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Nita and Mike Firmand
March 1, 2017
There are no words to express the deep sorrow we feel over the tragic loss of Matt. We are blessed to say that we knew and loved Matt since he was three years olad. Matt was an adorable and sweet child who grew up to be a very sweet honorable young man who lived his life with the highest of integrity always. Matt loved his entire family and especially his precious little son Alex. Matt's devotion and love for Alex had no bounds. Our hearts are broken for Alex, Sandy, David, Carrie and the entire family. Matt will always be remembered and forever loved by us all.
Amanda Cassidy
February 27, 2017
I remember Matt was a kind kid back in grade school. I also remember him from his time backstage at the Paramount as I was on stage there. So sorry for your loss. God's peace and comfort be with his whole family.
Rosalie Russ
February 7, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Loretta Willett
February 7, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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Kay Peters
February 6, 2017
Matt was a fun, hard working 8th grade algebra student, and I'm honored to have been part of his most impressive education. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to your family.
Matt C.
February 5, 2017
I had the pleasure of working alongside Dr. Lange as a graduate assistant. He was always very respectful and cordial whenever we crossed paths at Lewis University, and never hesitated to offer assistance to anyone who needed it. To his family, friends, and loved ones, you have my deepest condolences. Thank you for sharing him with us all.
Tina (Roys) Osmolak
February 3, 2017
Matt was the best. He was sweet, kind, caring, loving, generous, silly, hilarious. He was quick witted and his sense of humor was always at the forefront. He was a great teacher, even in high school and college, always helping me with my work, reteaching me (patiently, even) the material. His quiet strength is something I always remembered about him, he could help me stay calm in any situation. When I think of high school, it's him. When I think of college, he's the part that sticks in my brain the most. I have so many memories of him to choose from, so many happy and wonderful times. Band, hanging out, going for walks, watching movies, just driving around, or sitting listening to music and talking. What we did was always talk. He was my first true partner in crime, and bff. So many hugs and prayers for all of the Lange family, and all of his friends and colleagues.
Bianca Hernandez
February 3, 2017
I have Dr. Lange to thank for everything I know in the psychology field. I have only had him once as a teacher for theories of personality, but that is one of the base classes for psychology. Even now in my psych classes when we go over basic stuff, I already know it because Dr. Lange has taught it in a fabulous way that it has stuck with me. He was truly a genuine, positive, good guy. All students loved him, and he truly cared about his students. He always made class fun, interesting, & active. He loved teaching psychology classes and you can tell by the look on his face. I have never seen without a smile on his face. Dr. Lange was also my advisor and I have him to thank for guiding me this far. The psychology department & his students will truly miss him, but he has left such a positive impact on us all. I hope to live with such positivity and with a good attitude just like he had. Rest easy Dr. Lange & keeping your family in my mind always.
Michelle Glinkowski
February 3, 2017
Dr. Lange was my professor for my Adulthood and Aging course at Lewis when I took it last spring as well as my advisor for my psychology major. He will surely be greatly missed. Dr. Lange was a kind, caring, passionate, funny, and intelligent man. His lectures were always engaging and interactive. He would always take the time to help out students when they were struggling and to guide them to their career path. He also shared his vast knowledge in his teachings. Dr. Lange was a truly gifted teacher who would express his passion for student learning. It is unfortunate that he will no longer be with us to share his devotion and enthusiasm for teaching with any future Lewis students but, his legacy will carry on. I will cherish all the lessons he has taught me and the advice he has given me to move forward in my career. My heart, thoughts and deepest condolences go out to Matthew's family.
May he rest in peace.
Gabrielle Vasilevskis
February 3, 2017
Dr. Lange was the one professor in the entire department that all students unanimously loved. His classes would fill up within minutes because of his popularity. He was a gifted teacher who expressed his passion for student learning and motivation. There was never a time where Dr. Lange didn't portray a vibrant smile across his face. His lectures were interactive and every student was always engaged. He will be greatly missed but his legacy and philosophy will carry on. His family will carry aspects of his personality in their hearts while his students will achieve what he wanted- the power of learning. My deepest condolences to Matthew's family. I pray and wish for them to receive the same amount of strength, love, and passion as Matthew was able to deliver to his students when they were struggling.
Audrey Donovan
February 3, 2017
I didn't have Dr. Lange as a professor, but when I was at Lewis for undergrad (2012-2016) and in the psych program for two of those years, Dr. Lange was definitely a well known name! I never once heard a bad thing from any students who took him and while he was getting his doctorate he would come into some of my classes to collect data. During that time he'd talk to us about getting his doctorate and what it was like. He would even answer questions we had. He was an all around great man, and I had only talked with him a few times.
He will be dearly missed.
Janelle R
February 3, 2017
I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to have Dr. Lange for two classes. He was such a great professor! He made class so fun and made Psychology easy to understand. I considered minoring in Psych because of Dr. Lange.
I'm honestly so honored to have had him as a teacher. May he rest in peace.
Amy Craft
February 2, 2017
I am so lucky to say that I have known Matt since I was 2 years old. Matt and I grew up together as nextdoor neighbors and best friends. I have the most wonderful childhood memories because I shared so many of them with Matt. Sandy, David, Carrie and Matt are like family, and my heart is broken to have to say goodbye to someone so special to me. Sandy, David and Carrie, I love you all and I am so sorry. Matt truly was the best...❤
John Heath
February 2, 2017
Dave, Sandy, Carrie and Aunt Carolyn: I am so sorry for your loss.
John, high school friend of Carolyn
Stephen Brooks
February 2, 2017
Matt was always quick with a joke and brought smiles wherever he went. In fact, it is impossible for me to remember his face without also seeing his smile. He was much beloved by all the trombonists at West High, and I am heartbroken that his light has been stolen from his family and students.
Edison C
February 2, 2017
Dr. Lange was one of my first professors at Lewis University. He was a great professor who took was understanding and took the time to ensure we were set up for success as first year students. I am saddened to hear about his passing. May he rest in peace.
Kat K.
February 1, 2017
Dr. Lange was the instructor for Adulthood and Aging at Lewis when I took it in a previous semester. From my experiences of having him as a professor, I can easily agree that he will be greatly missed by all of his current and former students, fellow staff, and the Lewis community.
Dr. Lange was an affable, caring, highly intelligent, passionate, witty, and patient man. Each of those priceless traits shone through in his lectures, focus on student achievement, and willingness to aid students in need. He shared his vast and invaluable knowledge without hubris. He truly deserved his recently earned doctorate, and it is a disappointment that he will no longer be able to share his enthusiasm for teaching, along with his talents as an instructor, with any future Lewis students.
My heart and condolences go out to his family, friends, and the Lewis community.
May he rest in peace.
February 1, 2017
Words are inadequate to try and console you Dave,Sandy,Alex and Carrie at your loss.I can only say that you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave & Donna Hughes, Aurora,Illinois
Tom & Pauline Hawksworth
February 1, 2017
Our sincere sympathy on the tragic loss of your son. All of you are in our prayers during this very difficult time and in the days ahead.
Linda Leonard
February 1, 2017
Dave & Sandy, there are no words that can comfort you in this terrible tragedy. Although, we barely knew Matt, reading these many tributes tells us what a wonderful man he was. Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers during these very sad, difficult days ahead. Linda & Mike Leonard
Samantha
February 1, 2017
As a psychology major I was deeply sadden to hear one of our professors had suddenly passed.
Lacey Alleruzzo
February 1, 2017
Dr. Lange was one of my first professor's at Lewis. He was such a genuinely wonderful person and taught with the upmost enthusiasm. Dr. Lange made it his objective to make sure all his students developed a well-rounded and diverse education. He emphasized that just because we may not grow up the same way as others, does not mean we could not prevail or grow from our experiences. Nor should we ever be afraid to seek guidance if we are troubled by something. That is something I'll always remember him by. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, colleagues, and students during this time.
