leota Harris
Dear Lisa and Family, Please accept our sincere condolences with the loss of your father James. Although we did not know your dad, he clearly lived a full and happy life in Iowa – a wonderful place to do that. Having both lost parents, Fran and I know how difficult this time can be. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Mike Schultz and Frances Johnson
I’m sorry I couldn’t be there to say goodby to you. You will be missed a lot. My love to you and the family.
Dear Lisa, Ann, and family. I was so sorry to hear today about your loss and send you my sincerest condolences, as do Tom and the girls. Jim was so very nice to me every time we met. You are in my thoughts and in my heart at this time. Anne
Sorry for you loss Lisa and family.
My sincere condolences.
Msg for Lisa Lang – ‘sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My sympathies to you at this time of loss. May it be of comfort to you to know that others are thinking of you at this time.
Dear Lisa, I heard from Kelly A. about your dad passing away. Having recently lost my own dad, I can feel your pain . I pray to the Almighty to grant you and your family strength to bear this loss. Sandeep joins me in sending condolence to the you and your family. Sandeep and Archana
I’ll really miss Uncle Jim, what a great guy.
May your memories of laughter, love and staying up way too late to work on projects that took way too long ease your pain of the loss of your loved one. Much love for the healing hearts of Jim Lang’s family
I will miss you a whole bunch – no one to tell the stories you could. We have lost a very important member of our family. Ann and all of you kids just hold him in your hearts and hold onto each other. Barb
Dear Ann and everyone: Please accept our deepest sympothty for the loss of Jim. He will be missed by everyone. He has left a wonderful legacy with his family and friends who have known him. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May God’s grace and comfort be with you
Ann and family- I was so saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. It was so much fun working with him and visiting with him when he came into the store! All the stories of his remodeling,cooking,grilling and of course the beer making! He was such a wonderful man and surely will be missed. May you hold his memories close to your heart and may God hold you all extra close. Take care Ann and may God bless. With deepest sympathy-shellie boos
We love you very much Uncle Jim, and will miss you greatly. We are praying for your family through this time and will take good care of Grandma. We love you all Brian, Alecia, Halee, Dustin and Faith
Lisa, my thoughts are with you and your family. I know how much your dad meant to you and that he will be greatly missed by all of you. Let me know if I can do anything.
We’re sorry for your loss. He was a nice man that could always make us laugh.