Richard Stange

RICHARD ALLEN STANGE of Claresholm, beloved husband of Lorraine Stange, passed away in Claresholm on Thursday, July 19, 2012 at the age of 68 years. He is the loving father of: Shelley (Kevin) Needham - Kayla and Jessie; Marty (Juanita) Stange - Amy and Cody; Jenny (Thornton) Root - Philip, AJ, Chet, Levi, Jeff, Chris, and Steven; Lorna (Rob) King - Jordan and Dylan. He is survived by his siblings: Arnold (Shirley), Herbert, Donna (George) Leggett; brother-in-law Sheldon (Miriam) Selk; sister-in-law Loretta Oler; and numerous nieces and nephews. Allen is predeceased by his parents, John and Cora. He was born and raised in Claresholm, and saw all of North America through a windshield. He loved camping and spending time with his grandchildren, and spent many hours in his wood shop. Allen made many miles, and made many friends. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Friends may meet the family on Sunday, July 22, 2012 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, CLARESHOLM CHAPEL, or prior to the funeral service at the church on Monday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, July 23, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the LDS Claresholm Chapel, with Bishop Royce Woodruff officiating. Interment to follow in the Stirling Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to STARS, Box 570, 1441 Aviation Park NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8M7.

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