Service Information
Randy C. Lange, husband of Amy, age 61, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at his home in Hutchinson.
Funeral Service will be held Monday, October 30, 2023, 1:00 P.M., at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, with interment in Oakland Cemetery in Hutchinson.
Visitation will be held Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 4:00-7:00 P.M., at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Memorials Preferred.
Obituary
Randy Charles Lange was born on July 6, 1962, in Olivia, Minnesota. He was the son of Arvid and Dorothy (Hicks) Lange. Randy was baptized as an infant and confirmed in his faith as a youth, both at First Lutheran Church in Hector, Minnesota. He received his education in Hector and was a graduate of Hector High School Class of 1980. He continued his education at Willmar Area Vocational Technical Institute studying auto body and then began his long career in this profession. Randy served on the Stewart Fire Department for 12 years.
Randy had a passion for all things auto and was very meticulous about his work. Randy was employed at Minnesota Inboard Watersports for 22 years and was the sole senior fiberglass and gel coat restoration technician. Those who knew Randy well, knew he was devoted to his customers. Since 1990, Randy also maintained his own business, painting at his shop in Stewart for many of his friends, family and others. Randy was our first distress call, and he was always there for the challenge and mostly the story of what happened.
Randy had a real connection with music and could tell you almost anything about a singer, song or name that tune. Randy was a big fan of talk radio and was up on all current and historic events. If asked, he was happy to share his knowledge and opinion!
Randy had three children with his first marriage. Brett, Drew and Tate began the center of his life and brought him great happiness. It’s been said that Randy could still beat them in shooting baskets; he was a legend in his own mind! The circle became complete when he met Amy Erdman in 2000. On March 16, 2012, Randy was united in marriage to Amy at the Ocean Blue in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Randy and Amy resided in Hutchinson, Minnesota and shared 11 years of marriage.
Randy and Amy had many shared interests. Camping was where it all began with NASCAR races in Michigan, Kansas City and Iowa; drag races in Las Vegas and Brainerd; later with family in Lanesboro and in Alexandria. Summer also brought enjoyment in motorcycling with family and friends with trips to Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, South Dakota, Tennessee Tail of the Dragon, Wisconsin, and the dreaded metal bridge in Iowa. Winter included snowmobiling with the guys and Amy. Randy was always in for a road trip and a “bite to eat”. Though Randy liked spending time with friends, he loved visiting breweries with his wife and a favorite was in Perham, Minnesota, Disgruntled: “Grumpy is Good”, cheers to Randy!
Randy passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family in Hutchinson on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at the age of 61. We were honored to call him husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle and friend, and we will miss him dearly. Blessed be his memory.
Randy is survived by his:
Wife, Amy Lange;
Son, Drew Lange, his wife Elizabeth and Grandson, Marchal;
Son, Tate Lange, his fiancé Hannah;
Brother, Keith Lange, his wife Lynn and daughters, Nicole and Kacie and their families;
Twin Brother, Ronny Lange, his special friend Sandy Walker;
Mother, Dorothy Zenner;
Father-In-Law, Wendell Erdman, his wife Joy;
Brothers-In-Law, Ryan Erdman, his wife Sarah, Josh Erdman, his wife, Diane and children, Caleb, Nora and Selah;
Many Other Relatives and Special Friends.
Randy is preceded in death by his Grandparents, Roy and LaVern Lange, Temple and Eleanor Hicks; Father, Arvid Lange; Mother-In-Law, Beverly Erdman; and Son, Brett Lange.
Lorri Kulberg-Kempton says
My sincere condolences on the loss of Randy. My prayers of comfort to your family.
Tom Specht says
Known randy for 47 years. Lots of memories being out at the farm he grew up on, tearing cars, pickups, whatever apart. Rebuilding, re-doing, listening to rush, Ted nugent, and of course KISS!!! rest in peace my friend. You’re pain is gone now. Again, rest in peace
Jerry and Michele Ebert says
Amy we are so sorry to hear this. Sending prayers
Mary Bradley says
My deepest sympathy to Randy’s family and friends. Our high school class have had many great memories and laughs together and, believe me when I say, Randy will be missed. Rest in peace, my friend~
Kim Dean Rasmussen says
So sorry to hear about Randy! You were a neighbor, friend and classmate! So many of my childhood memories were shared with you! My earliest memory was feeding baby lambs bottles of milk with your grandma! Know she is cooking you the best meal! Praying for comfort for your family!
Mike & Sue Moe says
Amy,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. We know how you loved your Randy. So sorry. Bless you and God is with you.
Sandra Walker says
We miss you already. I’m glad your at peace now. Many will miss you. You can probably catch up with your dad and son, now. May God’s mercy be upon you. We’ll see you someday again. Love you lots, Randy.
Trevor & Krystal Evans says
Amy & family-
We are so sorry to hear about Randy. Please know we are thinking of you at this hard time.
Beth Kilian says
So saddened to hear my classmate Randy passed. Fond memories growing up with the Lange twins. My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Randy’s entire family.
Beth (Hauer) K.
AJ and Jessica Forcier says
Thoughts and prayers to Randy’s family! My husband and I have had the pleasure of working with Randy for years. He was a master at his craft. Such a kind person and it was a pleasure to know him.
Sincerely,
AJ and Jessica Forcier
Vince & Tifanie Shimanski says
Randy was a great friend and co-worker for many years. We had so many great conversations about so many things. Some days we would talk for hours about things we were so passionate about. He was no doubt one of the best of all time. He will be missed by so many!
Glad you are at peace now my friend! Until we meet again…
Lisa Keaveny says
Amy and family, sending love and prayers of peace and comfort to you. So sorry for your loss
Charlie and Kim Schimmelpfennig says
Amy and family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Sharon Fank Midtling says
Amy and family, So sorry to hear of your loss of Randy. May you all be comforted by the many great memories you have. Sharon (Fank) Midtling
Ross Hanson says
Randy was a good person! My Sympathy to the family!!
Dan & Marilyn Serbus says
So sorry to hear about Randy, another classmate gone to soon. I have many fun memories from school. Sending our deepest sympathy, hugs and prayers for healing to your entire family.
Deb Adams, Orlando, FL says
Amy and family,
My sincere sympathy to you all during this very difficult time. I pray the memories will help guide you all during your grieving time. Cancer “sucks” … I know all too well. Rest In Peace, Randy