Service Details
Private services will be held for Erma’s family.
Erma F. Langner, 98, passed away at her residence on April 20, 2021. She was born in Wilpen, PA, on February 11, 1923, daughter of the late James and Irmina (Née: Marozzi) Firmani.
Erma was united in marriage to the love of her life, Gustave A. Langner, on February 27, 1943, in Kenosha. Gus preceded her in death on November 20, 2014.
Erma was an amazing homemaker for her family. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Erma was a member of the Meadowbrook Congregation of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Erma leaves to cherish her memory, daughters, Cathlene (Tim) Havens of Quemado, NM, Joan Denney of Fishers, IN; son, Paul (Joann) Langner of Racine; 7 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; other relatives and dear friends too numerous to mention.
In addition to her parents and husband, Erma is preceded in death by 4 brothers; 3 sisters; and son-in-law, Jim Denney.
Private services will be held for Erma’s family.
The family would like to extend a heart-felt “Thank You” to the caregivers at Hospice Alliance and Parkview Gardens.
Susie Brown(Stoff), Marvin Brown, Tyana and Tye says
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Irma. I have many fond memories of both Irma and Gus as a young girl growing up with them in the South congregation and many more throughout the years. We also traveled with them in a group on a tour of the World Headquarters in New York which was such a pleasure and very enjoyable. More recently we saw Irma at a dear friend’s funeral and Irma was delightful as always. It was so good to see her! We treasure our memories of our dear sister and brother, her husband Gus, in the faith and look forward to being reunited with her in the near future in the resurrection right here on earth (Acts 24:15) It is our sincere hope that the family of Irma find comfort in the hope the Bible holds out to all of them.
With Christian Love,
The Brown Family
Northweston Witherspoon says
Think about the happy day ahead, when she comes back in the resurrection.
Perez family-Rick, Debbie and Tanner says
My condolences to the family- so heartbroken to hear of Erma’s death. She was truly a beautiful person inside and out! I had the privilege of meeting her when I was only 15 yrs old, when she studied the Bible with my mother- later with me. She was a dear friend for 45 yrs -My family and I will surely miss her, but look forward to seeing her and Gus again in the resurrection!
Michael and Rená Petersen says
Erma was such a special person. She always made you feel welcome in her home and her deep faith made a lasting impression on many, including me. Our heartfelt sympathies are with the family, we’re so very sorry for your loss.
Sheila Thompson-Harris says
My dearest Sister. As they say, You knew me before I knew myself! Can’t remember a time at the meeting, Assembly that I didn’t see you and Gus. You both were such a encouragement to me, I will never forget that. Rest now and it’s just a little wait longer. We will see you again. May Jehovah hold your family a little closer and longer, during this difficult time. ♥️♥️♥️
Anonymous says
My sincerest condolences to the family. I remember Bro./Sis. Langner growing up in Racine. We went to different Kingdom Halls but as a community we knew one another’s families. On a personal note: Paul, we went to school together and hung out many times as Seniors of Case High afterwards. When I was a guest at your house, your mother was always gracious and warm. She’d then ask us what are you guys up to? where were we going? Paul, when did you expect to get back? OMG, as teen-agers our answers was always “nothing and I don’t know”. Miss you pal.
Eddie and Lisa Ward says
Our deepest sympathies to all the family for your loss of Erma. Paul, you and your wife were wonderful caregivers to your mother for several years. My husband and I would see you taking your mom for visits from Parkview Gardens as we too were visiting my mother. Our family has known Gus and Erma for 30+ years. Gus preached to my Uncle Dick. (Richard Guy). He became a Jehovah’s Witness. As a result of Gus studying with him, all of my siblings, mother, step-dad, and all others we in-turn preached to, became Jehovah’s Witnesses. We learned about Jehovah and His wonderful hopes. We would visit your parents many times. Erma very proudly showed us her library in the basement of bibles and other religious material.
Erma and Gus also talked of their daughters and grandchildren with so much love!
They are both now in Jehovah’s memory who will remember “every” bit of their personalities… The resurrection to the paradise earth is indeed a GRAND hope that they both held dear to their hearts. They are both dearly missed.
John 5: 28 & 29
“Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out…”
C.HICKS says
I will remember Erma for a long time. She and he husband Guss were the cutest couple. Erma was always willing and very kind. I look forward to seeing her again.
Revelation 21:3,4
My condolences to the family
Brenda Allen says
My sincerest condolences to the family of Erma, such a sweet sweet ladie so loving and kind. Alway teaching and shareing her biblical hope! Loved this sister.