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John Lange Obituary
John Michael "Jack" Lange, 19, of Lawrence, KS passed away unexpectedly in his sleep at home on Sunday July 13. Jack, a fifth generation Kansan, was born October 12, 1994 in Lawrence, the son of Mary Pat and Michael D. Lange.
Jack is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Thelma and Virgil Lange of Ellsworth, KS. Survivors include his parents and brother Jared of the home, maternal grandparents Jack and Mary K. Strickland of Kansas City, MO (formerly of Lebanon, MO), Uncles and Aunts Wesley Lange, San Pedro, CA, Jim (Linda) Strickland, St. Louis, MO, Kathy (Jack) Hembree, Liberty, MO, John (Julie) Strickland, Prairie Village, KS, and Michael (Suzy) Strickland, Fort Myers, FL, many cousins and many close friends.
Jack was baptized at Corpus Christi Catholic Church and received sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion there. He attended the Atrium and was confirmed at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Lawrence. He was a member of the class of 2007 at Raintree Montessori, 2010 graduate of West Jr. High School, and 2013 graduate of Free State High School in Lawrence. He was attending KU. Jack was a 9 year survivor of a brainstem tumor, which he never let slow him down. He will be remembered for his love of music. He started a band at age 15 called The Faded Age that performed in Lawrence, Topeka, and toured the Midwest. The band was one of 4 Kansas City area bands chosen to perform at The Vans Warped Tour at Cricket Wireless Amphitheater. He wrote music and lyrics. He was the band's lead singer despite the vocal cord paralysis related to his tumor. The band recorded two CDs. Jack was an avid reader, loved spending time with his close friends, and enjoyed traveling the country with his brother to attend Pokemon card tournaments at the local, state, national and world level.
When Jack was 2 years old, a family friend asked him his name, and in the beautiful voice of a small child he replied, "My name is John, but my friends call me Jack." He will always be remembered as Jack and everyone's friend.
A Rosary vigil will take place at St John the Evangelist Catholic Church on Friday, July 18, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 19 at the church, 1234 Kentucky, Lawrence, KS. Burial will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Memorial contributions are suggested to St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church or the Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma Foundation and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
Online condolences may be sent to www.warrenmcelwain.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Lange
Juli Warren-Ward
July 23, 2014
Mary Pat, Michael and Jared,
We are so sorry to hear the news about Jack. We never got to meet him, but I remember your faces lighting up when you spoke of him this spring at KCI while we were waiting for Jared and Isaac to return from their trip. It sounds like Jack embraced life, as your whole family does. You must have so many happy memories.
Our thoughts are with your family.
All our best,
Juli, Doug, Isaac and Ethan
David and Orean Kent
July 23, 2014
Dear Dr. Mary Pat and Family, please know that you all continue to be in our prayers in this difficult time.
July 22, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the Lange family. You are in our prayers for peace and comfort. Irene & Merle Southard
Kathy GYles
July 21, 2014
I have been out of town and just learned of Jack's passing. I remember Jack as one terrific young man I had in algebra back in 7th grade. I also saw him often at Free State when I subbed the last few years. Please know my prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Martha Bowman
July 19, 2014
Dr. Lang and family. My sincere sympathy to you in the loss of your son. May you find peace and acceptance. A patient Martha Bowman
Rosie French
July 19, 2014
Michael & Mary Pat
So sorry to read about the loss
of your son.
My thoughts and prayers are with
you. You both are great people.
A patient
Rosie French
July 19, 2014
Mary Pat We are so sorry for your loss we are praying for you and your family. You and your husband are great people!
Maggie, Bill, Nicholas and Garrett Wagner
Michael Schoen
July 18, 2014
our thought and prayers are with you during these trying times....
Jack & Carolyn Hembree
July 18, 2014
Dear Mary Pat,
We are saddened to hear of dear Jack's passing. Please know our thoughts are with you and your family. We send our deepest sympathy to you, Michael, and Jared.
Steve Flory
July 18, 2014
To the Lange family,
I am so sorry to hear about Jack. My heart goes out to you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve Flory
Alice Jones
July 18, 2014
Mary Pat and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you.
Kevin and Becky (Kovarik) Isom
July 18, 2014
Dear Mary Pat & Michael...we cannot express enough sorrow for your loss. If Jack was a piece of both of you, we're sure he lived life to its fullest. Know that our prayers ad thoughts are with you during this Celebration of his Life. God Bless all the way from St. Francis de Sales...Love, the Isom
Betsy & Duane Evans
July 18, 2014
Our hearts ache for you. Jack lived a good, fun, loved life and passed peacefully. We should all be so lucky...
Kirk and Rhonda Vincent
July 18, 2014
Dear Michael and Mary Pat,
Rhonda and I were very saddened by the loss of Jack. What wonderful memories he brought your family.
