Barrington, Illinois
TOWER LAKES – Scott R. Landa, 48, of Tower Lakes, passed away Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, in Barrington.
He was born Oct. 31, 1960, in Racine, Wis. He married Mary Landa nee Humphrey, daughter of Robert and Rhoda Humphrey, on Aug. 6, 1983, in Rock Island.
As a 1978 graduate of Barrington High School, he qualified for state in tennis his junior and senior years. He is on the Wall of Fame at Barrington High School. He was a member of Phi Beta Kappa at Western Illinois University, class of 1982. He graduated from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and earned his law degree in 1985. He was a committed partner of Ryan, Ryan & Landa attorneys at law, Waukegan, for 17 years. He was a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and Lake County Bar Association.
He was a loving and supportive husband and an inspiration to his son, Blake. His free time was spent flying, snow skiing, golfing and playing tennis. He was involved either coaching or spectating at Blake's sporting events. As a family, traveling to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, Hawaii, Mexico, the Atlantis and Jackson Hole provided many special memories. He had a passion for music, and playing the guitar gave him hours of enjoyment.
He is survived by his wife, Mary; his son, Blake Conner; his parents, Richard L. (Christine) Landa and Thomasine Duke; his sisters, Cari (Richard) Meyer, Terri Landa (Kevin Flaherty) and Tammera Landa; his nieces, Katie and Ellie; his nephews, Brian, Taylor, Derek, Jason and Matthew; and a brother-in-law, Rob Humphrey.
A memorial visitation will be from 2 p.m. until the 7 p.m. service Monday, Jan. 19, at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 149 W. Main St. (Lake Cook Road), Barrington. The Rev. Joseph Militello will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Monarch Hospice & Palliative Care or Sage Cancer Center, McHenry.
For information, call the funeral home at 847-381-3411.
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Mary, I just saw this when searching for friends from WIU. We sure did have some good times during those years. My heart is heavy. I would like to keep in touch. My email is [email protected]. Much love, Teri
Teri Schoepski
April 30, 2010 | Rockford, IL
Mary and Blake,
I just now learned of Scott's tragic passing. I was honored and privileged to have been a part of his life. A great guy. One of the absolute best. I remember him always greeting me "Hey TR!" along with that big smile of his.
I just can't believe it. My thoughts are with you both. I will always, always cherish my memories of Scott and the entire Landa family.
Tom Ratcliffe
January 09, 2010 | Belvidere, IL
Dear Landa family,
I just read of Scott's passing in the WIU News. We met during college, and I will remember him fondly. My deepest sympathies go out to all of his family.
Nancy Scheck-Whitehurst
Washington, DC
July 06, 2009
Dear Landa Family,
Our family just learned of your loss and we are so sorry. Scott was a great kid. Although we lost touch with the family all three of us Hinds kids have fantastic memories of the Landa home and growing up with the Landa clan. Scott will always hold a very special place in our hearts.
With all our love and support.
Noreen, Chuck, Twink, Kevin, and Megan Hinds
Hinds Family
March 19, 2009 | Los Angeles, CA
I just read in a Bar publication of Scott's death. Like Marty T. wrote, Scott helped me maintain my sanity and helped me just get through that first year of law school. A good man. So sorry to hear of his passing. I will be praying for you and your son, Mary.
Mitch Lucie
March 04, 2009 | Bloomington, IL
Dear Landa Family: I am an attorney who had the pleasure of handling personal injury cases with Scott representing the insurance companies. He was a very kind person with great legal abilities. I will miss him.
David Harris, Jr.
February 10, 2009 | Libertyville, IL
My deepest sympathy to the Landa family. I am an attorney who has known Scott for some years. He was a very special person and a fine attorney.
George Sachs
February 03, 2009 | Libertyville, IL
Dear Landa Family: My deepest sympathy on your loss. He was truly a lawyer's lawyer. He not only possessed an outstanding legal mind but was also a "good guy." He will be missed.
Ted Gilbert
February 02, 2009 | Glenview, IL
My deepest sympathies to the Landa Family. Scott and I were opposing counsels in a case, and Scott was a true professional- a great advocate for his client, but also an all around great guy who always talked about his Family. My Family's thought and prayers go out to Scott and his family.
Jim Knibbs
January 31, 2009 | Chicago, IL
