Obituary for James (Jim) Henry Landis, Jr. (Guest book)

A candle was lit by Mary Lou on October 1, 2020 7:40 PM

Message from Shirley

December 6, 2017 1:58 AM

Jim, I will always remember the fun days we had in
Richmond high, I always loved watching you practicing baseball after school. I was so proud to hear that you played with the White Sox.

R.I.P
Shirley.

A candle was lit by SHIRLEY NOBLE/KELLER on December 6, 2017 1:46 AM

Message from Susan (Sue) Hubbard

November 26, 2017 11:35 AM

My heart goes out to all of you. What a wonderful man and great family, all of who I hold dear to my heart.

Message from a life long white sox fan

October 23, 2017 7:28 AM

i grew up in chicago wanting to be jim landis. jim was the best center fielder i ever saw.
in this difficult time, please know that the fond memories and loving feelings you have of jim will remain with you forever.

my prayers are with you.

Message from Kathy Gillespie

October 20, 2017 7:09 PM

Many hugs and prayers to you, Michele and your family. My heart hurts for your loss but memories are always around and their spirit never leaves.

Message from Joe and Angela Peatman

October 19, 2017 11:25 AM

Dear Sandy and all the family, We send our deepest sympathy. Jim was such a special person whom we always admired. You are his living legacy to carry on his great spirit. With love, Angela and Joe

Message from Jon Conner

October 18, 2017 5:29 AM

I'm deeply saddened to hear of Jim's passing and I hope the entire Landis family realizes what a great effect Jim had on scores of kids in the Napa Valley. The most fun I ever had playing a sport was playing Babe Ruth baseball for Jim in the summer of 1973. I'll never forget Jim regularly driving all over Napa picking up kids and taking us to Silverado Junior High where he threw batting practice to us for hours on end. Imagine, a Gold-Glove winning, Major League Baseball player picking us up at our homes and spending that kind of time with us. I'll never forget the stories he told and life lessons he taught. We were mesmerized. I'll also never forget that Jim and Sandy were at every baseball, basketball and football game that we played. I bet they didn't miss a single one. What a great family! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jim was a wonderful man.

Message from Dee

October 18, 2017 5:16 AM

I'm really going to miss you Jim. Mike and I will continue to go to the races and bet on the long shots in your memory. My heart is with your family at this difficult time. Dee

Message from Rob Waldron

October 17, 2017 10:52 AM

Sandy: I met you and Jim only once through our mutual friend Sandy Carroll. I was so thrilled to meet a real major league baseball player and see an authentic Gold Glove award! You and Jim were so welcoming and friendly that Sandy and I always felt welcome at your home. I lost Sandy two years ago so I know your grief. May the love of so many people keep you strong.

Message from Lawrence Quinn, Sox fan Since 1958

October 17, 2017 9:29 AM

" Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers." Proverbs 17:6 My condolence to the Landis Family. I went to my first Chicago White Sox game in 1958 as a cub scout, fell in love with the team and have been going to games for 59 years. Jim was a fan favorite.

Message from Elizabeth Rogers

October 17, 2017 8:05 AM

So sorry to hear about your dad Craig. I know that grief is hard and difficult as I lost my dad 3 years ago and my mom last November. Just know that the amount of grief you have is equal to the amount of love you have for your dad. My thoughts are with you now and as you go through this season of grief in the months ahead. G-d bless you.

Message from Mark Gholson

October 16, 2017 9:03 PM

Geez where do l begin, Jim was always such a welcoming soul . Always greeted me with a giant warm smile and an egghead comment. A thousand memories. From him bellowing at me from his front door while I was trying to fix Vicky’s Toyota to The Salon up in Yountville watching one of his favorite acts “born ready”
with him in the late 70’s. Sneaking gin into the place because we both didn’t want beer and that was all they served at the salon. Oh gosh just so many memories. He was always a kid at heart. Never lost it. Happy to have met Jim and I hope that I can always maintain his dignity and love for Life that he had!
Love you Landis’s. 💕Mark Gholson

Message from Sandy Sparby Clarke

October 16, 2017 7:07 PM

Mitchell and I were sadden to learn of Jim's passing. He and my dad, Norm (who also lives at Brookdale) would razz each other when ever they saw each other. It put a smile on both of their faces....and mine. I will be in NYC on 10/27, but please know my heart and prayers go out to your family during this time of great sadness and heartache.

Message from Larry Iloff

October 16, 2017 10:19 AM

Craig and the Landis Family, sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Mr. Landis as a very kind man, even though it has been along time 40 years since I went to school with Craig. Take Care and you all have my deepest condolences.

Larry Iloff
Yuma, Arizona

Message from Virginia Rue

October 15, 2017 2:52 PM

My heart goes out to you, Sandy, Craig, Vicki, Mike, Michelle, and families. Your husband and dad, earned every gesture of love you showed him over the past four years. You celebrated your lives together every time you saw him. Your devotion to him speaks volumes about the life he led.

Message from Bob McCombe

October 14, 2017 5:19 PM

Jim was a local hero to all of us that new him he will be truly missed at our sports banquets .I had the privilege of knowing Jim from our high school day's Jim was never a bragger about all of his exploits , or about 5 gold gloves he earned as being the best at his position . i would like to say from all of his friends teammates from Richmond GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILY R.I.P

Message from Emery & Shirley Phillips

October 14, 2017 11:49 AM

Sadly Emery and I Shirley heard about Jim when Emery was at a ballgame at Walnut Creek. Emery remembers the good times at Richmond High School Jim as a classmate, friend, and teammate. Emery was lucky enough to be at the 1959 World Series at Dodger Stadium and see Jim play. And we fondly remember Jim's folks James sr and Maida Landis as good neighbors as we lived just two doors down from them on Humphrey Avenue in Richmond, California. Blessings to the family at this sad time Emery

Message from Judith Hensley

October 14, 2017 9:15 AM

Sandy and family.........so sorry to hear of your loss.....my thoughts and prayers are with you........

James (Jim) Henry Landis, Jr.

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