Mrs. Lessie Mae Zanders Lango of 517 Whitehall Street, Vienna, Georgia, died on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at her residence.

The funeral service will be held on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM in the sanctuary of St. Mark Baptist Church in Vienna, Georgia.  The burial will follow at the Vienna City Cemetery in Vienna, Georgia.

Our beloved Lessie Mae Zanders Lango entered the world in Vienna, Georgia, on March 12, 1939, the first child of John R. Rump and Sallie Mae Haugabrook Childs. As the eldest of five siblings, Lessie embraced her role with grace and responsibility, setting the foundation for a life dedicated to others.

Lessie's educational journey began at Vienna High Industrial School, where she cultivated a strong work ethic that would guide her throughout her diverse career. She contributed her skills and dedication at Warner Robins Air Force Base and later ventured into roles at a sewing factory, Tyson Foods, and domestic service. Her varied work experience showcased her versatility and commitment to excellence.

Upon retiring, Lessie found her true calling in caring for others, extending her compassion to both children and the elderly. Her nurturing spirit made her a cherished figure in the lives of many, leaving a lasting impact on those she cared for.

In her later years, Lessie embraced the role of an inspirational messenger, sharing daily uplifting messages from her cell phone. Her words brought comfort and motivation to family, friends, and anyone fortunate enough to receive them, earning her admiration and gratitude from all corners.

Lessie found immense joy in simple pleasures—cooking, cleaning, and shopping. She had a keen sense of style and believed in presenting herself with dignity and confidence, a testament to her self-respect and elegance. Her radiant smile, combined with her kindness and generosity, endeared her to everyone she met.

Lessie's earthly journey concluded on June 11, 2026. She is   preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roy Lango, her grandson Jarrett Lango, her twin sister Essie Brown, and her brother Roosevelt Zanders.

Lessie Mae Zanders Lango's caring heart, uplifting spirit, and beautiful smile will be cherished by all who had the privilege to know and love her. Her legacy lives on through her children, Richard Zanders (Terri) of Lithonia, Georgia, Monica Cotton (Jeffery) of Covington, Georgia, and Roy Lango, Jr. (Beverly) of Ellenwood, Georgia; her grandchildren, Jamaal Zanders, Elisha Lango, Shauntrice Lango, Zandria Redding, and Zedrick Redding; nine great-grandchildren, her sisters   Rosa Zanders of Vienna, Georgia, and Irma Cotton of Fresno, California; her godchildren, Renay Evans and Merline Wilson both of Vienna, Georgia, Willene Smith of Atlanta, Georgia, and Warfield Blackshear of Pinehurst, Georgia; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many sorrowing friends.