"On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere condolences on Harold's passing. You and your loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers. We are forever grateful for Harold's service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our Brother of the Phin we say, "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country." "Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way." 2 Thess 3:16. Harold Michael Lang MOMM3(SS), US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol. Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate. Bill Dixon, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI. "
In loving memory of
Harold M. Lang
December 29, 1924 - September 15, 2017
Incredible Dad, Beloved Grandpa, Great Grandpa, WWII Sub Vet & Friend.
Age 92 of Forest Lake, formerly of St. Paul went to be with the Lord on September 15, 2017, while surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by wife, Dolores; son, Jeff; parents, Charles & Franceska Lang; stepmother, Elizabeth Lang; sister, Carolyn. Survived by children, Michael (Gayle) Lang, Barb (Bill) Reynolds, Jean (David) Swanson, Ken (Lori) Lang, Kurt (Jean) Lang, Lisa (Kerry) Johnson; daughter-in-law; Deb Lang; 11 grandchildren, Dawn (Nick) Krautkremer, Krista (Brad) Lange, Aaron Lang, Becky (Matt) Lindberg, Ryan Lang, Douglas Lang, Kevin (Emily) Lang, Kristine (Brent) Erickson, Laura Lang (Joe Chilson), Matthew (Megan) Johnson, Elizabeth (Tad) Norris; 14 great grandchildren, Grace, Emily, & James Krautkremer, Alana & Ava Lang, Taylor & Jacob Lindberg, Finley & Hazel Johnson, Jack & Ben Erickson, Averi Lang, Cora Lange, Ellie Norris; many other relatives & friends.
Harold can be remembered for his service to our country as a WWII sub vet on the USS Besugo, as a member of the Knights of Columbus, and the American Legion Post 225. He also served as State Commander of the MN Submarine Veterans. He worked in the printing trade for 47 years and was a life-long member of the Pressmen's Union.
Visitation 4-8 PM Wednesday, September 20th at Roberts Family Life Celebration Home, 555 SW Centennial Drive, Forest Lake. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Thursday September 21st, with visitation one hour prior at The Church of St. Peter, 1250 South Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Interment, Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Tributes
"On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Harold's military service to our nation in the Navy under the sea and to veterans as one of our members. He was a great guy who I enjoyed visiting."