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Harry Lang Obituary
Hyde Park - Harry W. 'H' Lang, 62, a lifelong area resident, died, Friday, November 4, 2011 at St. Francis Hospital, Poughkeepsie.
Born on June 22, 1949 in Poughkeepsie, NY, he was the son of the late Louis Lang and Kathryn Lang-Goldstein. He was also predeceased by his step-father, William Goldstein.
H was a 1968 graduate of F.D. Roosevelt High School.
He proudly served in the United States Army Military Police during the Vietnam War.
Mr. Lang worked in sales before venturing off into the family bar business with his son.
A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, H enjoyed spending time with his family.
On June 12, 1971 in Staatsburg, NY he married Gloria Ferris, who survives at home.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Gordon Lang and wife, Leanne, of Poughkeepsie; brother, Robert Lang of Pleasant Valley; granddaughter, Elizabeth Lang; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and step-father, he was predeceased by his sister, Donna Touhey in 1987.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2678 South Road, Suite 102, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park.
To send a condolence, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harry Lang
Patty Rhodes
November 14, 2011
Gloria & family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember H'e from high school and him teaching me to drive. My thoughts are with you.
Patty (Evans) Rhodes
Mary Whitaker Howard
November 9, 2011
Gloria & family....So sorry to read about the passing of H'e as we called him. I grew up across the street from him and his family. We spend many hours playing with him. Baseball was the big hit in our neighborhood. My Mom & Kay were friends for more then 50 yrs. I just don't know where our lives have gone and why cancer is taking so many at such a young age. I knew you were meant to be together when you started dating in high school. You were both so lucky to have had that enduring love for each other many of us only hope for. God Bless you and your family.
Nick & Joanne Losito
November 7, 2011
Our most sincere condolences to you, Gordon and the rest of your family. We are so very sorry for your loss and can only wish you happy and peaceful memories.
Stephanie Knickerbocker
November 7, 2011
Gloria, I'm so sad to hear this news. H'ie was a great guy and a good friend. I'll always remember him as a well-dressed, great smelling (he loved his cologne!), happy guy. Not to mention that I probably wouldn't have passed Business Law without his coaching! My thoughts are with you and your family, take care. Steph
Mary Flannery-Turner
November 6, 2011
To Gloria, There are no words that can ease the pain of the loss of your husband H. Please know that prayers are being said with the hope that in time your heart will begin to heal.
With deepest sympathy.
Mary
November 6, 2011
Glo- There are no words to say that will take away your pain-- you are so wery lucky to have found a true soulmate-in time all "Harry's" little fun things he did or said you will remember with a smile on your face--he will always be right beside you as he would know of no other place to be -love sister Barbara
Debbie Stokes
November 6, 2011
Gloria and family, I am so sorry for your loss, I know words cannot help or heal your pain, only time can do that. H was one of the nicest and funniest people I know. He will be greatly missed. RIP H
Sincerely,
Debbie Stokes
Rose Mary Neal
November 6, 2011
Gloria sorry for your loss.
Judy Parker
November 6, 2011
Gloria, Words fail me. Please know I am sending a long distance hug to you and your family.
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