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Anastasio Landa Obituary
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Anastasio Martin Landa, 81, lifelong resident of Reno, NV passed away on Sunday, May 25, in Reno, NV after a short illness. Anas was born in Reno on May 28, 1926. He helped his father with the family sheep herding business until he was 18 years old. He attended Reno High School until World War II called him into service at the age of 18. Anas was trained at Fort Bragg, CA, then went over seas and served on the front lines in the Battle of the Bulge. He was captured by the Germans and became a prisoner of war until he was liberated by the American Troops and sent back to the United States in 1945. He served another year and was honorably discharged.
In 1946 he met the love of his life, Lucille Arregui. They were married in July of 1948 and enjoyed 60 years of marriage. Together they raised three sons, John, David and Gary. Desiring to make a good life for his family, Anas learned the heating, sheet metal and air conditioning trade. In 1967 he established Landa and Sons Heating and Air Conditioning. Through the success of his business, Anas was proud to have been the driving force behind John and Gary completing a college education and was his son David's mentor in the family business. David worked with Anas until his untimely death in 1981. Anas retired in 1984 after which he and Lucy enjoyed their home in Graeagle and many rounds of golf with their friends. Anas was a past member of the Carson Valley Lions Club, Reno Elks Club, past Vice-President of Reno Zazpiak Bat Basque Club, Little League coach, and an active member of the Graeagle Men's Golf Club where he had a summer home.
Anas was preceded in death by his son David, father and mother, Anastasio and Juanita Landa, and brothers, Steve, March and Joe. Anas is survived by his wife Lucille, sons John Landa (Renée) of Reno, Gary Landa (Polly) of Winnemucca, grandchildren Brandi (Aaron) Griggs, David, Nick, Daniel and Trevor and brother Johnny Landa of Reno and sister Julie Mendiola of Reno and many nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church on Thursday, May 29, at 11 a.m. Private burial will be held at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to St. Mary's Hospice, 18653 Wedge Parkway, Reno, NV 89511, American Cancer Society 6490 S. McCarran Blvd, Reno, NV 89509 or organization of your choosing. Please share your thoughts, memories, and condolences in the family guestbook at www.waltonsfuneralhomes.com.
Memories and Condolences
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Steve & Donna Vaughn
May 29, 2008
John: I'm very sorry about your dad passing. I talked to him just a couple weeks ago. As you know it is very hard when you lose a loved one. The Lord was ready for him to take his place in eternal life.
Virginia ARGOITIA
May 28, 2008
Anas your passing has left many good friends that will miss you.
Deepest Sympathy to all the family.
"Goian Bego" go in peace, Anas. Agur
Rudy, Beverly Bria & Family
May 28, 2008
Extending our sympathy and sadness to the Landa family. He will be missed.
Jerry Cooper / Bailey and Dutton Homes
May 28, 2008
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Anas. He was one of our best subcontractors and friends for many years. He was truely a man of his word and always got the job done right. I will not be able to attend the funeral service, but our thoughts will be with you.
richard melillo
May 28, 2008
What a nice man Anas was. I loved hearing his stories about he and my Uncle Joe Larralde. Anas was a good golfer too, kicking my butt at the last Golden Tomahawk tourney. He will be missed by all. My deep felt sympathy to the Landa Family.
Bannisters
May 28, 2008
John,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You have a great family.
Jean Pierre and Anita Izoco
May 28, 2008
We are saddened that Anas has passed, he was always a joy to be around. We regret that we will not be able to attend his funeral, he and his family will be in our prayers. God Bless you all.
Ed Meagher
May 28, 2008
I have known Anas since I was an apprentice carpenter in the early 1060's working with him on several projects. I always admired and looked up to him. I will surely miss him. My thoughts and prayers will be for the family. May Anas rest in piece.
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