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Richard F. "Rich" Lang

FUNERAL HOME

Dworak Chapel

2466 South 16th Street

Omaha, Nebraska

Richard Lang Obituary

Lang, Richard F. "Rich"
Feb 10, 1926 - May 4, 2013

Preceded in death by wife Phyllis; parents, Frank and Frances; and brother Howard. Survived by sons, Rick (Anne) and Bill (Deb); daughters, Laura (Len) Mauro, Peggy (Don) Reynolds, and Mary Jo Kielion; 19 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; and sisters, Frances (John) Rieschl, and Marian Pruch. Rich served with the United States Marine Corps on Guam during World War II, where he was injured.
VISITATION begins Thursday 4pm, with WAKE SERVICE at 6:30pm at the Mortuary. FUNERAL Friday 9:30am at the Mortuary to St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 14th and Castelar St. at 10am. Interment, St. Mary Magdalene Cemetery with military honors by the South Omaha American Legion Post #331 and the United States Marine Corps. Memorials to the family for the charity of their choice. HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
VINTON ST. CHAPEL
2466 S. 16th St. 402-346-1144

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Published by Omaha World-Herald from May 6 to May 9, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Lang

36 Entries

Rich & my Dad at the 2012 Liberation Day event.

Juan Jesus

May 17, 2013

The WWII Honor Flights organized by Bill/Evonne Williams was the venue that introduced me to Rich Lang in 2008. Since he landed in Guam on July 1944 & me originally from Guam, a friendship developed. I enjoyed my visits with him as I learned of his pre-WWII days in South O, his USMC days especially during the Liberation of Guam, & his firefighter career. But his Catholic Faith & his family were his proudest "braggings." I will miss taking him to our annual Liberation Day event,to the VFW for monthly roast beef dinners or other special events. Si Yu'us Ma'ase (Thank you in Chamorro)Rich for your friendship,your Service,& as America's greatest generation! Say hi to Babe Kreifel & don't cause too much havoc with him in heaven.

Pam (McKearney) Warner

May 12, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Rich was such a great guy. A good friend of my dad Barney McKearney. They had many good times at the gas station my dad managed on 16th and Dorcas, and also at the Dorcas bar just across the street.
Was planning on attending the rosary Thursday evening, but our daugher had her baby that day at 4 in the afternoon in Norfolk, so I didn't have much time to get there. Was looking forward to visiting with your family and extended family.
I wrote a letter to your dad just a few years ago, and he replied and gave me an update on himself and his family. It was great to hear from him.
He also sent me the video of my dad working at the gas station. That is a special treasure for us.

Daren Schrat

May 9, 2013

I must speak for my father Carl Schrat first on this guest book for Rich Lang. He went to St.Joseph's school with Rich and he pointed out tonight he has known Rich Lang for 80 years.
These are two World War II vets who were life-long friends. Rich had a much much harder time in the Great War than my father, but both would tell you that they were just doing their jobs.
They don't make men like Rich Lang anymore.
I befriended Rich on football Saturdays at the DAV and I immediately became very fond of my Dad's old school mate and friend. Rich and I were about the only two guys who also rooted for Notre Dame. I would have loved to have been a ball player coached by him. I hope my young son can find an influence like Rich Lang during his childhood. He does have Carl Schrat as a Grandfather, so that's a plus and through that grandfather-grandson relationship, Rich is still present.
I hope the Lang family can find comfort knowing their Dad was such a revered person. He will be never forgotten and he will be sorely missed.
You are now in God's hands Rich Lang. He loves you and so do we.

Troy King

May 9, 2013

Rich was one hell of a guy he will be missed, living next door to him and your mom was a wonderful time and will be cherrished forever both of your parents were so nice and so willing to do anything for anyone,my heart goes out you all with thoughts and prayers. Sincerly, Troy King

May 9, 2013

Rick, Laurie, Bill, Peggy & Mary Jo... I am so sorry for the loss of your father. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sure you all know how many hearts he touched. He was a great coach, father, and mentor. I cannot begin to count the number of peoples lives that he touched. He will truly be missed. He taught many young children (in sports) the true meaning of working hard to achieve great things. He will be missed.

Matthew Raduechel

May 9, 2013

To the Lang Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs to Frances Rieschl and Marian Pruch,whom I have known most of my life. To the rest of the Lang that I haven't met, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Toni Schroeder

May 8, 2013

Dear Fran, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. He was a great man, I was honored to know him through church.

Lorraine Phillips Terrell

May 8, 2013

Peggy,Don and rest of the Lang family - sorry to hear of Coach Lang's death. I remember him from PE class at St. Pat's, and at your house when we'd stop there before heading out. My prayers are with you.

Lori Zimmerman

May 8, 2013

I met your Dad at Fountain View where my Mom lives. What a thoughtful, caring and giving man! I loved talking to him. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers to all of you.

John & Sandy Bogema

May 8, 2013

so very sorry for your loss. Prayers to all of you.

May 8, 2013

Mr. Lang was a wonderful, kind and caring gentleman. He will be missed.

Kenneth Herman

May 8, 2013

To the Lang family: Rich let me park in his driveway while I attended the CWS which was much appreciated. He, for a brief period, attended our monthly lunchoeons of the South Omaha Bunch. May his soul rest in peace. Ken & Margaret Herman

Kelli Urbach

May 8, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of Pa. I am glad I got to meet him and hear his stories. Please know that I care and am thinking of you all during this difficult time.

