John Cange

Mr. John “John-boy” Cange died in St. Charles, MO on November 18th, 2016 at the age of 65.

John is survived by his wife of 42 years Elizabeth Cange (Gray); children, Lorri Cange (Sara), Scott Cange (Mary Jo); brother Kenneth Cange Jr. (Pat), sister Mary Zelenski (Joe). He is preceded in death by his mother Virginia and father Kenneth Cange.

John was born in East St. Louis, Illinois, on October 2nd, 1951, to Virginia (Fahrner) Cange and Kenneth Cange. John was a generous man who loved his family and who was passionate about aerospace.

A funeral is scheduled for 11 am on November 22nd, at Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The American Cancer Fund; https://www.americancancerfund.org/donation-options/donate-online/.

The family would like to thank the nurses, therapist and physicians at St. Joseph Medical Center in St. Charles for the care they provided to John and family.

16 Comments

  1. Ted-0 on November 19, 2016 at 9:25 pm

    It breaks my heart to know Johnny is gone. He was a dear friend and even though I did not see him often, I will miss him. To Liz, Lorri, and Scott my thoughts and prayers are with you.



  2. Mary Lou Davis on November 20, 2016 at 4:12 am

    Neighbors for a time. Friends forever.

    The Cange family is the best of everything in this world. John and Liz created a legacy everyone would be proud to claim.

    John will be missed by everyone that knew him.

    Prayers for John and family.



  3. Jennifer Schenk Murray on November 20, 2016 at 9:33 am

    We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all with love. The Schenk and Murray famies.



  4. Barry Parsons on November 20, 2016 at 9:54 am

    The Parsons family sends love and peace to you and your family during this difficult time.



  5. Pat Flachbart on November 20, 2016 at 4:10 pm

    Liz, Lorri and Scott. The news of Johns death comes as a complete surprise. We are so sorry to hear this. We think of all of you often and remember lots of great times together. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Sincerely Pat and Dick



  6. Kristi Butcher on November 20, 2016 at 11:10 pm

    Cange family: I’m so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you all. John was a great family man and was always warm and welcoming during my CMSU days with Lorri, making me feel like part of the family. Please know your family is in my thoughts.



  7. Marty Boevingloh on November 21, 2016 at 7:38 am

    John and I would always talk at work about his airplane and Oshkosh. I always liked working with John and this is a truly a sad day. My condolences to his family.
    Marty



  8. Karen Kelsey on November 21, 2016 at 8:54 am

    Dear Scott,
    I am so very sorry for the loss of your father, Scott. I didn’t know him, but I’m certain you hold many of his qualities…kindness, intelligence and the ability to energize those around him.
    My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
    My deepest condolences,
    Karen Kelsey



  9. American Cancer Fund on November 21, 2016 at 9:00 am

    The staff of the American Cancer Fund® at http://www.AmericanCancerFund.org is sorry to hear of John’s passing. We have received memorial donations in his name and our sincere condolences go out to his family.



  10. Dan Bevilacqua on November 21, 2016 at 9:24 am

    Scott,

    I’m so sorry to hear about your father. Please know you (and your entire family) are in our prayers.



  11. Don Burns on November 21, 2016 at 10:54 am

    Very sad news to hear about John’s passing. I worked with John for a good decade and it was a true pleasure. John will be greatly missed. My condolences and prayers are for John and the family.

    – Don Burns



  12. Mary (Pilla) Baniak on November 21, 2016 at 11:08 am

    Lizzy, My heart goes out to you and your family. I am shocked and so sorry you lost John Boy. I know he meant the world to all of you. He was such a good man!
    He often shared pictures of your grandchildren with me. When he retired in March of 2015 he told me to look on FACEBOOK for pictures of the kids. He was so proud of his family and made it obvious how much he loved all of you. My heart hurts for you.
    May God carry you through this horrific loss. God Bless you!



  13. Mary Foster on November 21, 2016 at 2:57 pm

    Liz,
    I am very sorry to hear that John has passed away. I appreciated his wry sense of humor. My condolences to you and your family.
    Mary



  14. Jesse Schwartzman on November 23, 2016 at 10:42 am

    I had the privilege of working with John for many years. He was a man of integrity and resolve. May his memories be a source of guidance and inspiration for the extended Cange family, for generations to come. Peace and comfort to all of you during this difficult time.



  15. Kelly Brosnan on December 9, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    Scott – I’m sorry to learn of the sudden passing of your father. You and your entire family, especially your mother, are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you rely on your faith, family and friends during this difficult time and the future. God bless you.



  16. Iris (straus)Dus on January 21, 2017 at 12:30 pm

    Liz I am so sorry to hear about your husband(John). Even though we haven’t been in touch I know the loss is hard. My prayers are with you and our family Always Iris



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