Lange Funeral Home

Lange Funeral Home, also known as Thomas Lange Funeral Home, has been a cornerstone of compassionate care in Centerville, Iowa, since its founding in 1934. Established by Hank Johnson, who learned the trade from his father Eurus Johnson at the family funeral home in Exline, Iowa, the business opened its first location on the site where a Kentucky Fried Chicken now stands before relocating to its current address at 1900 South 18th Street. With nearly a century of dedicated service, Lange Funeral Home has earned the trust of families throughout Appanoose County and the surrounding communities, including Rathbun, Numa, Livingston, Walnut City, Garfield, Brazil, Dean, Iconium, Chariton, Graysville, Lemons, Mendota, Munterville, Cambria, Sewal, West Grove, New York, Bethlehem, Avery, and Hiteman.

The funeral home offers a comprehensive range of services designed to honor each life uniquely. Families can choose from traditional burial services, cremation options, memorial ceremonies, and graveside services. The staff works closely with each family to personalize every detail, from selecting flowers, music, and displays to finding the perfect setting for a service—even bringing a lifelong farmer home to his backyard for a meaningful tribute. An on-site chapel provides a convenient and comfortable space for visitations and services, and the facility is fully wheelchair accessible with dedicated parking for those with mobility needs.

Understanding that planning ahead can bring peace of mind, Lange Funeral Home offers pre-planning services that allow individuals to document their final wishes, lock in current pricing for certain services, and relieve their loved ones of difficult decisions during a time of grief. For immediate-need arrangements, the compassionate team responds with urgency and empathy, often coordinating logistics, paperwork, and cemetery or clergy involvement the same day. The funeral home also assists with obituary creation, guestbook management, and online memorials, helping families tell their loved one’s life story with dignity.

Lange Funeral Home is committed to serving all families regardless of faith or tradition, respecting the customs and values important to each household. Operating Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM, the staff is available by phone at (641) 856-2000 or in person at 1900 South 18th Street. Whether navigating an unexpected loss or planning ahead, families can rely on Lange Funeral Home for professional, heartfelt guidance during life’s most difficult moments.