bsshog40 Posted October 23, 2022 Share Posted October 23, 2022 (edited) There is a thread ATS that David W Lange's cancer has slowed him down considerably and another that says he passed. Is this our notable DW Lange here? Soo sorry to hear this if so. Edited October 23, 2022 by bsshog40 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henri Charriere Posted October 23, 2022 Share Posted October 23, 2022 I hope not... his presence will be sorely missed. RonnieR131 and Hoghead515 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Coinbuf Posted October 23, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 23, 2022 Yes the thread ats is about Mr. Lange here at NGC, I think the member ats that mentioned his passing was a misunderstanding and more as a question. Best wishes to Mr. Lange and his family as he battles with cancer, I have never had the pleasure of meeting him in person but have always thought of him as a true gentleman, and amazing numismatist. I was hesitant to post this here but as it has now come up, this is from an email on the ANA advisory board that was posted ats: "My communication ability is limited by illness for now, My breast cancer has progressed to where it's affecting my brain. I'm unlikely to respond to most message, so please let my friends know that I'm otherwise viable and will be around for awhile. Share with anyone outside the company for now." Dave, David W. Lange Fenntucky Mike, Lem E, Hoghead515 and 12 others 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bsshog40 Posted October 23, 2022 Author Share Posted October 23, 2022 Thank you! My prayers go out and hopes for a conquer of this terrible disease! I have a few of Davids books courtesy of the old NGC trivia days. Hoghead515 and RonnieR131 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post The Neophyte Numismatist Posted October 23, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 23, 2022 Prayers for David and his family. Hoghead515, GoldFinger1969 and RonnieR131 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lem E Posted October 23, 2022 Share Posted October 23, 2022 Wishing the best for Mr. Lange and his family. RonnieR131 and Hoghead515 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Walkerfan Posted October 23, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 23, 2022 He is an intelligent, classy gentleman. Such a credit to the hobby. Prayers for his recovery!! RonnieR131, Hoghead515 and rrantique 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MarkFeld Posted October 23, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 23, 2022 Posted a short time ago by “Shamika” on the PCGS forum: “i just got off the phone with Dave. As he said, news of his demise have been greatly exaggerated although his health is still a major concern. He said he has closed his eBay store and is discontinuing much/all of his writing (including email) until his health improves. I'm certainly praying for him.” bsshog40, Hoghead515, rrantique and 4 others 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Hoghead515 Posted October 23, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 23, 2022 Prayers for Mr Lange. Wishing the best for him and his family. RonnieR131, Ali E. and Walkerfan 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post gmarguli Posted October 23, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 23, 2022 Very sad news and I wish him the best and a speedy recovery. Every interaction I've ever had with him (usually dropping off a submission at a show), he's always been nice and friendly. Ali E., Hoghead515, Walkerfan and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post J P M Posted October 24, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2022 Sad to hear. David has always been a big contributor to this site. I will be praying for him and his family. RonnieR131, Walkerfan, Ali E. and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post “” Posted October 24, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2022 Prayers for him and his family. Hoghead515, Walkerfan, RonnieR131 and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldFinger1969 Posted October 24, 2022 Share Posted October 24, 2022 (edited) He is a wonderful contributor here at these forums and although I have never met him all here who have insist he is a first-class genteleman. Prayers for David, I hope he focuses on his health and then is able to resume his normal activities and wonderful posts here at NGC Forums. Edited October 24, 2022 by GoldFinger1969 Hoghead515 and Ali E. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post zadok Posted October 24, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2022 ...David Lange is the definition of the class act...i have known him for several years n have had several interactions with him both in person n via the internet, always the professional n always attentive to the issues being discussed n proactive in his assessments...without equivocation, the foremost numismatic researcher n author on this forum, his efforts n works actually contribute immeasurably to the hobby especially in the variety plus area of NGC n his other areas of numismatic research...Godspeed in ur recovery David.... Hoghead515, Ali E., Henri Charriere and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Bob Posted October 24, 2022 Share Posted October 24, 2022 We are all pulling for you, David. I hope you can feel all of the prayers, good thoughts and well wishes being sent your way. Hoghead515 and Ali E. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
physics-fan3.14 Posted October 24, 2022 Share Posted October 24, 2022 That really sucks! My roommate was recently diagnosed with cancer, so I'm becoming familiar with the struggles. Best wishes to the Lange family, for a full recovery and ease of any pain. Ali E. and Hoghead515 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrock Posted October 24, 2022 Share Posted October 24, 2022 He is in my prayers. Wish him the best. Hoghead515 and Ali E. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tj96 Posted October 24, 2022 Share Posted October 24, 2022 Dave has always been professional and helpful. God hear our prayers. Ali E. and Hoghead515 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamWL Posted October 24, 2022 Share Posted October 24, 2022 Wishing him the best! Hoghead515 and Ali E. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post VKurtB Posted October 25, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2022 We’re losing way too many of the good ones in this field. Hang in there, David. The field needs you. zadok, Hoghead515 and Ali E. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrantique Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 Always helpful and informative. Prayers for you and your family David. Ali E. and Hoghead515 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Oldhoopster Posted October 25, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2022 Ive been battling stage 4 Colon cancer for the last year. The chemo side effects can be much worse than the cancer. I really hope Dave's problems are chemo related and not due to the cancer spreading. At least with chemo, you have a chance, but the side effects really hurt the quality of life Dave, wish you all the best with my prayers. I think I know what your going through and I know it's difficult. Be strong and fight this the best that you can. zadok, GoldFinger1969, Rod D. and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Hoghead515 Posted October 25, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2022 On 10/25/2022 at 2:15 PM, Oldhoopster said: Ive been battling stage 4 Colon cancer for the last year. The chemo side effects can be much worse than the cancer. I really hope Dave's problems are chemo related and not due to the cancer spreading. At least with chemo, you have a chance, but the side effects really hurt the quality of life Dave, wish you all the best with my prayers. I think I know what your going through and I know it's difficult. Be strong and fight this the best that you can. Ive been praying for you also my friend. Hope everything goes well for you. Cancer has been very hard on our family. I know what kind of time your going through from loved ones who have been battling it. Hang in there. GoldFinger1969, Rod D., Oldhoopster and 2 others 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tj96 Posted January 4, 2023 Share Posted January 4, 2023 Any updates on Dave? GoldFinger1969 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VKurtB Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 On 1/4/2023 at 4:32 PM, tj96 said: Any updates on Dave? I’ve been too afraid to ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tj96 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Hmmmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Errorists Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Sad to hear that. He's actually given advice to me a couple of times here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkFeld Posted January 16, 2023 Share Posted January 16, 2023 I'm deeply saddened to report I've been told by a friend at NGC that David passed away last night. My condolences go out to his friends, family and loved ones. GoldFinger1969, Hoghead515, zadok and 1 other 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tj96 Posted January 16, 2023 Share Posted January 16, 2023 Damn!! 😭 🥲 RIP Dave. : ( Hoghead515 and GoldFinger1969 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bsshog40 Posted January 16, 2023 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 16, 2023 My sincerest condolences go out to his family and friends. A great loss to the numismatic world for sure! RIP Hoghead515, GoldFinger1969, rrantique and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...