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Allan Landau Obituary
Age 65, a long time Pittsburgh resident on Sunday April 5, 2009 after a long illness. Allan is survived by his wife Maureen, 2 daughters Danielle Franc and Jeanine Stright; 2 step-daughters Michelle Poskin and Kelly Gibson; 7 grandchildren; two brothers and one sister. Friends will be received Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 at The BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD, 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd, Glenshaw, where funeral services will be held Thursday, 11am.
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Rayonda West
August 31, 2024
Mr. Landau was my science teacher at FortPitt Elementary school. He also was head of the safety patrol. Mr Landau was one of my favorite teachers. I never forgot about him and always wondered how he was doing. He was a very great teacher, and person. He always reminded me of my potential and my capabilities. I will never forget you. May you continue to rest! Thank you for everything
Steve Butler
May 12, 2009
Danielle, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I remember how much your father meant to you. Hope you are well.
April 18, 2009
steve,
my thoughts are with you
gretchen
Amanda Visnick, RN
April 17, 2009
I had the pleasure of caring for Allan as a traveling nurse out in Arizona. Being a native Pittsburgher, I knew from the second I heard his voice, he was one of "my people". Being so far away from home, it was a comfort to have Allan to talk to about all things Pittsburgh. He was a lovely man and a pleasure to care for. I am so glad I had the opportunity to meet him. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
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David Livingston
April 9, 2009
I am sorry to hear about Mr. Landau's passing. He was my 4th grade teacher, I will never forget him. May God comfort you during your time of bereavement.
Pat & Bill Hoegel
April 9, 2009
Dearest Maureen, You were such a wonderful caregiver to Al. It is hard on the caregiver but you never complained. Our sympathy to you and your family.
Beth Habbyshaw
April 8, 2009
Danielle and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You're in our thought and prayers. Love you...
Shelly Franc
April 8, 2009
Maureen, Danielle, NeNe, Ty, Kay, And Kendall,
You truly had a very special man in all your lives. He blessed so many people in his life, be proud and carry on his legacy. I am here for anything you need. I love you,
Heather Corey
April 8, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Sherri Phillips
April 8, 2009
Danielle, Jeanine, and Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. I know what a difficult time this must be. However, I hope you find comfort in knowing what a remarkable man your dad was and in seeing how many lives he has touched. Hold tight to your good times and memories with him because they will ease the pain. Hang in there and know that we are here for you and your family if there is anything at all that we can do! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Becky Kristen
April 8, 2009
Danielle and Family,
My thoughts are with you constantly. Please know that the pain you feel will never go away, but WILL slowly fade. Danielle, I am here for you every step of the way.
Love you!
Leyha Crawford
April 8, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Mr. Landau's passing. I was a student of his at Fort Pitt back in 85-87. I was in his Honor Society in both 4th and 5th grades. I remember eating lunch in his classroom for our Honor Society meetings and he always went to KFC in East Liberty or Vento's Pizza and treated us to lunch. He was truly a wonderful teacher and mentor to every child that walked in his classroom. My sincerest condolences to his famiy.
Dorita Lanzo (Fellner)
April 8, 2009
Dear Maureen and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love, Uncle Joe, Bob and Dorita
Roger Wolbert
April 7, 2009
Danielle and Family,
I'm sorry to hear about your father. I never got to meet him, but I felt like I knew him from your stories. He was a special guy in your life, and he will continue to be so in your memories.
Big (double) hugs!
Dad, the animal lover
April 7, 2009
Tyler, Justin, Jeanine and Dad
April 7, 2009
Faith Moritz
April 7, 2009
To all of you,
Janet, Benjamin, Lucy, and I send our love. The Moritz and Karpas families have many treasured memories of "Big Al". Most of all, we know how very much he loved his family. He was a great dad and a wonderful grandfather. I am sending all of you BIG hugs.
Love,
Faith
Pam & Bill Podany
April 7, 2009
Maureen, Although we've only met a few times through friends, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your happier moments together help you through this. Pam & Bill Podany
Carla Collins
April 7, 2009
Danielle and family,
You are in our thoughts. You are so blessed to have had such a close bond with your father. Cherish all the memories you have shared with him. We are thinking of you.
