Gerald P. Landwehr

Reverand Gerald Paul Landwehr, born 3/12/1932 and entered into rest 4/22/2024. A devout Christian his whole life. He started serving God as a youth. He was the president of the youth fellowship at his church, Christian Church Miles Ave Cleveland, OH. Serving on many mission trips for the underserved. Graduate of South High School, Cleveland, OH – Jan. 1951 Graduate of Bethany College, Wheeling, WV – 1955. Bachelor of Arts Member of Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity. Graduate of Lexington Theological Seminary, College of the Bible – 1959. Bachelor of Divinity, Master of Sacred Theology Ordained Minister, Christian Church – Disciples of Christ. Served as Minister for Lordstown, OH – early 1960’s Served as Minister for Urichsville, OH – mid 1960’s Served as Minister for Lakewood, OH – late 1960’s Served as interim Minister for several churches in Ashtabula County, OH Served as President of Trumball County Mental Health Association. Gerald was the first in his family to graduate from college. He has helped to pass this torch to his two children, and his two grandchildren. Many in the community will remember, Jerry, as a minister, a friend, someone who always was in a good mood, with a smile and a lending hand. A gentle soul who loved people and loved life. He enjoyed the many, many, weddings, baptismal, and services he provided, for so many. His last baptismal was at the age of 86. He was the loving foundation of our family. He is survived by exwife, Mary Endrek Landwehr. Sister - Violet Landwehr Downor, (Ray). Daughters - Geri Lynn Landwehr Griggs, (John) and Bethany Landwehr Irish, (Ray Smith). Grandchildren – Steven Szalai and Madison Irish. Nephews – Scott, Todd, and Ray Downor. Preceded in death by, Parents – Paul and Ivy (Jones) Landwehr. Grandson – Colton Irish. Brother-in-Law – Ray Downor. Some of his favorite things were of course his family and friends. Stopping at the American Legion and sharing a drink and small talk with someone. The many years of horse shows, 4-H advisor, and announcer. Trading cars, going for long drives thru the rural country side, enjoying the peaceful scenery. Enjoying our beautiful Lake Erie, participating in sail boat races, fishing, and hunting. Watching WWE with family. Enjoying one of his favorite books, “The Prophet” by Kahlil Gibran. This kind and gentle soul with be missed and loved for eternity. We have been truly blessed to have you as our patriarch. Rest in Peace with our Lord and Family – Reverend Gerald P. Landwehr Lake Erie Cremation and Funeral Services, 1500 Harpersfield Road, Geneva, Ohio assisted the family with arrangements. www.LakeErieCrematory.com

Gerald P. Landwehr

March 12, 1932 - April 22, 2024