Death Notices

LANDON, Alex Tillman (P.Ag., AACI) 1927-2014 - passed away at the Norview Lodge, Simcoe on Tuesday, July 22nd, 2014 in his 88th year.  Beloved husband of Doris Landon (nee Hammond) of Simcoe.  Loving father of Zeb Landon (Laurie McGregor) of Simcoe, Alexis Landon (Reiner Jakubowski) of Waterloo, Beth Lawrence (Donald) of Waterloo and Charity Landon of Toronto.  Cherished grandfather of Alicia and Kelly Lawrence.  Alex will be lovingly remembered by his sister Mary Bodnar of Simcoe and by Doris’ sister Betty Murton (Douglas) of Waterford.  Alex will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews & extended family.  Predeceased by his siblings Robert Landon, James Landon, Thomas Landon and Eva Marshall.  A graduate of the Ontario Agricultural College (’49), Alex was a Jersey breeder who farmed in Norfolk and Perth counties.  In 1964, as recipient of a Nuffield Scholarship, he travelled extensively throughout Great Britain to study agricultural practices.  Later in his career, Alex qualified as a professional agrologist and accredited real property appraiser.  Friends are invited to share their memories of Alex with his family at the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North, Simcoe for visitation on Friday, July 25th, 2014, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Tom Sero officiating.  Interment:  Oakwood Cemetery, Simcoe.  Those wishing to donate in memory of Alex are asked to consider the Norfolk Field Naturalists.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199