July 18, 2014
Dear Lange Family,
We are so very, very sorry to hear about Jack. Please know that we are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. The kids have such fond memories of Pokemon League in Baldwin and what a good player Jack was. He will be missed.
Denny, Jean, Christopher, Katie & Jimmy Hall
July 17, 2014
OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.
-RICHARD & CARMA TERRY
Eileen Cooper
July 17, 2014
Our family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss. Maxine Wright and family.
July 17, 2014
Dear Lange Family,
We pray that God will send you peace and consolation. So, so sorry for your loss. It is heartbreaking. We knew Jack years ago from cub scouts.
Love and Prayers from the Murray Family
July 17, 2014
I was so glad to have seen you both in person Monday, as I have to leave town from Friday to Sunday night, and cannot attend the services.I will always remember a fine young man, reflective of his good parenting. Best wishes from Bud and Kay Pettit!
Brad Earl
July 17, 2014
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Jack's passing.
It's always been a pleasure talking with Michael in clinic and hearing about all the exciting and fun things he and Jack did together.
Listening to Jack music will always bring a smile to my face, as I remember the love that surrounded him.
July 16, 2014
Michael, Mary Pat, and Jared,
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We can't imagine what you are all experiencing and we wish we could ease your pain.
Sincerely,
The Landers
July 16, 2014
Dr. Lange and Family Dave and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son and brother.
Sharon and David Sturdy
July 16, 2014
Mary Pat, Michael, and Jared,
I am so sorry for your loss. He will forever hold a wonderful place in many hearts.
My condolences,
Delana Agnew (Denlinger)
Dacia and her family send their condolences as well.
Charles Decedue
July 16, 2014
Mary Pat and Chris, Our hearts are broken as we share your grief.
Charles & Donna Decedue
Lisa Patrick
July 16, 2014
Mike, Mary Pat, and Jared,
We are so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Jack was a bright light in the world, and he will be missed.
Scott, Lisa, Jordan and Sidney Patrick
Mark and Sandy Praeger
July 16, 2014
Mike, Mary Pat Jared, and family,
Sandy and I are so saddened by Jack's death. Wish we could somehow ease the grief of your loss. We are mourning with you. We know you will stay strong.
Mark and Sandy P
Melissa Boisen
July 16, 2014
My heart aches for your loss... You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Melissa, Chelsea, and Josh Boisen
Jane Kesinger
July 16, 2014
Dr. Mary Pat Lange and Family,
You and your family will be in my prayers. Their are not words to express my sadness at this news. While I never met Jack I am sure he was and is an angel and his music will light up the heavens. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jane Kesinger
July 16, 2014
July 16, 2014
Love from the Tye family-we are saddened by your loss. Know we are holding you up in prayer. Mike, Mary, Molly, Matthew, and Miriam
Rusty Elliott
July 16, 2014
Dr. Lange and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Please know that there are many thoughts, prayers, and love surrounding you and your family now in your time of grief.
Christine, Rusty, Aiden, & Avery Elliott
Cheryl Mark and Jesse Hickock
July 16, 2014
To the Lange family, I am so saddened and shocked by Jack's passing. He was a big part of Jesse's life. He was a special young man. Please accept my deep sympathy.
July 16, 2014
Jared, Mary Pat & Michael,
I am so sad and shocked by your sudden loss. Although I never met Jack, I know he had to have been a beautiful soul since he was a part of your wonderful family. All of Seabury is here for you. Love, Betsy
July 16, 2014
Dear mary pat and family, our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult and sad time. Memories and time will be your support and just know that others are sharing your loss. Fondly, wayne and donna osness
July 16, 2014
Dr. Mary Pat and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Just know that you are all will be in our thoughts and prayers, always.
Linda & Myrl Helton
Scott Burkhart
July 16, 2014
Mary Pat, I am so saddened for you and your family's loss. Jack's music is eternal and will live on forever. You were so blessed to be given one of God's true treasures, if only for a brief time. My prayers are with you and your family and I shall think of Jack always.
Bernadette Burkhart
July 16, 2014
Dear Mary Pat and Michael,Jared,
Scott and I send our deepest sympathy, Our heart goes out to your family. Jack and your family will be in our prayers always! God Bless you all.
Scott, Bernadette, Nicole, Burkhart
Rita Lindsey
July 16, 2014
Michael, Mary Pat, and Jared,
We extend our deepest sympathy to you at this sad time. We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
John McGrew and Rita Lindsey
Toni Brou
July 16, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to the Lange family.
Michelle Countess
July 16, 2014
I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Barbara and Mike Malone
July 16, 2014
Dear Mary Pat, Michael and Jared,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna Hoffman
July 16, 2014
Hello Mary Pat and Michael. I opened up the paper this morning and was stunned to see your son's passing. My heart goes out to your whole family. We are leaving in the morning for Colorado, but please know you all will be in our thoughts and prayers during the next days and especially Saturday. God bless you both and Jared, too. Love, Donna C. Hoffman
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