Russell H. Lange
August 31, 1962 ~ April 18, 2015
A long-time resident in Hackensack, PA, Russell died on April 18, 2015 in Virginia from ALS.
Russell was born in Hackensack, NJ on August 31, 1962, to the parents of Warren H. and Claire L. Lange. He is survived by his mother, Claire Lange; brother, David W. Lange and sister-in-law, Lisa; sister Cathryn L. May and brother-in-law, Jack; and sister, Karen Lange Keller and brother-in-law, Ed. Russell also had ten nieces and nephews; Russ, Matt, Alex, Cori, Michael, Chris, Joey, Steven, Lee and Taylor.
Russell graduated from Penn State University. He was a commercial airline pilot who flew in Alaska and most recently for US Airways. Russell was active in real estate development, had a love for travel and the outdoors, was an avid sailor and was happiest on the water. Russell's faith in Jesus Christ as his Savior sustained him through his battle withALS and his family rejoices as he has received his reward in Heaven.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2015at 12 Noon at Grace Lutheran Church, 3233 Annandale Road, Falls Church, Virginia 22042 followed by a celebration of his life at his sisters home in McLean, Virginia.
Donations can be made to Martin Luther College in New Ulm, Minnesota or to the ALS Association.
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes.
Romans 1:16
This was Russell's Confirmation Verse
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Russell was born in Hackensack, NJ on August 31, 1962, to the parents of Warren H. and Claire L. Lange. He is survived by his mother, Claire Lange; brother, David W. Lange and sister-in-law, Lisa; sister Cathryn L. May and brother-in-law, Jack; and sister, Karen Lange Keller and brother-in-law, Ed. Russell also had ten nieces and nephews; Russ, Matt, Alex, Cori, Michael, Chris, Joey, Steven, Lee and Taylor.
Russell graduated from Penn State University. He was a commercial airline pilot who flew in Alaska and most recently for US Airways. Russell was active in real estate development, had a love for travel and the outdoors, was an avid sailor and was happiest on the water. Russell's faith in Jesus Christ as his Savior sustained him through his battle withALS and his family rejoices as he has received his reward in Heaven.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2015at 12 Noon at Grace Lutheran Church, 3233 Annandale Road, Falls Church, Virginia 22042 followed by a celebration of his life at his sisters home in McLean, Virginia.
Donations can be made to Martin Luther College in New Ulm, Minnesota or to the ALS Association.
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes.
Romans 1:16
This was Russell's Confirmation Verse
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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RIP, Russ, my senior prom date! We lost touch after high school, but I’ve always thought fondly of Russ and his gregarious, fun personality. My condolences to the Lange family. Russ has a bright spot in heaven, I’m sure. Chery
One of my greatest friends. You will be in my thoughts often and I will miss you tremendously. We learned from each other. We tested each other. And oh, how many great, late nights we had playing darts, drinking IPA’s and arguing all the finer points of life. I am glad you had the chance to discover sailing and the joys of freedom and friendship that it brings. Sail on my brother. See you on the other side when my time comes.
My memory for Russ is he always made me laugh and I was always happy to see him,,,I will always have a crush on Russ,,,
A beautiful man both inside and out, Russ had a deep and enduring faith that supported and guided him throughout this difficult journey. His memory lives on as a beacon of light and role model for us all. Pamela
One of the most tragic things that we have to cope with in life is the death of someone very precious to us. I pray that you will find comfort in Jesus promise found at John 11:25. He says, I am the resurrection and the life. The one who exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life. How reassuring to know that the resurrection hope is sure!
Russ taught me how to fly in 1992 – he was an amazing pilot and to say flying with him was “fun” would be an understatement. We stayed friends long after I left school. Russ could put a pen on top of the planes instrument panel then make it float into the air with a negative G pushover and catch it in his mouth. He could trim the airplane out on final approach so that it was not necessary to touch the controls at all until the exact moment of landing. When training me for engine out emergency procedures he would have me land on some of the worst fields imaginable. It was against company policy to land off of paved runways, but we would come back with grass and weeds hanging off the landing gear and mud all over the wings. He taught me how to do an aileron roll in a Cessna 152. Over the years we didn’t see each other much but we knew we could count on each other if one of us needed a hand. He will be sorely missed.
Rest in peace big man !!! Loved your energy level and passion !!! Flappa
The pain I feel now is the happiness I had before. That’s the deal. ― C.S. Lewis I am so thankful for knowing you Russ and the joy it brought me! You were fun, smart, caring, and above all you lived out your life as a follower of Christ, and of course the most handsome gentleman ever! these are the memories of you among others that I will cherish! Yes, it is true, Time is Memories as you would say and I am glad for them! Even though the grief is intense coming to know you passed away, I take comfort that you are now with Christ with no more suffering and that there will be a day when I will see you again, my friend! I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, Philippians 1:3 To all of the Lange family, my heartfelt and deepest condolences to each of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Esther
“The pain I feel now is the happiness I had before. That’s the deal.†― C.S. Lewis I am so thankful for knowing you Russ and the joy it brought me! You were fun, smart, caring, and above all you lived out your life as a follower of Christ, and of course the most handsome gentleman ever!– these are the memories of you among others that I will cherish! Yes, it is true, “Time is Memories†as you would say and I am glad for them! Even though the grief is intense coming to know you passed away, I take comfort that you are now with Christ with no more suffering and that there will be a day when I will see you again, my friend! I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, Philippians 1:3 To all of the Lange family, my heartfelt and deepest condolences to each of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Esther
I went to school with Russ at Hoval. I am sorry about his passing. I am glad he accepted the Lord as his Savior, in that we will have eternity with God.