of Fairfield Bay, AR
October 16, 1938 - October 2, 2023
Thomas Robert Lang was born on October 16, 1938 in Virginia, Minnesota, the first son of Leroy and Mabel (McDonough) Lang. He grew up in Hibbing, Minnesota and graduated from Hibbing High School in 1956. Tom attended Hibbing Junior College in Hibbing and Brown Institute in Minneapolis. He proudly served his country as a U.S. Marine for 3 years before meeting and marrying the love of his life, Bonita (Bonnie) Beckler in Mandan, North Dakota in 1965.
Tom started his career with Northwest Bell as a lineman in December 1962 and eventually became a manager in the accounting department before retiring in December 1995. After retiring, Tom and Bonnie moved to Fairfield Bay, Arkansas in May of 1996. Tom became active in the local community, serving as Membership Chairman of the Indian Hills Golf Association for three years. A longtime member of the Knights of Columbus, Tom joined the local K of C Chapter and served for 27 years in a variety of positions. Tom helped raise funds to build the Hart Center in Fairfield Bay and served on the Hart Center board for 15 years. He was also an active member in the American Legion serving as Treasurer.
Tom loved the outdoors and enjoyed the lake, golf and many outdoor activities. He coached multiple youth sports teams and was an active supporter of the Boy Scouts of America.
Tom made an indelible impact on everyone he met and will be deeply missed. He will always be remembered and cherished by his loving family; wife, Bonnie Lang of Fairfield Bay, AR; daughter, Amy Lang of Chicago, IL; son, Kevin Lang of Broomfield, CO; daughter, Kimberly (Ken) Bunnell of Gretna, NE; one brother and sister-in-law, Jim (Cindy) Lang of Troy, MI; one sister-in-law, Rosie (Jerry) Lang of Bloomington, MN; three grandchildren, KJ and Masyn Bunnell of Gretna, NE and Paige Zigtema of Kansas City, MO; one great-grandchild, Eli Zigtema of Kansas City, MO; one niece, Patti Lang and three nephews, David Lang, John Lang and Brian Lang.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Mabel Lang and his brother, Jerry Lang.
Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice in Tom's honor. Please visit www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clinton to share memories of Tom and sign the online guestbook.
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16 Condolence(s)
Joan and Frank Ryan
Thursday, October 19, 2023
There was only one Tom Lang. He was the best! He and Bonnie were a great couple and had a wonderful family. Will always remember those crazy days in Fargo and great to meet up with them again in Omaha. He will be so missed by many. Our sincerest sympathy to all. Love , the Ryans.
Bob Connell
Friday, October 13, 2023
Bonnie, Pamela and I keep you in our prays during this time.
Tom, was one of the easiest men to work with throughout the years, a true Ambassador for Fairfield bay... He will be missed by all.
Jeff and Shelley Moix
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Bonnie and family we are praying for your comfort. Tom was a respected true gentleman. Both of will miss him.
Steve Horton
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Bonnie, my prayers for you at this difficult time. I am sure he will be missed. It was such a pleasure to work with Tom when he served the Community Club on the board. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
Benny Graff
Monday, October 9, 2023
A respected man for the ages and a solid friend since our days in Elementary school in Hibbing. If he became involved with local groups and charities he gave his all and served as an example to those around him. He exemplified the solid citizen in all respects and did so with a smile and a helping hand for all. He will be missed by many and remembered forever by those of us who were touched by his kindness.
Sweet dreams “Ermaâ€
Chris Bunnell
Monday, October 9, 2023
Our deepest sympathies to you all. Sending prayers and love. Ken, Linda & Chris Bunnell
Sharon Robinson
Friday, October 6, 2023
Bonnie and family, praying for comfort and peace for each of you. I will always remember Tom’s warm smile and hugs. He was a wonderful gentle man and he will be missed. I hope Ron was there to greet him home. â¤ï¸ ðŸ™
Doug Wilkinson
Friday, October 6, 2023
Deepest sympathies to Kim Bunnell and entire family.
Peggy Mathis
Friday, October 6, 2023
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Deepest Sympathy, Bonnie, to you and your family.
Mary Urosevich
Thursday, October 5, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss! I have such great memories of you guys living across the street. I know that he will be greatly missed and hope that you can find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have with your father and husband.
Ken & Sandy Schuette
Thursday, October 5, 2023
It was a pleasure to know, work with, and share personal moments with Tom. He was an extraordinary individual!
Our Sincere Condolences to Bonnie & their Family.
Jack borovac
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
My great and good friend, a fine human , blessed ( or cursed) with a sharp, dry, wit!
His presence on this earth was solid! His absence will take a lot of adjustments! He will be sorel missed by all who knew him and by his wonderful family. We love you tom !
Semper Fi!
Tom Debbie harral
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
We are so saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He was an.azing neighbor.friend to us in Omaha on Westwood Lane. May God hold you in this time of sorrow. Hold close the memories as they.will sustain you. Our love thoughts prayers are with you. Tom Debbie Andrea Ryan Kristine Harral
Kevin Lang
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Mike &Kathy Macvittie
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
So many memories of great times with Bonnie and Tom! Friends for 40 years. He will be missed and so very glad we got to see him in early summer.
Always in our thoughts and prayers!!!
Jenny Shamburgrr
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Bonnie my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.