George Walter Landon, 89, of Fremont, formerly of Howell and Kewadin, passed away Fri, Jan 17, 2020. George was born on Nov 18, 1930 in Lansing to Marion W. and Norma L (Collins) Landon.
George was a 1949 graduate of East Lansing High School and 1953 graduate of Michigan State University, receiving a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering.
He was a veteran, proudly serving in the US Air Force as a jet pilot, flying F-84 fighter bombers. After his service, he worked at General Motors Proving Grounds for 33 years.
He was the beloved husband of over 66 yeas to Shirley M (McMIchael) Landon; loving father of Jack (Helene) Landon, Linda (Bill) Bender, Amy (Mike) Kurtti, Nancy (Kevin) Beck and Diane (Eric) Klose; proud grandfather of nine; and great grandfather of six.
George was preceded in death by his brother, John Landon; and his sister, Martha Henderson.
A celebration of life visitation will be Sat, Apr 25, 2020 from 10 am to 1 pm. A celebration of life service will follow at 1 pm, followed by a light lunch at the First Presbyterian Church, 323 W Grand River, Howell, MI 48843.