Chuck Gass

May 7, 2013

Thanks from the Gass family for your Military service and prayers to all the family. We lived at 1613 Dorcas st and knew the Lang Family.May He rest in pease

Jean Rieschl

May 7, 2013

Rick, Laurie, Bill, Peggy & Mary Jo...
My heart is aching, I thought your dad would be with us forever. Many good memories/stories that will last forever. My love and sympathy to you all.

May 7, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
So Rick & Marion xo

Ed Hunter

May 7, 2013

Thank you so much for teaching me how to play sports , you are the bestcoach that I ever had. You will be missed.

Joann (Zenchuk) Crinklaw

May 7, 2013

To Lang Family,
Your Father touched so many of our lives, whether through coaching sports, be a part of St. Pat's (I had him as a PE teacher), his years in the Fire dept., or his Military service. Rich was a very special man and will truly be missed. Peggy Merrill said it best, he was South Omaha, you can't think of one without the other. My prayers are with each one of you. God bless.

May 7, 2013

Rich was always a fierce competetor and an excellent mentor. When I was batboy for St Pats, he always took the time to play a little catch and even let me warm him up between innings. Thanks for your friendship and your service to our country. Billy Macdonald (Cdr. USN ret)

Angela Mainor

May 7, 2013

To the Lang Family,
May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Angie and Tom Mainor (Miloni)

Peggy (Merrill) Kwasniewski

May 7, 2013

To all of the Langs....Your father was South Omaha, he coached my brother Rick in baseball for so many years...we were a huge So.Omaha family meeting at Brown park or Christie Heights park, MaryJo, I have so many fun memories coming over to your house & playing, God Bless your family, your father will never be forgotten, he will always be in our hearts.

Chester Guinane

May 6, 2013

I knew Rich as a ballplayer at St Pats, then as a firefighter on the Omaha Fire Dept. He was always a compeieter. I made a dispariging remark about the Marine Corp once, and he chased me so I had to slide the pole at station 1. Will be ssdly missed

Joe Zenchuk

May 6, 2013

My thoughts & prayers go out to the family. I loved living next to your mom and dad, they were such wonderful people. We always had a great time with them. Rich was a unique and stand up guy and I'll always miss him.

Joyce Urban

May 6, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Richard H. Smolinski

May 6, 2013

So sorry to hear Rich passed away great memories.

Cori Pruch

May 6, 2013

Uncle Rich....what a great man. I'll never forget all of his war stories and strong opinions ;) At least Rich and Grandpa Dennis are up in heaven looking down on all of us...and probably complaining about anything and everything :) I wish I could be there to see you all, but I will be there in spirit. Stay strong family. Sending my love your way! Rest in peace Uncle Rich.

Xoxo

Dolores (Votrobek) Woods

May 6, 2013

Rich,
I knew you well at St. Joseph's high school and cherish those memories. My sympathies to the Lang family.

Susie Huber (Kreifel)

May 6, 2013

So sorry to hear of Rich's passing, as I met Rich on the 1st Nebraska Heartland Honor Flight, where he & my father, George (Babe) Kreifel Jr. sat together on the flight & talked thru-out the trip. I know Rich & "Babe" are now visiting in their eternal home. Cherish Your Memories!

May 6, 2013

Peggy and Don and the Lang Family - My thoughts are prayers are with you at this difficult time. My heart aches for you. I have many fond memories of your dad. I will always keep you in my prayers - Love you
Eileen and Brian Newton

Rick & Dee Vaughn

May 6, 2013

Our sincere sympathy to the entire Lang family. Please know we are praying for all of you.

Illa Prusha

May 6, 2013

Dear Mr. Lang
I have known you when I was 10 yrs. old.You taught my chidren how to play sports and being up standing adults. I always told you that you took over being there parent when Tony and I wasn't around. I will always remember the good times. Till I see you again. Oh by the way tell Tony hi for me. Love always Illa and families

Pam Kragt

May 6, 2013

A true American Hero! I had the privilege of meeting Rich on Honor Flight and several occasions after that. He will be missed by all. May God bless him for all that he did for others and this country!

Marianne Smejkal

May 6, 2013

To the Lang Family & friends,
Bill & Deb,
Truly an icon from my growing up years on Vinton Street in South Omaha.
Mr. Lang stood tall even from his wheel chair. Always with a smile, a hand shake. Truly a man that stood for the American dream & freedom.
My thoughts & prayers go out to the family & friends of Rich Lang.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal"
With many memories Rich's life has touch many & will be truly missed but never forgotten.
With deepest heartfelt thoughts may God bless you all until you meet up again.

Heartland Honor Flight

Megan Glover

May 6, 2013

I had the privilege of accompanying Mr. Lang on the first Honor Flight. I can't begin to tell you how blessed I felt to hear his stories and share that experience with such an amazing hero. My sympathy and prayers to your family!

Michelle Williams (Capece)

May 6, 2013

Love and prayers to all the family. Uncle Rich will be missed.

Bill Fead

May 6, 2013

Thanks for your Military Service to Our Country and The City of Omaha.
Past Commander V.F.W.

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