Richard Karl Lange, 80 of Newark passed away on March 8, 2026 at the Selma Markowitz Center. He was born on August 27, 1945 in Newark, OH to the late Richard Oscar and Patricia Ann (Crowley) Lange.

Rick served honorably in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a proud member of the Elks, Moose, and Eagles lodges and built a strong work ethic throughout his life. Rick retired from DCSC in Columbus and later continued working in retirement as a Quality Assurance Coordinator for Powerhouse. Earlier in his career, he worked at Continental Can and as a meat cutter for Super Duper.

Rick loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed watching his son, Rick, play softball and cheering on the Ohio State Buckeyes. Some of his happiest moments were spent with his three granddaughters, whom he adored.

Rick shared a special and inseparable bond with his beloved wife, Sue. The two were rarely apart and built a lifetime of memories together. They especially enjoyed vacations to Las Vegas and swimming in the ocean. This June 4th, they would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Cynthia Sue Lange; son, Rick (Lanetta Mathews) Lange; daughter, Kathy (Eric) Brownlee; grandchildren, Jade, Jillian and Maura Brownlee; brother, Bruce Martin (Linda Korns) Lange; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Linda and Jim Melick; nephews, Josh (Heather) Lange, Nick Lange, Nate Lange, Brady Melick, Mat Melick and Dave Melick.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The family will receive friends from 4-6pm on Friday, March 13, 2026 at Brucker-Kishler Funeral Home, 985 N. 21st St., Newark. Memorial service will be held at 6pm with military honors provided by the Licking County Veterans Alliance followed by an Elks service. Dave Mason officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Ohio Hospice of Central Ohio, 2269 Cherry Valley Rd., Newark, OH 43055.

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