Mr. Joe D. Landy departed this life on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Chesapeake Regional Hospital in Chesapeake, VA. He was born February 27, 1949, to the late Louise Parker in Norfolk, VA. His early years of education he attended Jacox Jr. High and Booker T. Washington High School. Joe joined the Longshoreman Association, where he was employed for 35 years and retired as a loyal employee and Dock Boss.
Joe enjoyed coaching football for many years. He also enjoyed playing cards, good eating, listening to music, and just having a good old-fashioned good time with family and friends. Joe truly was a Gentle Giant! He enjoyed helping people in any way he could, i.e., with encouraging words, offering a ride, offering financial assistance, and just lending a helping hand. Joe was a good man!
He is preceded in death by Louise Parker, and his brother, Vannie Parker
He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his loving wife of 40 years, Mary Landy; two children, Natasha Phelps and Cameron Stewart (Chesapeake, VA); one grandson, Sgt. Nick Phelps (Tennessee), three great-grandchildren, two sisters-in-law, Gladys Parker (Fayetteville, NC) and Regina Frazier (Rodney) (Norfolk, VA), special friends, Spence and Rick, and a host of family and friends.
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Linwood & Cleopatra Riddick says
March 16, 2025 at 9:42 pmMarylinda, We are sadden to hear of the lost of your husband. May God bless you and your family with his precious love, peace, and comfort. Our Deepest Sympathy.
Vannie J. Parker IV (Gladys, Julia, Curtis, & Ronald Parkers) says
March 18, 2025 at 7:00 amIt is with deepest sympathy that we send our condolences to the Landy Family. May the Lord keep you in his peace and comfort as you go through this time of loss. We will continue to pray for you and reach out in love.
Curtis Parker says
March 18, 2025 at 9:19 amAunt Mary and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Please know that we are here for you and love you. May the sorrow you feel in your heart lighten by the love that surrounds you.
Curtis Parker & Family (Gladys, Julia, Vannie, & Ronald Parker)