Beresford Adolphus Landers Sr.

Beresford A. Landers was born on May 1, 1941. He was known as "Hombre" and was the man indeed. He was a wonderful husband, fantastic father and grandfather, great sibling, loyal friend, and most of all a loving and generous man. He loved dancing salsa with his wife; entertaining family and friends; playing dominoes with his boys; and traveling to Panama. He was full of life. Everyone who knew Hombre has nothing but wonderful and loving memories of him.

He was raised in Rainbow City, Panama by his beloved parents Telified and Edna Landers. He was the 7th of 12 children. He started his career working for the Panama Canal. Due to his love for his family, ambition, perseverance and knowledge he moved to New York in 1978 in an effort to provide a better life and opportunities for his family. To his co-workers he was known as "Barry." In 1985, due to professional growth he relocated to Jacksonville, FL . After devoting 25 years, he retired from Crowley Maritime as a Claims Department Manager.

Our Dad accomplished his goal of providing a better life for us. He provided us with a loving home and a great life.

He was able to obtain his dream home in our country, Panamá where he was able to vacation and spend joyous times with family and friends. Due to the love and values he instilled in us, we are a strong, loving, and united family.

On September 4, 2013 at 8:50pm he went home to the Lord. Hombre is survived by his loving wife, Norma Landers; 6 children, Ida, Lucy (Husband Rolando), Nilka (Husband Greg), Zule (Husband Terry), Hombrecito (Wife Neoli), and Jessie (Husband Marlon); 8 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 2 brothers Edwin (wife Elsa), Clifford, 4 sisters Pauline, Charlotte (Husband Ricardo), Winifred, Veronica, and an abundance of cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends.