Carl "Joe" J. Lange, Jr.

Carl J. “Joe” Lange Jr. age 63 passed away unexpectedly on February 7, 2024 at TriStar Skyline Medical Center in Nashville TN. He was born on May 25, 1960 in Watertown, WI. to Carl J.T. Sr. and Arlene (Ward) Lange. Joe was a lifelong resident of Fort Atkinson, WI. He attended Fort Atkinson High School. On October 21, 2017, he was united in Marriage to Melissa Nelson. Joe was a dedicated Truck Driver for W&A Distribution Services, Inc. of Fort Atkinson for 33.5 years. He has over 1.7 million miles logged during his career. He was very proud of his safe driving record of 32.5 years without an accident. Joe was happiest when he was relaxing and enjoying the simpler things in life. He enjoyed watching movies and gambling (especially scratch-offs). Joe was always willing to lend a hand and help others in their time of need. Joe is survived by his parents Carl and Arlene Lange of Fort Atkinson, WI. Wife Melissa Nelson of Fort Atkinson, WI. Son Corey Lange of Jefferson, WI. Daughter Kayla Doucette of Cottage Grove, WI. Stepson Benjamin Pawlowski of Fargo, ND. Four grandchildren Archer Denault-Lange, Hailey Doucette, William Doucette, and Kyler Pawlowski. He is further survived by his brother Jeffrey (Diana Bush) Lange Brooklyn, WI. Sister Kimberly (Mark) Gang Harshaw, WI. The mother of his children Jodi Lange of Fort Atkinson, WI. As well as many other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Joe’s life will begin at 4:00pm on Saturday March 02, 2024 at American Legion Post 166 Hall 201 S. Water Street Fort Atkinson, WI. Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.nitardyfuneralhome.com