Jesse Wayne Lang, of Devine, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024. Jesse was born on September 21, 1938, to Carl Lester Lang and Essie Anderson Lang.
Jesse was known for his kind heart, gentle nature, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends.
Jesse was married to Jessie Lee Lang on March 21, 1969 in Aiken, South Carolina. They bought land and moved to outskirts of Devine in 1973. This is where they built a business, worked the land, and shared a life filled with love, laughter, and countless cherished memories until her passing in 2022.
Jesse was a man of quiet strength, patience, and integrity. Jesse was a dedicated husband, father of five, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather.
Jesse was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jessie Lee Lang; his parents, Carl Lester Lang and Essie Anderson Lang; his daughter, Carolyn Johnson; his sister, Sue Lang Tennison; and his brothers, Carrol Ray Lang, Franklin (Mack) Lang, Carlton Dail Lang, and Bobby Joe Lang.
He is survived by his sister Billie Faye Lang Glover. Jesse “Pawpaw” Lang will forever live on in the hearts of his sons, Scottie Lang and Robert Lang; his daughters, Mae Hyde and Vonnie Pruitt; and over 80 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren that will carry on his legacy of love and kindness.
A celebration of Jesse’s life will be held in the coming weeks. For information please contact family members.