Vernon A. Rang

Vernon A. Rang, age 96, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away on Friday, May 3, 2013. He was born on November 4, 1916 to Charles and Augusta (Drafts) Rang in Toledo. For many years, Vernon managed several local grocery stores in the Toledo area. He truly enjoyed his work and it was important to him to be able to interact and serve the customers. During the blizzard of 1978, Vernon was proud of the fact that he was able to keep the grocery store open and operating. He was a devoted Toledo Mud Hens and Detroit Tiger's fan, an avid bowler and in his younger years was a champion ballroom dancer. Vernon was a former member of Grace Lutheran Church where he also had served as an usher.

He is survived by his step-son, Robert (Shirley) Carroll; step-granddaughters, Lisa (Jackie) Pyle and Tesha (Dustin) Towe; step-great-grandsons, Chad Whitacre and Colby Towe; many nieces and nephews and special friend, Gina. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Laura "Toni" (Relford) Rang and brothers, Earl and Clarence Rang.

The family will receive guests on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 from 4-8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419-381-1900). Funeral Services will begin in the funeral home on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in Historic Woodlawn Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Promedica Hospice.

Vernon's family would like to specially thank Dr. Donald Hickey and Jack for their compassion and care they provided. Also a special thanks to caregivers, Judy, Shelly, Nancy, Cindy, Cheri, Laura, Christine and Joanna.