So sad to lose such a wonderful priest. May he rest in peace.

Wonderful Priest My family and
I got to know Father Lang at St.
Mary's Church in Deal thank you
Father for taking care of us

I knew Father when he was Pastor at Holy Spirit, and I was honored to serve as attorney for the Parish on occasion. He was a truly gentle and genial man and one of the clients I most cherished representing. I regret that I did not know sooner so that I could have attended the services. My condolences and prayers to the family.

Father Lang was a junior at Hillside HS when I was a student teacher there in the English department. We kept in touch for several years and his letters were always uplifting and inspirational---and well-written, of course. I was not at all surprised when he told me of his plans to enter the priesthood. I knew he had the personality, warmth and understanding so important to a people's priest. He honored me by coming to my wedding and gifted us with a crucifix which still hangs in my home. I feel privileged to have had Len in my life and memories of him will stay in my heart forever.

We were privileged to know Father Lang when he served the Christian Community of St. Mary's School and Church where the children loved his sermons & time he gave them. Parishioners migrated to his exceptional manner of Communication & Compassion that all related to in their own personal way. Father Lang gave so much of himself to the Church and fostered Faith, Hope, and Love in all who crossed his path. There were not enough hours in the day for he worked at his vocation 24/7. I thank God he touched the lives of my family. The verse that comes to mind when I remember Father Leonard P. Lang Jr. is Revelation 14:13 "Then I heard a voice from heaven say, "Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on." "Yes," says the Spirit, "They will Rest from their Labor, for Their Deeds will Follow Them." He will always be remembered with Grateful Appreciation.
Sincerely Semper Fidelis,
Mrs. Lucille A. Petillo with Sons, Michael, David and Timothy Petillo

Father Lange married my husband and I back in 1986.Father was newly transfered to ur parish and our first meeting was just days before the wedding.Immediatly he put us at ease and set a wonderful tone for our life together.We have been truly blessed to have had Father Lange in our life.Our thoughts and prayers go out to Father Lange and his family.

Fr. Lang gave me a holy card shortly after his arrival at St. Leo's. It's message really spoke to me and I still have it in my Bible. May God bless his soul.

Sending blessings and prayers out to Father Langs family. He was a good priest to all of us at St. Mary's Church, Deal, NJ. God rest his soul. He is at peace. Sister Luke Dworschak

I knew "Lenny" from living in his boyhood home of Hillside, NJ. I will always remember his wonderful personality. He was fun to be around.

My sincere sympathy to his family.

Michael and entire family. My prayers are for your strength and his soul. He was a wonderful pastor at Holy Spirit. I especially remember his sense of humor. MizKiz

I am so sorry for your loss. Fr. Lang was a wonderful person. I loved talking with him. He had such a beautiful heart and devotion to our faith. I pray for his soul and for your family in this difficult time.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Father Lang. We knew him when he was assigned to St. Mary Church,Deal NJ.Our children attended St. Mary School and so knew him through the school and parish. We were so sorry to learn of his passing and hope he is now free of pain and suffering and resting well with our Lord in Heaven.Our Very Sincere sympathy, Eleanor & Ralph Williams & family

May You Rest In Peace.

May You Rest In Peace.