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Jerry Austin Landers Jr.

1959 - 2023

Jerry Austin Landers Jr. obituary, 1959-2023, Marietta, GA

BORN

1959

DIED

2023

Jerry Landers Obituary

Jerry Austin Landers, Jr., 64 of Mableton, passed into the arms of his Jesus on Sunday, October 8, 2023. Jerry was born April 24, 1959 in Atlanta, to the late Jerry Austin Landers, Sr. and Beverly Vining Landers. He graduated from South Cobb High School, the University of Georgia (B.A. 1981), and Emory University School of Law (JD, 1984). Jerry began his legal career at UGA serving on the Student Judiciary as a main and resident justice. Upon graduation, he began practicing in Marietta, Ga. as a trial lawyer, a Probate and Estate attorney, and a certified Mediator. He served as a past president and board member of the International Amusement and Leisure Defense Association.

Jerry loved his Savior and teaching, preaching, and sharing the Word of God. Raised Baptist, Jerry joined Northside UMC after his marriage. He faithfully served Northside all of his adult life in numerous leadership positions. He was a frequent Bible study teacher, a certified Lay Speaker, and the first Worship Leader of the Contemporary Worship Service. He loved music and sang in both Traditional and Contemporary Worship choirs and was an active member of the NUMC Drama Ministry. Jerry served Whitefield Academy as both the football and the basketball announcer, continuing with basketball through 2023. He was recognized for his service as "The Voice of the Wolfpack." Those who knew Jerry remember his integrity, his wit, and his love for God and for others.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Anne; his daughters Margaret Graton (Jason) and Morgan Landers; his brother Dr. Bill Landers (Teresa); his sister Leslie Pair; his brothers-in-law Dave Jollay (Cindy) and Tom Jollay (Kathy), and eight nieces and nephews. A brother-in-law, Rex Pair, preceded him in death. Celebration of life services will be Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 2:00p.m. at Northside UMC, 2799 Northside Drive, NW, Atlanta. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in memory of Jerry Landers to the Music Ministry of Northside UMC. A private family burial is planned.

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Published by Marietta Daily Journal on Oct. 14, 2023.

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Tina Barron

December 18, 2024

Married to a trooper assigned to the governors mansion Jerry sr serviced all the trooper cars I got to know Jerry sr and his cute son Jerry jr. they both were a joy to be around and I felt a great friendship in both.

Jimmy Vance

October 7, 2024

A truly great guy and friend.

Judy Jenkins

November 16, 2023

All of us at Jenkins Barber Shop cut Jerry's hair for years. Always enjoyed our conversations.He was a good man.Loved his family. I'm glad I knew him.He will be missed.We will see him again.

Robert McKenzie

October 17, 2023

Anne I am so sorry to hear about Jerry passing. Jerry was such a good person loving and kind. Jerry and I were great friends. We met in high school at South Cobb and had a lot of good times over the years. Jerry introduced me to my wife Diana and he was the best man at our wedding. I met Anne before they were married when Jerry and I shared an apartment in Midtown. I will miss Jerry. He was a great person, a great friend. My condolences to his family and especially Anne.

Todd

October 16, 2023

I´ll miss the daily chats we had about anything and everything . Sleep well my friend.

tina barron

October 15, 2023

our hearts are heavy with loss but rejoice in Jerry´s homecoming with our Savior. God bless family in this difficult time

Jimmy Vance

October 15, 2023

Jerry was one of the good guys. He was a friend and he did some legal work for our family. Both the friendship and the legal work for our 101 year old cousin were excellent. We will miss him as a true dawg fan.

Tom and Lynn Daniel

October 15, 2023

We are deeply saddened to learn of Jerry's passing. We are holding you all in our hearts and prayers, with love and hope, Tom and Lynn Daniel

Barbara Davis

October 14, 2023

Mrs Landers, I am so sorry for your loss, Jerry was a kind person and easy to work with.

Mike deVegter

October 14, 2023

Jerry was a great attorney and a wonderful friend. He was steadfast and solid as a rock. Rest in Peace.

Chris

October 14, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. He was a wonderful person. He and Anne both are the most caring people. He will be missed.

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