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Charles Edward "Charlie" Lang obituary, Bethlehem, PA

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Charles Lang Obituary

Charles Edward Lang, 74, of Bethlehem, entered eternal life on Mar. 8, 2019 in the care of his family and St. Luke's Hospice House. He was the beloved husband of Mary Ellen (Bauer) Lang with whom he shared 47 years of marriage. Born in Bethlehem, he was a son of the late Frank and Mary (Orban) Lang. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a shipping clerk for Bethlehem Steel for 18 years and later worked at Cigna Insurance Co for 13 years retiring in 2010. He was a member of Ss. Simon and Jude R. C. Church, Bethlehem. In addition to his wife, Mary Ellen, he is survived by his children, Catherine M. Reese (Scott) of Whitehall; Charles "Chuck" Lang Jr. (Lauren) of Downingtown; Christopher Lang of Bethlehem; grandchildren, Ian, Abbey, Ryan and Katelyn. He was preceded in death by a brother, Francis Lang; sisters, Rosie Stettler and Geraldine Donchez. Services: Visitation Wednesday evening from 6-8:00 P.M. from the JAMES FUNERAL HOME, 527 Center St., Bethlehem, and Thursday morning from 10:15-10:50 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 A.M. all from Ss. Simon and Jude R. C. Church, 730 W. Broad St. Bethlehem. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery. More info at www.jamesfuneralhome.org. Contributions may be made to The Leukemia Lymphoma Society or Angel 34 Foundation, C/O the funeral home.

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Published by Morning Call on Mar. 10, 2019.

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BARBARA M BARBER

March 7, 2025

I worked with Charlie for about 13 years at CIGNA. He was one of the "good guys" and a sweetheart. Always smiling and being upbeat. Seeing him in the mailroom or around the building made my day. Think about him and miss him but I still smile....

Gloria Praedin

March 15, 2019

Our sincere sympathy for your loss.
May you find comfort in your memories of your loving husband, father and grandfather.

The Praedin Family

Tammy McCauley(Bauer)

March 14, 2019

Mary Ellen & family,

So sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. He will continue to live in your wonderful memories.

March 14, 2019

My sincerest condolences to the family hope find comfort through prayer 1Thessalonians 5:17

Dan Husser

March 14, 2019

Dear Mary Ellen and family,

So sorry to hear of
Charlie's passing. I had not seen him for many years but now remember with joy the many years of working with him at St.
Bernards tending bar, the kid's Christmas parties, etc. You and Charlie are in my prayers.
Dan Husser

Kim Borchers

March 13, 2019

I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked at Weis where he was "a regular"
He was always so kind.

Jim Knipe

March 12, 2019

To the Lang family, sorry for your loss. Charlie was a great man.

March 12, 2019

Rest In Peace dear Sweet Charlie

March 12, 2019

Charlie was a very sweet, kind man. I worked with him at Cigna....Michelle B

Heidi E.

March 11, 2019

Charlie was such a kind and quiet man. I worked with him for about 5 years at Cigna, before he retired. My condolences go out to the family, as well as anyone else who was close to him. Rest well, Charlie.

Lauren Wettlaufer

March 11, 2019

I had the pleasure of knowing Charlie while working in the Bethlehem Cigna office. He was the best 'mail man' ever! Prayers for the family.

John and Janet Lehman

March 11, 2019

Maryellen,

Our deepest condolences at the loss of your husband. You are in our hearts and prayers.

Love,

John and Janet

Julie Miller

March 10, 2019

Mary Ellen and family, so sorry for your loss. Charlie was a such a sweet person and will be missed by all who had the blessing to know him. Prayers and hugs to you during this time. Sincerely, Julie (Deutsch) Miller and family.

Barbara Barber

March 10, 2019

I was so sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. I worked at Cigna and knew him for many years. A great guy. My prayers and condolences to his family. May he rest in peace..

Karla Bailey

March 10, 2019

So sorry to hear this. Charlie was a great guy to work with at Cigna. My condolences to his family and friends.

Dawn and Bob Ortwein

March 10, 2019

To the Lang family, We are so sorry for your loss. God took Charlie in such a short time, you are in our prayers.

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527 Center St, Bethlehem, PA 18018

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Mass of Christian Burial

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Ss. Simon and Jude R. C. Church

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