Robert Lange

Robert James Lange, of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2018 at the Hope Hospice in Cape Coral, Florida, in the arms of his loving family. Robert was born in Baltimore, Maryland on July 17, 1924 to John Adam Lange and Clara Emma Frick. He was one of five brothers; Paul, Albert, Jack and William and one sister, Elizabeth. Robert was the last surviving sibling.

Robert grew up on Jackson Street in Baltimore, graduating from Mount St. Joseph’s High School in 1942. While in high school he became an accomplished swimmer and diver; skills he would carry over into the army and later the University of Maryland. He enrolled at University of Maryland in 1942. After only one semester he answered the call of duty reporting to Ft. Meade in March of 1943. Robert served honorably in the army but, unfortunately, was seriously wounded in the ankle requiring many months of hospitalization. The wound ended his military career, but earned him a purple heart.

After his discharge Robert reenrolled in the University of Maryland and became very active on the swimming and diving teams and the inter-fraternity council. After graduating with a degree in Business he began working for Blue Cross/Blue Shield. After a few years, he took a job with the federal government spending many years with the Department of the Navy. He retired as a Weapons Systems Analyst.

Robert married Trula Johnson in 1952 and together they raised four daughters; Mary Louise, Karen Ann, Barbara Jean and Donna Marie. Robert and Trula spent 27 loving years together before Trula passed away in 1979. He moved to Florida, where he lived the remainder of his life. In 1981 he married Pat Cincotta. They were married for 35 years when Pat passed away in 2016.

Robert had an unending love for his family and was strong in his faith. He enjoyed swimming, diving, golf, cards and spending time with his family and friends. He also loved to dance and music of any kind moved his soul. He was known to burst into song at any time. Robert loved life and remained happy and optimistic throughout his life.

He will always be remembered by his family as a loving father and grandfather who taught them patience, kindness, love and respect. He passed on a joy and zest for life. He was a role model on how to act and treat others. He was truly a beacon of light and inspiration for those he touched.

Robert leaves behind his daughters Mary, Karen, Barbara and Donna and their spouses Kenneth, Michael, Richard and Jeff. His grandchildren include Steven (Shannon), David, Katie (LaMonte), Sarah (Kevin), Emily (Jon), Dash (Stephanie), Daniel, Janell (David) and Matthew (Meghan). He also has seventeen great grandchildren: Carter, Jordan, Kiley, Reeann, Rhea, Ava, Caeleb, Dean, Carson, Ty, Caroline, Riley, Sarah, Ellie, Abby, Kennedy, and Jason .

Robert’s life will be celebrated with a Holy Mass at St. Columbkille Catholic Church, Fort Myers, Florida, at 10:30 on July 27, 2018. A reception will follow in the Edison Room at Cypress Cove Retirement Community at noon.

In the end . . . . He fought the good fight. He finished the race. He kept the faith.