General Information
Full Name: Brian David Lang
Date of Death: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Brian David Lang, 33 years old, left us far too soon on Thursday, February 5th, 2026, creating an immeasurable void in the lives of all who knew and loved him. Brian was born on Thanksgiving Day in Pompton Plains in 1992, spending his younger years in Totowa and Wayne, before eventually settling down in Clifton.
Brian created a beautiful family with his adoring wife Briana, the love of his life. He was a dedicated dog-dad to his two beloved pups, Lucille and Otis. Brian loved deeply and unconditionally, fiercely loyal to anyone in his inner circle. Brian was a role model to his younger brother and best friend, Adam; he loved to guide Adam through life and cherished all the memories they shared together. The power of music was so present in Brian, and he felt most alive relishing in his favorite classics, such as The Grateful Dead and Phish, and finding new bands and concerts to share with his loved ones. On a perfect day you could find Brian with a home-brewed cup of coffee, cuddling with Briana, Otis and Lucy, savoring novels, comic books, and science-fiction stories. If you knew Brian, you knew his unwavering support of his sports teams; no matter how much agony the Brooklyn Nets, Atlanta Braves, and New York Giants put him through, he showed up time and time again to cheer them on. Brian loved playing basketball, video games, and Magic the Gathering, and created a strong community in each filled with friends who loved, supported, and uplifted him.
His absence is felt deeply by his family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to have known him. Brian is lovingly remembered by his wife Briana Stanfield, mother Paula, father Kenneth, brother Adam and Adam’s girlfriend Ali Kaminski, mother-in-law Cheryl (Ruby) Stanfield, father-in-law Jim Stanfield, and sister-in-law Vanessa Stanfield. Brian is predeceased by grandparents Linda and Benjamin Warsaw and Adell and Gerhard Lang.
Donations can be made in Brian’s memory to the American Cancer Society or National Brain Tumor Society.
Service Information
Sunday, February 8, 2026
11:00 AM
Service At:
Louis Suburban Chapel
13-01 Broadway, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Burial To Follow At:
Riverside Cemetery
12 Market Street, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Dear Paula, Ken and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Brian’s name always be a blessing,. May you all have sweet memories and strength.
Fondly,
Mindy and Zigmund Stern
Ken & Paula,
My heart is broken and I can’t imagine the pain you are feeling. I hope the memories of Brian will help you through this difficult time. Sending love and prayers.
Paula, Ken, Briana, and Adam. Brian was an absolute joy to be around and the world is a little dimmer without his light and love. May you all find solace in the tremendous blessings he selflessly gave. You all will be in my prayers.
Dear Paula, Ken, Adam, Briana, and family,
My deepest condolences to you. I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending virtual hugs and prayers.
Paula and Ken, I cannot imagine the sorrow you are carrying. I am so sorry Brian is gone.
It is against the order of life for parents to have to bury a child, and it is one of the deepest losses anyone can face.
Please know you are not alone. I am here, always.
I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was a truly kind person.
Kenneth and Paula, we are so sorry for your loss. We hope your warm memories of Brian and the lives he touched throughout the years provides you with comfort in the days and years to come.
Deepest sympathies. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Paula and family,
I just saw this and I am truly devastated by Brian’s passing. I can’t imagine how painful this is and the suffering. My heart and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace in the Lords arms.
Trish McCue Witkowski