Carol Ann Lange, Nee Strub, born on January 11, 1923, in Chicago, Illinois, daughter of Florence and Joseph Strub.
She was married to James Martin Lange, in LaGrange, IL for 50 years. Carol was born to eternal life on December 28, 2018.
She is survived by daughter Joan (Thomas) Mahn, Karen Lange, James F Lange, Grandchildren Catherine (Ryan) Boon, Rebecca (Tyler) Mahn Hawks, Andrew Mahn, Carolyn Mahn, Melinda (Evan) Feller, Kristen (Zachary) Rhodes, Kelly Lange, and four great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her sister Joan Strub, husband Jim, and grandson Michael Leung.
Carol received her education at the University of Illinois Champagne Urbana with a degree in education. She taught in Chicago for 6 years before moving to Milwaukee, WI, raising her family there for over 20 years. Then retired to Phoenix, AZ in 1974 where she lived to the end of her life. She worked for the Health Department of the State of Arizona.
She was active in her parishes of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church and Corpus Christi where she served as a Eucharistic Minister and Sodality member. She was a compassionate volunteer at St. Vincent DePaul. Her life was characterized by a devout Catholic faith.
She was an avid reader and active in the League of Women Voters and enjoyed world travel. She was a valued mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend, and neighbor. She will be greatly missed.
A Visitation will be held on Monday, January 7, 2019 from 9:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. with Funeral Service at 10:00 A.M. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix.
Tegan
I know you wouldn’t live forever but that doesn’t mean I will miss you any less. God speed Carol. Thank you for being my friend and for being such a fine example of living a life with grace through faith. Praying for peace for Carol’s family and friends.
Kimberly Lange
Carol was a graceful, witty lady until the end. “So… Tell me …” is how she started a lot of conversations. I will cherish all of the memories I have of her. To Jim, Karen and Joan – she may be gone physically, but your mom will always be in your heart. Be good to yourselves and each other during this difficult time.
Carmelita Madison
To Carol’s family, please accept my sincere condolences. May you find peace and comfort in the cherished memories of Carol.
Carol was a remarkable woman in my eyes. We were Vincentians at Corpus Christi Church. We occasionally had lunch together. I truly enjoyed our conversations and her company. Carol amazed me how she continued to actively volunteer for St. Vincent de Paul, visiting those in need, until she was 91! I often spoke of Carol to my other friends and family, using her as an awesome example of someone who lived their life to the fullest. Carol was sweet, thoughtful and pretty cool. I am so glad that I had the opportunity to have known such a wonderful person. She has made a difference in my life. ~Rest in peace my sweet friend.