Douglas 'Tank' Landry Jr.

Douglas 'Tank' Landry Jr. obituary

Douglas Landry Obituary

Douglas ""Tank"" Landry, Jr transitioned to his eternal home on June 8, 2015 at the age of 51. He was a native of New Orleans. Tank is preceded in death by his parents, Douglas James Landry and Connie Dunbar Landry; grandparents, Luella Dunbar and Charlie H. Russell, Joseph Landry and Viola Landry; and his brother, Edward Billie Landry. Tank was an amazing athlete. He was a member of the 1979 Championship Team of St. Augustine High School and was an All American Linebacker for Louisiana Tech University; Fifth Round Draft Pick of the San Diego Chargers and went on to play in the Canadian and Arena Football Leagues. Tank's loving memory will be cherished by his devoted wife, Patrina Fontenette-Landry; his sons DeSean Landry and Ashton Soerensen; his brother Percy Landry and a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at St. Raymond/St. Leo The Great Catholic Church, 2916 Paris Avenue, NOLA 70119-Rev. Anthony M. Bozemen, S.S.J., Pastor. Visitation to begin at 9:00 AM; with family tributes at 10:00 AM and Mass for 11:00 AM. Interment: Private.

Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jun. 16 to Jun. 20, 2015.
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Hey, Still hurts...Great guy and friend. Tank was a very special guy. He was also a member Phi Beta Sigma,Theta Pi..... RIP my Frat

Marvin Sims

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March 10, 2023

Every time I speak with some of the people that Doug and I both knew or if I hear a song from when we hung out I remember what a wonderful guy Doug was. During my football season on game day I have a piece of tape on my wrist with his initial on it. Bless to his family

Sam Macbeath

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June 10, 2019

Im sorry to hear this & to see this much time has passed. Tank was my bud while he was in Williston rehabbing a knee & staying close to family in Canada. He was a great guy with a huge heart, I cry today as i type this. To his family, I thank you for a good man and friend. If ever in North Dakota look up AC

Aaron Coughlin

March 27, 2017

ONE MORE TIME IN 79 STATE 78 WATS UP DOUG THIS IS UR BOY THE BIRDMAN THAT'S RIGHT DARREN BIRDMAN WALKER CLASS OF 1982 SORRY BRO BUT I JUST FOUND OUT YOU HAVE GONE HOME IT'S SO MUCH WE CAN TALK ABOUT BUT IMMA LET YOU REST SO WITH THAT BEING SAID REST IN PEACE MY PURPLE KNIGHT SOLDIER REST ON REST ON.

DARREN WALKER

July 6, 2015

ONE MORE TIME IN 79 STATE 78 WATS DOUG THIS IS UR BOY THE BIRDMAN THAT'S RIGHT DARREN BIRDMAN WALKER CLASS OF 1982 SORRY BRO BUT I JUST FOUND OUT YOU HAVE GONE HOME IT'S SO MUCH WE CAN TALK ABOUT BUT IMMA LET YOU REST SO WITH THAT BEING SAID REST IN PEACE MY PURPLE KNIGHT SOLDIER REST ON REST ON.

DARREN WALKER

July 6, 2015

HEY HELLO HOW YOU DOING MY FRIEND SILLY QUESTION HUH I KNOW YOU ARE DOING JUST FINE YES TANK IT'S ME THE BIRDMAN THAT'S RIGHT DARREN WALKER THE BIRDMAN CLASS OF 1982 IM SORRY IM JUST GETTING A CHANCE TO HOLLA AT YOU BUT I JUST FOUND OUT THAT YOU WENT HOME. I JUST WANNA SAY REST IN PEACE MY PURPLE KNIGHT SOLDIER REST ON REST ON

DARREN WALKER

July 6, 2015

Tank u will be missed but not forgotten. From a true CFL fan, RIP.

July 4, 2015

RIP buddy!! I remember fondly our days in Calgary, your honesty, friendship and appreciation for ginger beef! Condolences to your family.

Mark McLoughlin

June 30, 2015

PRAYER GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.R.I.P. TANK YOU WAS TUFF BEST COME OUT ST.BERNARD.

TROY '' PETEY'' ANCAR

June 26, 2015

God bless the entire Landry family during this time. Best lb in St. Aug history. Randy McKee, Class of 87

Randy McKee

June 24, 2015

My condolences to the family and friends he truly will be missed RIP a Hard Head for life

Yvette Wilson

June 22, 2015

Rest in peace, in Jesus' arms, my Purple Brother! Thanks for being my brother and friend, when I was the outsider coming into St. Aug, from the suburb of Kenner (the country as you guys called it.) My condolences to your family. I am praying for their strength! You made us proud! I'll see you again in the other place! "Rise sons of, the Gold and Purple, ...."

