Kenneth Allen Lange of St. James, Missouri was born May 10, 1948 in Maries County, Missouri to Alva A. and Delores F. (Carter) Lange and passed away Friday, September 19, 2025 at the age of 77 years.
Upon graduating from John F. Hodge High School, he moved to Warrenton, Missouri in the mid-60s. He worked as a mechanic in the St. Louis area for most of his career.
Kenneth loved all sports, whether being involved in the games or watching sporting events on television. Along with being a sports enthusiast, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle across the countryside.
After retiring, he moved back to the family farm.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; and brother, David Lange.
He is survived by his cousins and friends.
Memorial service with full military honors was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
Kenneth donated his body to the Washington University body donor program to help further training and research in the medical field.
A memorial monument will be at the family plot at Hickory Grove Cemetery near Vichy, Missouri.
Arrangements under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Missouri.
