Joyce Lange

August 22, 1929 - October 8, 2024

Joyce Lange, 95, of West Lafayette, passed away peacefully on Oct 8th. She was born August 22, 1929, in Lebanon, Indiana to the late Frank and Juanita Wade.

Joyce graduated from Lebanon High School and received a Bachelor’s degree from Ball State Teacher’s College. She married Charles R. Lange on March 28,1953. Charles passed away January 2015.

Joyce was a longtime member of Chi Omega sorority, and an active member of Tri Kappa, PEO, and Federated Church. In her early career Joyce taught 3^rd grade elementary school. After raising her children, she served as Wabash Township Assessor for 10 years and then was elected in 1994 to the Wabash Township Board, serving for 12 years.

She was an avid sports fan and golf was her lifelong passion, achieving three hole-in-ones. She also loved the game of Bridge, attending “Bridge Camp” and making new lifelong friends along the way. Above all, Joyce loved any time spent with her family, especially her seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She is survived by her three children: Wade (Candi), Tom (Nancy) and Ann (Tom).

The family is planning a small graveside service. Those who wish to make a memorial gift may donate to Federated Church of West Lafayette, or Chio Omega sorority.

Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc.

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Joyce Lange, 95, of West Lafayette, passed away peacefully on Oct 8th. She was born August 22, 1929, in Lebanon, Indiana to the late Frank and Juanita Wade. Joyce graduated from Lebanon High School and received a Bachelor’s degree from Ball State Teacher’s College. She married Charles R. Lange on March 28,1953. Charles passed awayContinue Reading

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Matt Lange - thanks for responding. I bet that was a fun place to visit! Take care. Liza

Liza - I’m so glad you commented. I’m Joyce’s grandson and I was about 17 when they sold that house. I will always remember that house fondly. Going “golf-ball hunting” in the woods, tractor rides, and sneaking on the course to play a few holes with Grandma and Grandpa will always be remembered!

To the family of Joyce Lange. I worked with your mother. She was so kind and all she talked about was you and your family. She was an amazing women. Her quilts are beautiful and she always told me who the were made for. May she rest in peace.

Dear Wade and family, So sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Please accept my condolences for your loss. Richard Ismail

My Prayers are with you. Great wife, mother, grandmother. And of course, friend to all who's paths crossed with your wonderful mom.

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Hello, My name is Carol Fowler and I live in Calgary Alberta, Canada. My father, Charles Yauch was a cousin of Chuck Lange and, in 2012 Joyce and Chuck welcomed me and my sister, Barbara Lees into their home. We wanted to visit our dad’s birthplace and , along with Ruby Thompson and her family, we received the royal treatment . I have fond memories of being served ice cream for breakfast, playing dominoes and meeting with a grandson who looked at me in awe and announced that he’d never met a Canadian! Joyce was a warm and welcoming hostess. I’m sure she will be missed. With sincere condolences, Carol Fowler

22 years ago I met Joyce and Chuck when I bought their home. They had created a very cozy, special home tucked into the woods and I loved it immediately. After moving in, I discovered golf stuff everywhere. Golf wallpaper border, golf ball coat hooks, small golf clubs in a wreath, it was definitely the theme. And the house sits on a golf course. One thing they were sad about was not being able to take the grandkids for rides in the riding mower trailer through the woods. I still enjoy the daffodils that Joyce planted along the woods. I have thought about them many, many times. My condolences to the family. Sincerely, Liza Braunlich

My sincere sympathy to your family. Joyce was a lovely and sincere person who I will remember fondly.

Rip Joyce. I will miss u so much. I’m glad I got to hug u and tell u I love u on Sunday. Ur no longer in pain and now u can rest. I will miss u and u made a great impact on my life. Love u Joyce. ❤️❤️

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