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David Langner Obituary
Born November 8, 1951, to the late Frances and Charlie Langner of Florala, Alabama, David graduated from Woodlawn High School in Birmingham in 1970 and attended Auburn University on a football scholarship from 1971 until 1974. In 1975, David was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs and the Birmingham Vulcans.
Beloved by his family and friends, David is survived by his wife, Toni; son, Brad Langner (Laura); stepson, Andy Lynn (Stephanie); stepdaughter, Ashley King (TR); brother, Chuck Langner (Zoe); two grandchildren, Daylon and Charleigh Lynn; aunt, Ann Langner and numerous loving cousins, nieces and nephews.
David became an Auburn football legend following the 1972 Iron Bowl when he returned two blocked punts for touchdowns and a 17-16 win over Alabama. After a forty year career in the automobile industry, David retired from Tuscaloosa Hyundai in October 2013. David's warmth, devotion and generosity was his trademark. His life's passions included football, fishing and golf, but most of all helping others.
A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, May 2, at 2 p.m. at the home of his dear friends Babs and Michael Anderson, 508 Waterford Place, Tuscaloosa, 35406. Dr. Buddy Thorne, his closest friend will officiate.
Honorary pallbearers include: Brad Langner, Scott Langner, Daylon Lynn, Kathy Langner Tecosky, Chuck Langner, Larry Thorne, Mark Dillon, Johnny Simmons, Bill Newton, Roger Mitchell and the 1972 Auburn Tigers.
In lieu of flowers and in honor of David's wish to help children with cancer, please make donations in David's memory to: St Jude Children's Research Center, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, Tennessee 38148. 800-822-6344.
Northport Funeral & Cremation Service is in charge of all arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Langner
Susan Ayers
May 5, 2014
David was always so kind to me. Always cheered me up just being around him. We shared some good laughs over the years. Sure going to miss him.
GEORGE MILLER
May 1, 2014
GOD ONLY KNOWS HOW MUCH I LOVED THAT MAN
Lisa Swanzy
April 30, 2014
My War Eagle heart grew HEAVY when I learned of your death. Met Mr. Langner several years ago and almost bought a car from him. He was a great/kind man and WAS/ALWAYS WILL BE an Auburn HERO! Never DOUBT THAT! My sympathies to his family - especially his son Brad - and MAY your PRECIOUS memories COMFORT YOU ALL in the days and weeks ahead. Rest WELL, BRAVE WARRIOR, as you have crossed that blue and orange river into Auburn Heaven! We'll think of you EVERY TIME the Auburn eagle flies!
In DEEPEST sympathy and ETENALLY WAR EAGLE,
Steven
April 30, 2014
Met David about 8 years ago and i remember 2 things from that first meeting. He was an optimist and he was a fair person. He was good to anyone he could be good to and he cared about everybody he met. I am proud to have been able to call him a friend. Rest in Peace.
morris causey
April 30, 2014
Great guy and could catch some crappie on lake tuscaloosa will be missed by all.
Darryl Hardin
April 30, 2014
I met David about 12-13 years ago when he came into the antique store I owned at the time and purchased an old suitcase. He paid with a credit card, and as I swiped it, I saw the name, looked up, and asked, "You wouldn't happen to be. . ." He interrupted me, smiled, and said, "I'm the one." He was such an unassuming gentleman, that the sting of that game in 1972 went away, for I have been a lifelong Bama fan. I gave up my ticket to that game to a friend in order to study for my final exams during my third semester of law school. I listened to the game on the radio, and will never forget it. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. I am glad I had the privilege of meeting him.
April 30, 2014
Dear David,
You join Lynn Purdy, Robert Fambrough and others of the Pell City Class of 1970 for a reunion. We love you and will miss you.
Barbara Pitts "Bird" Shaidnagle
James & Patsy Brazeal
April 30, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
April 29, 2014
I remember David from Pell City High School. He was a good boy then and I know he must have been a good man.
Carolyn Bunt Blankenship Class of 68
Diane
April 29, 2014
Remember David from school. My prayers go out to his family and friends. May he rest in peace.
Kay Whisenhunt
April 29, 2014
I remember David at Pell City High School; one of the good ones beyond the potential as an athlete.
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