Russell "Putt" John Landis Jr., 67, of Reading, PA passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at Reading Hospital - Tower Health. Born October 4, 1953 in Reading, PA he was the son of the late Russell John Landis Sr. and Esther M. (Hiester) Landis.
Russell worked as a machinist at Rockwell International Corp. for several years.
Lover of fishing and hunting, collector of scrap metals, and an avid fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, Reading Royals, Phillies and NASCAR. Russell had a special love for animals, especially his cats and his 3 dogs; Daffodil, Minki and Pinki.
Russell was a good family man and he absolutely treasured spending time with them, especially his grandchildren. He never missed an opportunity to spoil or support his grandchildren. He cared deeply for each of them, and they cared for him in equal measure. He will be truly missed by all those that knew and loved him.
Russell is survived by his wife, Tammy (Hixson) Landis; 2 daughters Jessica Landis, Lori Scheirer and her husband Scott; brother Herbert S. Hiester, 3 sisters Rebecca S. Lopez, Bertha (Birdie) M. Burton and Lisa A. Evans. Russell also leaves behind 3 grandchildren Tyler Scheirer, Mackenzie Scheirer and Alexander Scheirer to cherish his memory.
In addition to his parents, Russell was preceded in death by his sister Kitty Strausser.
A viewing for Russell will be held Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Theo C. Auman Inc., 247 Penn Street, Reading, PA 19601. Burial will immediately follow at Charles Evans Cemetery, 1119 Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601.
Full obituary will be posted later this week. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.TheoCAuman.com for the Landis family.