John & Peggy Blunk sr
February 1, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Nancy Doane Livers
January 31, 2017
I asked Linda to give you and your husband my condolences, Sandy, but I felt a need to reach out
to you myself. My heart aches for you, and I am
so deeply sorry for your tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill and Roz Bobzien
January 31, 2017
We are so saddened to hear of this terrible tragedy. Dave,Sandy,Carrie, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Matt was a fine man who will be greatly missed.
Nick Carroll
January 31, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Lange was my professor for several classes at Lewis University, as well as my advisor in the Psychology department. He truly loved his job and his students. I will never forget what a great guy he was and how much he helped me on my road to graduation. RIP
Pam Sim
January 31, 2017
Sandy and Dave
I am so sorry to hear about Matt. My deepest sympathies.
Rick and Lois Johnson
January 31, 2017
Dave and Sandy, we were heartbroken to hear of Matt's death. Rick remembers Matt and Carrie at Freeman School. There are no words that can truly comfort you at this time, but know your friends are thinking of you and praying for the family at this time.
Shawn and Martha Jarmuz
January 30, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. We had the pleasure of working with Dr. Lange at Lewis University and he will be missed. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Heather-Dawn Edwards
January 30, 2017
Carrie I have no words to express my sorrow for you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in each other and God's grace.
January 30, 2017
Dr. Lange as such an amazing and caring man and truly cared for his students and teaching. He will be greatly missed.
Debbie Strejc
January 30, 2017
Rest in peace Matt. I am so sorry for your loss Mr. and Mrs Lange and family. Matt was a wonderful and caring person, and a pleasure to talk to. We worked together while he was an adjunct professor at Waubonsee Community College.
Stephen Tonks
January 30, 2017
I was Matt's advisor and dissertation chair at NIU, and am extremely saddened by the news of his passing. As a doctoral student, he was self-driven, highly motivated, and did some of the best work I have seen. As a person, Matt was caring and dedicated to his family, friends, and work. He will be missed by many.
Walt Schuldt
January 30, 2017
May you rest in peace, Matt. You were taken from us much too early. we shall never forget you. Your old neighbors, walt&Marlies Schuldt. Gilbert Arizona
January 30, 2017
May you rest in peace, Matt, although it's far too early to use these words. We will always remember you as the little kid across the street. Your old neighbors from Iroquois in Aurora.
January 30, 2017
May you rest in peace, Matt, although it is far too early in your short time with us to be saying this. Your old neighbors from Iroquois in Aurora-Walt & Marlies Schuldt, Gilbert Arizona
Carolyn Roesner
January 30, 2017
I was so saddened to hear of the untimely and tragic death of Matt. I watched him grow from a shy kindergartner to a confidant young man, and as a fellow trombonist in the West Aurora Band, Andy always spoke so highly of him. Sandy and Dave, I cannot comprehend the anguish you are enduring, but I hope that your happy memories, in time, will give you a small bit of comfort. On behalf of all the Roesners, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
January 30, 2017
It is hard to believe that Matt is gone. I worked with Matt at Lewis University and we often talked about education and teaching. He was a talented and well-regarded educator by his colleagues and students alike. We had a wonderful talk about his teaching. He left with a smile. I will miss him. Prayers and blessings to his colleague, family and friends, and especially to his son.
Clare Lawlor, Psy.D.
Professor (retired)
Lewis University
Roy Wyeth
January 30, 2017
As a shy new 4th grader at Freeman Elementary School, Matt quickly became my best buddy when I otherwise wouldn't have had a friend in the world. You never forget somebody like that.
Frania and Bill Watrous
January 30, 2017
We are saddened to hear of this terrible tragedy and we are keeping your whole family in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Matt was a joy to be around when he was a little boy, growing up with my sons, and, even though we had lost touch with him in the years since, I know he grew to be a fantastic young man and father! Our most sincere sympathy!
