Theodore Craig Landers Sr.

Sgt. Theodore Craig Landers Sr., age 79, of Raritan Twp., NJ passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at the Hunterdon Medical Center in Raritan Twp., NJ.

He was born on August 5, 1945 in Wichita, KS.  He has spent most of his life in Hunterdon County, NJ living in Flemington since 2015.  

He was the son of the late Fleming Theodore and Chiquita Bright Landers. 

He was the husband of Dr. Carole Sampson Landers, celebrating 45 years of marriage.

Craig was a graduate of Somerville High School where he excelled in athletics.  He played football, wrestled, and ran track for the High School, holding many state records for numerous years.

Craig was an US Army Veteran, serving as Sergeant during the Vietnam War.  

Years ago, he worked for American Cyanamid in Bridgewater, NJ until his retirement.  

Memberships include the Gem Vac Veterans Association in Glen Gardner, NJ where he served as Vice President.  

Craig enjoyed woodworking, crafts, and landscaping.  He also loved collecting tools.  Most of all, he loved spending time with his family and his veteran ‘brothers’.  

Survivors in addition to his loving wife include two sons; Theodore Craig ‘TC’ Landers Jr. of Austin, TX and Terrence Christopher Landers and his wife Randi of Flemington, NJ.  Two granddaughters; Aubrey Landers and Jacey Landers.  One sister; Sharon Holloway and her husband William ‘Bill’ of Olathe, KS.  Many nieces and nephews including; Alicia Landers, Scott P. Landers, Ethan Holloway, Evan Holloway, Dawn Adair, Tara Adair, and Justin Adair.  He is also survived by his long-time friends; Kevin Colquit and Ralph Jackson.  

Predeceased by one sister; Chiquita Michelle Adair and one brother; Scott Landers.  

Calling hours will take place on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm.  Funeral service will be Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 11am.  All at Scarponi-Bright Funeral Home, 26 Main Street, Lebanon, NJ.  Interment at New Cemetery in Somerville, NJ.  

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to 

Clinton Elks Lodge 2434 P.O. Box 446, Pittstown, NJ 08867, Memo: Veterans.  Or donations can be dropped off at the lodge as well. 211 Sidney Rd, Pittstown,NJ 08867.

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