Equinunk, PA / Northborough, MA

Richard Michael Langer, also known as "Otis", passed away suddenly at his home in Equinunk, PA on January 1, 2026, at the age of 81. He was a long-time resident of Northborough, MA before retiring to his residence in PA.

Richard was born in Maspeth, Queens, NYC; he was a Navy veteran and an accomplished martial artist who also taught karate for many years at the Community Center in West Acton, MA. He received his associate's degree at the RCA School of Electronics and studied at Northeastern University. He had a long career with Digital Equipment Corporation, Advanced Modular Solutions and Compaq Corporation as a Computer Hardware Engineer. He made an impression wherever he went, enjoyed spending time with family, taking family photos, and was always good for a laugh. He is survived by his two children, Stephanie A. Langer and fiancé Josh McBride of Westborough, MA, and Ethan M. Langer and fiancée Sasha Badov of Dedham, MA, former wife Diana Langer of Northborough, MA, and several grand-pets.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 31, between 10 a.m. -12 p.m. at Hays Funeral home, 56 Main Street, Northborough, MA. Richard's memorial service will immediately follow at 12 p.m. in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, Richard's family suggests a memorial donation to either the American Heart Association (www.heart.org) or the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org).

To share a memory please visit https://www.haysfuneralhome.com.