In Memory of SSG Michael Landes, US Army
January 7, 1986 – September 18, 2024
82nd Airborne Division, Ft. Bragg
Remembrances shared by his brother, Christopher: “Michael served three combat tours during the War on Terror, in Iraq and in Afghanistan. He was a big Philly sports fan, but when we were teenagers, he was living in Baltimore and he was also a big Ravens fan. He loved video games, loved sports, he loved music and had a very eclectic taste.
Michael loved all the guys he served with. One of the guys and one of the few people he kept in touch with at the end flew up from Texas to speak at Michael’s funeral. He said he would have followed him to the gates of hell. He trusted him fully and loved him very much. There were a lot of guys he served with in the 82nd that came in from all over the country to be there for his funeral service.”
Staff Sergeant Michael “Diesel” Landes, 38, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Born January 7, 1986, in Philadelphia, PA, a proud Veteran, Michael was an Infantry Paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, NC. He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, friend, true warrior, and a hero to his country.
Michael graduated from ITT Technical Institute in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.
He was a great lover of sports, especially football and baseball, supporting the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies. Michael also loved music and animals. He selflessly gave his time to helping local homeless communities.
Michael was preceded in death by his grandfather: Peter Hudec; and uncle: Robert Hudec.
He is survived by his devoted, loving mother: Mary Hudec; brother: Christopher Young; grandmother: Frances Hudec; aunt: Robin Hager; cousins: Laura Elizondo (Mainor) and Ryan Hager; and countless friends and comrades.
Michael will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Pennsylvania was home, but he lived in Maryland for a time.
He is laid to rest in Quakertown, PA.
