Edward Francis Lang

Edward Francis Lang, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 16th, 2025, at the age of 86. Ed was born on November 16th, 1939, in Baltimore, Maryland.

Ed was the devoted husband of Anna Marie Dyar Lang, with whom he shared 60 wonderful years of marriage since their union on September 18, 1965. Together, they raised a loving family, including their sons, Steve Lang and Mitchell Lang, along with his wife Jessica. Ed was also the proud grandfather of Ethan Lang, who brought immense joy to his life. Ed is survived by his sisters, Betty Sherlock (Bob), Carole Prawdzik (Tom), and Elaine Schott, as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James J. Lang and Marie Schaad Lang, his daughter, Dawn Lang, his brother, Jimmy Lang, and his brother-in-law, Ralph "Butch" Schott.

Graduate of Waterford High School, Ed went on to serve his country with honor in the Army Reserves for six years. He was a Chemical Operator at GE Plastics, from which he eventually retired. Ed was a farmer all of his life and after retirement, he really enjoyed farming with Todd Schott and Jack Eichmiller.

Abiding with his wishes, he has been cremated. A celebration of his life will be held at the Marietta Knights of Columbus Hall, 312 Franklin Street, on Sunday, January 11, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m. Private graveside services will be held at East Lawn Memorial Park.

Ed’s family would like to thank everyone at Cawley Hospice as well as Colt at Muskingum Skilled Nursing in Beverly, for their loving care.

The family is being served by Cawley & Peoples Funeral Home, who invite friends and family to offer online condolences and access additional resources by visiting their website at www.CawleyandPeoples.com or by following their Facebook page.