Richard D. Landversicht

Richard D. Landversicht (LAND), 87, of Napoleon, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at UTMC in Toledo, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 30, 1937, in Napoleon, Ohio, to the late Raymond and Melle (Schindler) Landversicht. A 1955 graduate of Napoleon High School, he went on to earn his bachelor's degree in accounting from Wright State University. He honorably served his country in the Ohio Army National Guard and the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Richard had a distinguished and multifaceted career, serving as a patrolman with the Ohio State Highway Patrol and as a Sergeant for the Vandalia Police Department. Alongside his law enforcement roles, he worked as an accountant for over 50 years. He will be fondly remembered for his many stories and his love of classic cars, fishing, basset hounds, and football. Richard was known for his strong faith and dedication to his community, proudly serving in various positions over the years. On November 7, 1970, he married Susan Partlow in Vandalia, Ohio. Together, they raised four children: Kurt Landversicht, Kara Brokaw (Dave Rodgers), DeAnn Reynolds, and Kristie (Kyle) Miller. He was a proud grandfather to Jalynn, Kylie, and Emma Landversicht; Samantha and Jackson Brokaw; Logan, Tyler, and Mason Rodgers; Benjaman (Marrisa) Flogaus, Bryce and Tyson Reynolds; and Derek and Avary Miller. He was also blessed with two great-granddaughters, Rilee and Layla Flogaus. He is survived by his sister, Carole Wittenberg, and was preceded in death by his sister, Shirlee Mires-Fejes. Visitation will take place on Sunday, January 19, 2025, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Rodenberger-Gray Funeral Home in Napoleon, and on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church in Napoleon. On Sunday, everyone is welcome to join the family in celebrating Richard’s love for the Ohio State Buckeyes by wearing Ohio State attire. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 20, 2025, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, where military honors will be conducted by the Napoleon American Legion, followed by a luncheon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Emanuel Lutheran Church’s Good Samaritan Fund, the Henry County Humane Society, or any veteran organization of choice. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.rodenbergergray.com.

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Richard D. Landversicht

September 30, 1937 - January 12, 2025