Byron Nora

June 21, 2015

rest in peace big brother and fellow purple knight. thanks for the memories and championships. You will never be forgotten. You and Eddie, back together again. Much Love, Aaron Cap LaCabe, class of 82

June 20, 2015

Will be missed my friend we really just began to become brothers.I will never forget you my friend and when you left my girlfriend and my house I kind of knew you were saying good bye 2 weeks ago but its okay we will meet again our frindship is not over.

marvin spears

June 20, 2015

My prayers are with the family at this time of need.

Sharon Green

June 20, 2015

I know that I speak for many Bulldog fans of Louisiana Tech, Tank you will be missed. You were incredible and fun to watch. Thanks to the family for sharing Tank with us all. We will never forget that great big smile....cherish the memories.

June 20, 2015

God has taken you from this earth to use you in the bigger scheme of things, you will be missed by all your brothers and sister in Christ: Brian, Michael, Cory, Darren and Sheila the Dixon's. Rest in peace.

June 20, 2015

Tank I'm glad we had a chance to see each other after 30 years. Rest on my friend and may God be with your family

Denise Lewis-Prout

June 20, 2015

You will be missed my brother. God Bless.

Michael Sherman

June 19, 2015

Chandell Depron

June 19, 2015

Tank will always be remembered for the way he played linebacker. No one played with more heart than Tank. Truly the stuff legends are made of. My prayers go out to the Landry family.

Johnny Crutchfield Jr

June 19, 2015

Though he only played with the Argos for two years, Doug made a significant impact on the field and with the Double Blue faithful. I will continue to wear my Tank jersey with pride. Condolences to his family and friends.

Chris Tighe

June 19, 2015

Tank will never be forgotten in Canada. His time in the CFL was not that long, but his impact was great. A true fighter.

Jeff Tighe

June 19, 2015

R.I.p tank from Lisa and your boy cornbread

Lisa pierce

June 19, 2015

I am always saddened when I hear of the passing of a sports figure, but even more when its a beloved Argonauts player. God speed "Tank."

johnny arnone

June 18, 2015

God Bless

Spill Haw

June 18, 2015

Rest in peace uncle tank u will be deeply missed we love u Minnie amerie & Lydan

Christian Wilfred

June 18, 2015

My heart and prayers are with the family and loved ones of Doug "Tank" Landry. Rest in peace, my brother.

Buddy Davis

June 18, 2015

The Tank - remember him well at the old exhibition stadium in Toronto. When I think of the great Argos down at the CNE (Toronto, Ontario) Doug (Tank-best nickname ever, beats Pinball in my book) was someone I admired as a youth. I've thought of him from time-to-time over the years. Condolences to all who loved him. A truly special CFL all star.
Michael Rudolph.

Michael Rudolph

June 18, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the Landry family for your loss. I know that I speak for many CFL fans in Toronto that Tank Landry thrilled us and represented the Argonauts and the city of Toronto with pride and honor. We will remember him.

Lou Brunp

June 18, 2015

Rip

yar halabar

June 18, 2015

Tank My mind is still having trouble wrapping itself around the fact that you're gone. I know that God don't make any mistake. Praying for your family as well as your friends that God give them strength to carry on. Rest in Peace my brother. St. Aug class of 82 Brothers for life.

Byron McGowan

June 18, 2015

I remember "Tank" Landry as one tough linebacker and a man who brought consistent talent to the Toronto Argonauts...One great athlete...My prayers go out to his entire family...God bless you all...

Stewart Doran

June 18, 2015

RIP MY PURPLE BROTHER!

Michael London

June 17, 2015

God don't make mistakes. .now they have a great defensive back in heaven. ..RIP

Lydia'Ezy' Hunter

June 17, 2015

God don't make mistakes. .now they have a great defensive back in heaven. ..RIP

Lydia'Ezy' Hunter

June 17, 2015

As a long-time fan of the Toronto Argonauts CFL team, I remember Tank Landry as a talented and (very) hard-hitting linebacker.

June 16, 2015

One of favorite linebackers in the CFL A real impact player 1987 Grey Cup picked up a fumble and ran 54 yards to the end zone My deepest condolences to his family & friends
Gone not forgotten

Jay Dee

June 16, 2015

My sincerest condolences to your family at this time of sorrow. I am so proud to have had the honor to call you friend. I enclose this salute from my team

Sam MacBeath

June 16, 2015

Condolences to the family and loved ones of Tank.

Ollie Smith

June 16, 2015

Sincere condolences to family and loved ones. May the God of all comfort be with you.

June 16, 2015

I will miss u Tank. St. Aug. class of 82 rise sons never forget our new orleanean great and dear friend.

Perrin Davis

June 16, 2015

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