Benny Lang

   Benny Lang, 95, of Belleville, IL, formerly of Oakdale, IL born Feb. 22, 1931, in Mascoutah, IL died May 21, 2026, at his home.

   Benny was a retired custodian from Freeburg Elementary School and was a member of Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church in Freeburg. Benny was a United States Army and Korean War veteran.

   He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Lillie Ann, nee Pearce, Lang, a daughter, Vicki Robison.

   He is survived by his wife, Gloria, nee Ropos, Lang; five children, Debbie Clark or Belleville, IL, Bruce Lang of Oakdale, IL, Pamela (Brent) Piel of Red Bud, IL, Steven (Michelle) Lang of Belleville, IL, Brian (fiancé Melissa Roach) Lang of Belleville, IL; eight grandchildren, Jason and Kyle McCarron, Connor and Hannah Piel, Faith and Gabriel Lang, Breanna and Blake Robison; four great grandchildren, Isabelle, Madison, Logan, and Cora Mae; also survived by nieces and nephews.

   In lieu of all other gifts, memorials may be made to Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church Building Fund, 612 N. State St, Freeburg, IL 62243. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting mollfuneralhome.com.

   VISITATION: From 4 to 6 PM Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church in Freeburg, IL.

   FUNERAL: A funeral service will be held at 6 PM Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the church with Pastor Adam Hiles officiating. Burial with military honors will be held at 11:30 AM Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, MO.