Haleigh Saari
January 30, 2017
As a Lewis Univeristy graduate, Dr. Lange made my psychology course one of my favorites. Not only did he exceed at his profession, but he also proved to be one of the kindest and most honest persons I have ever met. I am deeply heartbroken by his passing. I only wish he could be around to continue spreading the positivity he exuded. My thoughts are with his family.
Lou Ann Cates
January 30, 2017
There truly are no words for you Dave, Sandy and Carrie, that could even come close to being comforting! None of us can imagine your pain. But know that I love Matt as if he were my own son and he truly is a Brother and Friend to everyone who came in contact with him. He worked hard and was always there when I needed him! He loved you both so much and was such a proud Uncle! Then came Alex and a better Father there won't be! Alex will always be proud of you Daddy, as you gave him more love than some can in a full life time. RIP now and enjoy the PACK with wings my friend! xo
Elizabeth Soto
January 30, 2017
Dr. Lange was my advisor for psychology. I didn't know him that much, but well enough to see that he was a good man full of enthusiasm for his work. I was so saddened to hear of what happened. My deepest condolences to his family. May he rest in peace. You will be missed Dr. Lange.
Megan (Mundy) Marconi
January 30, 2017
I am so very sorry to hear of this tragic loss. My deepest sympathy goes out to his little boy, Mr. and Mrs. Lange, Carrie, and all the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Greg Miller
January 30, 2017
Matt was one of the kindest, gentlest souls I remember from my childhood. I am terribly saddened by this tragedy. May he rest in peace.
Sonni & Tom Herget
January 29, 2017
I was Matt's Spanish 1 teacher at West, and vividly remember that shy, yet impish smile. Heaven just acquired a wonderful student, teacher and angel. Descansa en paz, Mateo!
Pat and Jenny Berry
January 29, 2017
No words for your loss. You are in our prayers. May God Bless your family during this time.
Beth Grafft (Quantock)
January 29, 2017
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Matt's passing. While we lost touch after high school, I will always remember his kindness, cleverness, gentleness, and humor. We send our deepest condolences to his family.
Cristina Jakubec
January 29, 2017
Dr. Lange, was my psychology professor at Lewis University. I made sure to sign up for my second psychology course when he was teaching because I enjoyed his class so much! He will truly be missed, and he was a wonderful teacher. My prayers are with him and his family. May Dr. Lange rest in peace.
January 29, 2017
Breaks my heart and thinking of the entire Lange family --- Sarah (vonhoff) Bauer
Maradee Scharf
January 29, 2017
I have known Matt since middle school. My favorite memories are from band- we both played the trombone. He was one of the funniest guys I have ever known. I will miss him very much and this world will never be the same. He will always be in my thoughts. I wish I could have said goodbye.
Katrina Silacz
January 29, 2017
Dr. Matthew Lange was a very gifted teacher and as a former student of his, I send my deepest condolences to his family. I'm so thankful to have had the opportunity to learn from him. He will be heavily missed. May he rest peacefully.
Michele (Martin) McKenzie
January 29, 2017
My deepest sympathies to Matt's family. He was a genuinely good person, and even though we lost touch after college, I often thought of him and hoped he was doing well. I was so saddened to hear of this tragedy. May happier memories comfort you during this time of grief.
Dennis and Carol Bentley
January 29, 2017
We were saddened to hear that Matt was taken so tragically from all of us. He was one of the best stagehands at the Paramount and all around nice guy. Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Denny and Carol Bentley
Former Tech Director at the Paramount
Janet Mendell
January 29, 2017
Matt was one of my oldest friends. I am devastated by his death. May all of our love and prayers surround his family and son. May my friend rest in peace.
James - Laurie Alberts
January 29, 2017
Rest. In Peace my Friend. You will be missed
Susan Tyrrell
January 29, 2017
I was so saddened to hear about Matthew. My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family. May God hold you all in the palm of his hands to help you through this tragic time.
Lynne Reilly
January 29, 2017
I am so saddened by Matt's death. He was a fine, young man, and a former student of mine. I know he will be missed by many. Much love and sympathy to his family.
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