Norman Edward “Norm” Landis, age 91 of Dover, was called home to be with the Lord August 1, 2021.
He was born March 12, 1930, the son of the late Theodore Norman and Ernestine Jones Landis. He was a faithful servant and served the Lord as a member and song leader at Rose Valley United Methodist Church.
Norm was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and loyal friend to many. He met the love of his life on July 4 and they married on December 2, 1949. Happily married for 71 years, he described Edna as his biggest supporter, especially while he was in the military.
He often described his military journey and career as a Rakkasan as “an adventure” of a lifetime. He joined the Army in July 30, 1947 when he was only 17 years old. Norm served his country at many military bases stateside and abroad; Germany, Korea, Southeast Asia, Thailand, Philippines, Japan and Vietnam.
Norm’s last assignment was at Fort Campbell, where he retired on August 1, 1967. A retired Maj., he often said his favorite part of being in the Army was serving the United States of America.
He stated, “I represented the United States of America everywhere I was assigned. I love my country. From private to major in 20 years was a big accomplishment. I owned my own home, have three beautiful daughters I dearly love, precious grandchildren, great-grandchildren and above all a loving wife. We loved all of the adventures in life we shared together. There is no way I could ever thank them enough for our travels together, I’m so proud of my service.”
After retirement, they moved to their cabin in Dover on Lake Barkley and the Cumberland River. He and his wife have lived in Dover for 47 years, and they shared many precious memories with their family and dear friends. He enjoyed golfing and spent many hours on the lake fishing and boating. His favorite pastime was walking his beloved dog, Corky.
He is preceded in death by his sisters, Anita Jenson, Joyce Butler and June Valvo.
Norm is survived by his loving, devoted and supporting wife, Edna Killebrew Landis; daughters, Janet (Johnny) Rudolph, Karen Brown and Norma (Frank) Parker; sister, Alberta Gilhom; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Saturday, August 7 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Rose Valley United Methodist Church. A full military tribute with honors will be given at 11:00 a.m. with a funeral service immediately following at Rose Valley United Methodist Church. Bro. Ryne Lee and Bro. Paul Edwards will be officiating the service, and burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Indian Mound, Tenn.
A special thank you is given by the family to the staff of Home Instead for their home care services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rose Valley United Methodist Church, c/o Kelly Gray, 583 Old Hwy 79, Dover, TN 37058. Arrangements are entrusted to Anglin Funeral Home, and online condolences may be made at anglinfuneralhome.com.