Daniel Milton Lange

life story

Following his 10 year journey through Alzheimer’s, Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s, Dan passed away peacefully on August 17, 2024. Dan was born on Aug 2, 1947 in Winona, MN to Effie & David (aka Woody) Lange. Dan is survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda, and three sons, Mark, Brian and Scott as well as his three brothers, Doug, Dave and Dwight and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Dan graduated from Winona High in 1965 and joined the Navy in 1966. He served on two aircraft carriers duringthe Viet Nam War: The USS Hornet & USS Kitty Hawk, both deployed to Viet Nam. The glowing citations Dan received from his superiors reflect the pride he took in carrying out his responsibilities, his innovative efficiencies and his positive attitude. Dan reflected those same caring qualities throughout his life.

Dan married Linda Paffrath on June 5, 1971. He owned the Clark Oil Station in Winona until accepting a District Manager position with Clark Oil in 1972, moving to Bloomington, MN. Dan joined Northwest Airlines in 1986 and continued working there until his retirement in 2013.

Dan enjoyed playing baseball in his youth and golf throughout his life and watching nearly every sport on TV.

We would like to thank the amazing team at The Moments of Lakeville Memory Care which has become our family for the past 6 years. We would also like to thank Minnesota Hospice for their amazing care, support and guidance throughout this journey. A memorial service will be held at Fort Snelling on October 10 at 12:30 with a luncheon following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to your favorite charity. Crescent Tide Cremation Services has been wonderful with making the arrangements with Fort Snelling.

memorial service

Memorial Service

October 10, 2024

Fort Snelling National Cemetery 7601 34th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55450, USA

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Crescent Tide Cremation Services