Love,
Carla, Jeff and girls
Katrina Paul
April 7, 2009
To the Landau Family,
You have my deepest sympathies. Mr. Landau was my father's gym teacher and my 5th grade science teacher. I have great memories of elementary school because of him. I was in the Honor Society in which him and Mrs. Christopher were chairperson's. I grew to like science because of Mr. Landau. He was a fair and definitely exemplary teacher. He made learning fun for all children. He will always be remembered.
Donna Reinhart
April 7, 2009
Dear Danielle and family,
I am so sorry. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
April 7, 2009
Dear Danielle, Ty, Kay & family,
We feel your pain. We know how hard it is to lose a father and grandfather. Remember he is always with you in your heart. Each day will bring back a pleasant memory and you will grieve a little less.
Lori & Walt Franc
April 7, 2009
Danielle, Jeanine, & families,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Jessica & Aaron
April 7, 2009
I am going to miss you Dad. Thank you for always being there for me. I have so many wonderful memories of the time we spent together. I love you.
Love your Daughter,
Jeanine
Maryann & Ron Rapp
April 7, 2009
Dear Maureen and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all. You and Al have gone through so much in the past 6 years. Al fought the good fight, he was a courageous man. And a much loved and respected man from what I am reading on this guest book. Mar, if you need anything here in AZ please let me know.
Jenna Webb
April 7, 2009
Danielle and family,
My deepest condolences and thoughts are with you. Though I didn't know your dad or ever get to meet him, I can tell just what kind of person he was by the way Danielle lit up when she talked about him and would share stories with us about what a great father and teacher he was. I know he will be greatly missed by many. Always remember the happy times you were lucky to share with such an incredible person.
Angie and Mike Denham
April 7, 2009
Danielle & Family,
We are so sorry about your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
April 7, 2009
Mrs. Laudau and family.
My prayers are for you. Mr Landau was a good man and one of the teachers from Fort Pitt that I and my children will never forget.
Shawna Hammond
Kelly (Belsterling) Baker
April 7, 2009
I was truly saddened to hear about Mr. Landau's passing. I was a student of his about 20+ years ago and a part of his Honor Society. He was such a great teacher who cared for each student. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Landau family.
Pam Fischerkeller
April 7, 2009
Danielle & Family- I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember meeting him last year. He was a very sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kim Taylor
April 7, 2009
Danielle & Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. Cherish the wonderful memories.
Sue Poskin
April 7, 2009
Maureen and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We know how long Al suffered and now he is at peace. All our love, Chris and Sue Poskin.
Danielle Landau-Franc
April 7, 2009
I'll miss you Daddy. I love you so much. My world will never be whole again. You truly did Light Up my Life...
Love Danielle
Debbie (Gall) Hoffman
April 7, 2009
Danielle and Family - I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father/grandfather. You have my deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fred Lewis
April 7, 2009
Deepest sympathy. I was a neighbor of Al's in Shaler on Albine Dr. He was a good man and will be sadly missed. Take care.
April 7, 2009
Dear Maureen and family, you have our deepest sympathy , our prayers and the belief that Al is at peace. He struggled with this illness, and he did so with such grace. We cherish the time we spent with you. Much love, Erika and Aldo Clara
Deb Coles-Tyler
April 7, 2009
I am totally shocked to hear of Mr. Landau's illness and passing. I remember him well for he was not only my phys ed teacher at Fort Pitt, but a very influential memory of my early school days. Not very many teachers fit into that "special" category with him. He was kind, gentle, generous...an advocate for all kids from all walks of life. I extend my sincere sympathy and prayers to Mrs. Landau and family for your loss. Please know you're not alone. There are many, many Fort Pitt alumni who loved him too and share your loss. Always cherish his smile...his memory...I know I have all these years. God Bless you all.
April 7, 2009
Danielle and family,
you have our deepest sympathy, you are in our prayers. your father is finally in peace.
love,
maura campbell
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