Russell "Rusty" John Landry

1960 ∼ 2021

Russell "Rusty" John Landry, 60, of Groves, Texas passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at his parents' home, surrounded by his family.

He was born in Port Arthur, Texas on September 9, 1960 to Russell Carroll Landry and Judith Dartez Landry.

Rusty spent many of his final days reliving fond memories of his time as a ship captain and listening to music with family and friends.

He loved Harley Davidson motorcycles and was an avid motorcyclist from the time he bought his first bike at only 15 years old.

A talented musician and songwriter, Rusty's music livened family gatherings for years and will immortalize him to many who love him. He will be remembered fondly by his parents, siblings, friends, and nieces and nephews to whom he was a doting uncle.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 10, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Port Neches with Reverend Shane Baxter officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Rusty is survived by his parents, Russell and Judith Landry of Groves, sister, Carol Phelps and husband Michael of Groves, brothers, Cory Landry of Groves and Mark Landry and wife Erika of Alvin, nieces, Tiffany Resch and husband Pete and Amanda Quinn and husband Thomas, nephews, Logan Hendon and Mason Hendon and four great nieces.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Rusty may send them to: The Museum of the Gulf Coast, Music Hall of Fame,700 Procter Street, Port Arthur, TX 77640 or www.museumofthegulfcoast.org - phone number- (409) 982-7000

Condolences

Anonymous March 27, 2021
This is for my Uncle Rusty it was spur of the moment written Words can't even begin to express how much this hurts. So many memories, so many long talks on the phone... The laughs, the love, the cries, the lessons. This that real hurt... I will play our songs we sang, and find me a drink today, because nothing can mask the pain of not being able to say goodbye to man who helped raise you. Just know, you did good by me... And my family knows it & will forever love u for it. Till I close my eyes eternally, I hope you stay my angel heavenly ... Till the day we meet again and I get to hear you scream 🗣️hey my shaaa baby! With open arms to greet me in, I will forever keep my love within... Share my knowledge and stories passed down to the kids, and as they know, I was man raised, and luckily , I had some really great ones... So heart broken to see you leave, I know you are no longer hurting, but how does one tell someone to grieve, especially if this person was like another daddy to me. From the days waiting from you to get off the boat, till life lessons of cooking and bbq at the house, singing loud with mi Padre on the couch, mixing drinks and taking sips, to going on random trips... The things noone else but we had, are the reasons this makes me so sad... a piece of my heart shattered yesterday, as noone even thought to say, hey yk this or that... But again you and I already talked about that. This pain is definitely oh so real, and yet, I still haven't processed the fact I can't see you, call you, hell I'm still awaiting my call back. I could go on and on bc this bond is one like no other... You left me here her knowing I still have my Padre and God father... Rest assured I am trying my best, but God knows this one, is one hell of a test. I wanted to say so much more to you, thank God we talked for years before it got this blue. Memories is all I have with a love noone could ever take. In your eyes I've always been first place. I write this with a heavy heart knowing you could sing this and play this with every string of your guitar. So as I imagine you doing so, a tear may graze my face, because loving you doesn't stop here, we will continue when we get to that great place. Love always, your sha baby
Anonymous March 27, 2021
One of My fondest memories is of the cousins getting together for Easter at MaTotsies. Rusty and Sunny Joe helping the little ones find eggs. RIP to one of the truly Good Guys.
Material_Candle_Purple_Thumbnail March 26, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Your memories of him, his life, and your times together will last forever in your hearts and minds. God bless, and may he rest in peace. George and Margaret Boland
Anonymous March 26, 2021
Judy and family, my heart is breaking for you tonight. Rusty was such a cutie pie and had the best smile. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Sandy Temple Wilson