Richard N. Landerschier

Richard Norman Landerschier, a lifelong resident of Utica, Michigan, passed away on September 4, 2024 at home, surrounded by loving family. Born September 10, 1943 in Sterling Township (which later became the City of Sterling Heights) and raised on the family farm, Richard learned the values of hard work and dedication from a young age. The Landerschier family were truck farmers, and Richard would help his family every morning, driving to Eastern Market in Detroit to be set up by 6 a.m. Richard graduated from Utica High School in 1961. After high school, he met Genevieve Sova on a blind date. The couple married in 1964 and shared a loving and devoted life together. A lifelong and faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Utica, MI, Richard was deeply involved in his church community, showing his love for the Lord, volunteering his time and talents in service to others. He had a passion for fishing and cooking, and was a dedicated leader with the Boy Scouts Organization and with Boy Scout Troop 343 at Trinity Lutheran School. He was well known for his love of good food and the joy he found in sharing it with others. Richard was the beloved son of the late Norman and Edna Landerschier. He is survived by his devoted wife, Genevieve, and his children: Angela (late Danny) Larson, Kristine (Matthew) Weber, Richard A. Landerschier, and Sheila Daniels. One of his greatest joys was attending Sheila's basketball games. Richard was a proud grandfather of Rachel Weber, Brian Weber, Nathan Daniels, and Dylan Daniels. Richard was not only very proud of his grandchildren but also cherished spending time with them. He is also survived by his loving siblings, Arlene (the late James) Kutchey, Gloria (Keith) Vergin and Alton (Eileen) Landerschier. Richard's family will receive friends at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road, (3 Blocks east of VanDyke, on the north side of M-59) Utica, MI, on Sunday, September 8, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Richard will be In state at Trinity Lutheran Church, 45160 VanDyke, Utica, MI, on Monday, September 9, 2024, from 10 a.m. until the time of his Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Graveside committal service will take place at Cadillac East Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Clinton Township, MI, at 1:30 p.m. Contributions may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church Building Fund or Hospice of Michigan. Richard will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Please share a story or leave a tribute at www.SullivanFuneralDirectors.com

Richard N. Landerschier

September 10, 1943 - September 4, 2024