George Prange

On Wednesday March 11, 2015, after a long battle with cancer, George Naumann Prange left his earthly family to be with his savior “Our Heavenly Father”. George was born in Los Angeles, California on the 11th of July 1939 to Alfred Christian Prange and Helene Emma Marie Prange. He was the first of nine children born to Alfred and Emma. George is survived by his loving wife, Leota, and three devoted daughters: Renee (Chuck) Durbin, Diane (Chris) Schmitt and Karen Kirchenbauer and his five beloved grandchildren: Cody, Kaylee, Braden, Cade and Addison. George also has seven surviving siblings: Anton (Janis deceased), Helen (Larry) Huedephol, twins Mike (Elizabeth) and Dennis (Lynda), Norman deceased (Lynn), Mark (Irma), Luke (Dorie) and Roy (Pam).
George was one of many who proudly served his country in the United States Army as a mechanic and was honorably discharged in August 1967. On January 15th 1966 he married Leota McCulley and they had 3 daughters. George loved life and people. Coming from a large extended family helped him find something good in everyone. He was always there to help you with his vast knowledge of things he knew and could teach you. He was a man of integrity and would let you know if he did not agree with something. He had a way with people and would talk to anyone just to find out their story and what made them happy. He was always spreading the work of God and faith.
George turned the skills he learned from his father, Alfred, into a career when he purchased ABC Lawn Sprinkler and later opened other companies ABC Grounds Care and ABC Trencher Supply where he sold trenchers and parts for a while. He was very proud of all of the work he accomplished and would always make reference to the jobs he did. His biggest work accomplishment was when he landed a job for Universal Studios in the mid 70’s. He completed many projects at the studios and made many friends, he became known as the “Honorable Mayor” of Universal Citywalk, where ABC Grounds Care continues to maintain the landscaped areas.
George was greatly involved in his church, Friendship Celebration Lutheran Church in Meridian, Idaho and also a huge part of the community. His hobbies included Nascar, politics, woodworking projects, and just spending time talking to people. He was the kind of person who enjoyed the little things in life like just taking a drive down a dirt road and getting lost or watching trains go by. Most of his life was spent in California, then in 2005 he and Leota decided to retire to Idaho. He spent 10 wonderful years in Idaho enjoying his 3 grandchildren that live there. He made many new friends and continued to spread the word of God. His calling was to make sure he touched as many people with God’s word that he could. He was a great husband, father, brother and friend that will be truly missed by everyone.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 28th, 2015 at Oakwood Memorial Park, 22601 Lassen St., Chatsworth, CA.