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Ethan Lang Obituary

Ethan David Lang, 17, passed away suddenly Saturday, July 5, 2008. Visitation will be 5-7pm today at Wright and Ferguson Funeral home on Highland Colony Parkway in Ridgeland and 12:30pm Wednesday, July 9, 2008, at Ascension Lutheran Church in Jackson. Services will be 2:00pm Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Griswold Cemetery in Griswold, IA.
Ethan was born October 4, 1990, at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center. He was baptized and confirmed at Ascension Lutheran Church, where he was an active member.
Ethan was entering his senior year at St. Andrew's Episcopal School. He enjoyed art and music and was a member of the bands, Thunderstagg and Beneath Judecca. He was a free spirit and was happiest when he was with his friends.
He is survived by his parents, David and Bobbette; younger sister, Hannah; grandparents, Jerry and Denise Pearson; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Jack and Dee Lang and great-grandfather, Hilton Corderman.
Memorials may be made to Ascension Lutheran Church, PO Box 12246, Jackson, MS 39236.
Published by Clarion Ledger on Jul. 8, 2008.

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Valerie Abraham

August 4, 2008

Dear David, Bobette and Hannah,
my heart and prayers go out to you. I taught Ethan in midle school and only have fond memories of him. I remember Ethan as being exceptionnally kind and well-mannered, always in good spirits. I always thought of him as a quiet angel watching over us.

stephanie moore

July 14, 2008

hey Ethan's family. I hope you know how much your son meant to our youth group. he made youth group fun and exciting!Ii will ALWAYS remember how all of the youth would argue about who would get to ride with Ethan anywhere we went. some of us plan to make a shirt with one of Ethan's drawings, if that is ok with you!
luv Stephanie

Wray (Gerry) Ludington

July 12, 2008

Bobbette, Dave and Hannah - I'm very sorry to hear about Ethan. I think I only saw him once, at the Atlantic High class reunion in 2002. He was such a good kid. My thoughts are with you during what must be an incredibly difficult time. Rely on the strength within and upon the support of others, and know that you're in the thoughts of folks far and near.

Lee Harris

July 9, 2008

David, Bobbette, and Hannah,
We were incredibly saddened to hear about Ethan. No one except the Lord can truly understand the depth of your pain. We will always have fond memories of Ethan and Parker playing together on Halton Court. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lee, Mary Ann, and Parker Harris

Donna Driskell

July 9, 2008

David, Bobbette, and Hannah,
Our prayers and thoughts are with each of you. May God give you the strength to get through the next hours, days, and weeks. May God provide you with a peace that surpasses all understanding during this unimaginable time. I still remember a very young Ethan playing in the front yard with beautiful blonde curls, blue eyes and the longest eyelashes I'd ever seen. God bless you and know that you are being lifted up in prayer.
Donna and Glenn Driskell

Jill Smith

July 8, 2008

David, Bobbette and Hannah,
We are thinking of you and praying for you every day. Wish we were there with you. Ethan will be in our family's hearts forever and always! See you soon.
Jill, Chris, Jackson and Ava

Kenneth McDade

July 8, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. What a great talent and joy he was. I will always remember the way he would laugh and make people around him smile too.

Jennifer Chapman

July 8, 2008

Ethan will be missed. He was such a free spirit. My heart goes out to his parents. I am so sorry Ethan is gone.

Anne Dulske

July 8, 2008

David, Bobette, and Hannah,
I never personally knew Ethan, but feel as if I knew him through stories from the Jaques family. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this very difficult time. I cannot imagine the magnitude of your pain.
Godspeed,
Anne Dulske

Cheryl, Steve & Kevin Gardner

July 8, 2008

David, Bobbette & Hannah,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers will be with you all during this difficult time. May you find comfort in family and friends, and may God bless you and heal you during this time of great sorrow.

Joy Ingram

July 8, 2008

David & Bobbette, I will always remember Ethan, Sunny and Michael in Garage Band 101! He will be truly missed!

JoBeth Abrams

July 8, 2008

My prayers are with all of you in this time of tragedy and my heart goes out to you.

Phyllis Stover

July 8, 2008

Bobbette, David and Sweet Hannah
There are no words to express my feelings for you at this tragic time. I will share the stories still, that Grammas and Grampas love to tell, and be forever greatful to have your family in my life.

Kristin Bowman

July 8, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. Even though Ethan and I were in the same conformation group i never got to know him that well. He seemed like a wonderful person and i only wish i knew him better. My prayers are with you.

Richard Scybert

July 8, 2008

David, Bobbette, and Hannah,

God Bless you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Please be safe on your travels to Iowa. Our prayers are with you.

Dick, Joyce and Samantha Scybert

Lady Noel

July 8, 2008

I taught Ethan in middle school and remember him fondly. I will always see him as a young man with a quick mind, a twinkle in his eye, and a winning smile. I am so very saddend by his passing. My heart aches for his family and friends.

Leanna Range Owens

July 8, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kathleen Simmons

July 8, 2008

Ethan,
You truly were a free spirit. I remember that when we were younger we used to always go against each other in video games. We were rivals in everything that we did. I truly will miss you. To Ethan's parents, I'm terribly sorry for what has happened. You are in my thoughts and my prayers. Rest in Peace Ethan, your memory still lives on.

Ann & Mickey Miller

July 8, 2008

David, Bobbette, & Hannah,

Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve for Ethan.

Charlie and Susan Murray

July 8, 2008

David and Bobbette,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Donna and Garth Murray

July 8, 2008

Ethan spent a lot of time at our house with our daughter Jenny. We are grateful to have gotten to know him. We will love and miss him forever. God bless you and your family.

Jill Martinez

July 8, 2008

My heart goes out to Ethan's family.

Yonka Simmons

July 8, 2008

Words cannot express our hearfelt sorrow. We will miss Ethan's smile and spirit. What joyous memories we will cherish! Forever on our minds, forever in our hearts. May God's love and peace sustain you through this most difficult time.

Lisa White

July 8, 2008

I will always remember Ethan with a sombrero and a guitar in Katie's room!

Melissa Templeton-Heuck

July 8, 2008

Bobbie, David and family -

I am so sorry for your loss. Mom called Sunday morning and told me about Ethan. I cannot fathom the grief and pain that you are feeling at this time. I wish I had had the opportunity to meet Ethan. I am sure he was an absolutely wonderful child! Our prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Love, Melissa (Templeton) and Tim Heuck and family

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