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Robert Kirkwood Landon
April 27, 1929 ~ March 24, 2015 (age 85) 85 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from A.Johnson
May 3, 2017 9:35 AM
To the Landon family:
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy along with God word's of comfort found at Job 14: 13-15. May you fine comfort and joy in God loving word's.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy along with God word's of comfort found at Job 14: 13-15. May you fine comfort and joy in God loving word's.
Message from R. Faust
April 16, 2016 11:10 AM
Dearest Family of Mr. Landon, he truly touched many lives and will be thought of often. May your many memories bring you comfort during this special time. May your prayers bring you the peace of God with His promise to guard your hearts. Philippians 4:6,7 My sincere condolence to all of you.
Message from Jennifer Grant
April 4, 2015 9:42 PM
There are so many fond memories of Mr. Landon but a few of mine are being on the elevator with him when he was in the front he would face everyone as he spoke to you and asked how you were doing. He made you feel like he truly cared and that the company was one big family and that you were an owner of the company. That made you work hard to ensure that the company was successful. Another memory was after Mr. Landon left the company he and my husband served on the FIU board together and we were at a retreat one weekend. I decided to go over and say hello and introduce myself as working at American Bankers. He immediately said I know who you are and proceeded to tell the person he was talking to about how he was proud of how I had grown and advanced within the company. That meant so much to me at that time because I did not even know he knew my name. His legacy will live on and we all have such fond memories of him that we can cherish forever. He will truly be missed!!!!
Message from Anne Rocha
March 31, 2015 10:32 AM
A memory I have of Mr. Landon was during the time I was an Admin in the Markets, I remember you knew he was mad about something when he called you by your last name and you could hear him coming down the hall. Oh the memories... I loved this man. He was such a real person. No matter what his rank was he had no problem sitting in the same cafeteria with his employees. No one will ever compare. South Florida has lost a great man. He will definitely be missed.
Message from Elaine Sarradet
March 31, 2015 8:14 AM
In 2007 I was at Barry for a softball game and walked over to the University Center and saw Mr. Landon's name on the building and thought, " I work for him !" I guess starting here at ABIG it just always stays with you. He was very kind when I would run into him in the elevator first thing in the morning with his tie over his shoulder or the gym. I am grateful everyday for the company I work for and what we have become and sad that his family and our community has lost such a dear person with truly a "heart of gold" RIP Mr. Landon Elaine
Message from Alfredo Tejera
March 31, 2015 8:06 AM
Mr. Landon was a great leader and difference maker in whatever he did. We all know this. But the quaility I most admired about him was how great a human being he was. He constantly showed us his humanity with his honesty (maybe too honest at times) and his desire to care for people and his community.
I always admired how honest he was. He was real and never a phoney. I know there are things he said that would never pass HR today but he always meant it for the person's benefit. Being honest with us really pushed us to be honest with ourselves. I know this kind of honesty is shaped and said differently in this era, but his kind of honesty was genuine and influenced many including myself to be better human beings and make others better as well.
In the end, being honest was his way of showing he cared about us. We all know about his legendary philantrophy activities and monetary support with the communities, charities and educational institution etc. However, what was striking about Mr. Landon is how this humanity or caring really came across in his actions when he was the President and CEO of American Bankers. For someone so accomplished and being in a position to maximize results for the company and shareholders, he always carefully considered the needs of the employees in his decisions and was uniquely accessible to anyone no matter your rank or position. It always felt like he cared about us. I think about the 10 year LESOP program he implemented to give all his employees the opportunity to own shares in the company and make us feel like owners of the company. The LESOP shares and its monetary value we received is probably the most money employees have for their retirement. How many people would do that for their employees today? In addition, Mr. Landon was always willing to listen and speak with anyone that wanted his opinion, guidance or advice. He did this for me on a few occasions and it was wonderful.
I've always said the difference between a good teacher and a great teacher is that the great teacher cares about its students. Well, you can say Mr. Landon is a great teacher, leader, and better yet, a great human being.
Mr. Landon - You have made a great difference in many of us down here and I know you will make a difference where you are today - Take it easy on the Man.
Rest in Peace my friend.
AT
I always admired how honest he was. He was real and never a phoney. I know there are things he said that would never pass HR today but he always meant it for the person's benefit. Being honest with us really pushed us to be honest with ourselves. I know this kind of honesty is shaped and said differently in this era, but his kind of honesty was genuine and influenced many including myself to be better human beings and make others better as well.
In the end, being honest was his way of showing he cared about us. We all know about his legendary philantrophy activities and monetary support with the communities, charities and educational institution etc. However, what was striking about Mr. Landon is how this humanity or caring really came across in his actions when he was the President and CEO of American Bankers. For someone so accomplished and being in a position to maximize results for the company and shareholders, he always carefully considered the needs of the employees in his decisions and was uniquely accessible to anyone no matter your rank or position. It always felt like he cared about us. I think about the 10 year LESOP program he implemented to give all his employees the opportunity to own shares in the company and make us feel like owners of the company. The LESOP shares and its monetary value we received is probably the most money employees have for their retirement. How many people would do that for their employees today? In addition, Mr. Landon was always willing to listen and speak with anyone that wanted his opinion, guidance or advice. He did this for me on a few occasions and it was wonderful.
I've always said the difference between a good teacher and a great teacher is that the great teacher cares about its students. Well, you can say Mr. Landon is a great teacher, leader, and better yet, a great human being.
Mr. Landon - You have made a great difference in many of us down here and I know you will make a difference where you are today - Take it easy on the Man.
Rest in Peace my friend.
AT
Message from Rod Perry
March 29, 2015 10:37 AM
Kirk was a great man . Shortly after I retired my wife and I were having dinner with my cousins Pam , Eddie Garrison and Kirk . Kirk says to me "what do you do " and I replied I just retired after 33.5 years with Bellsouth . His response was "thats all well and good but what are you doing now ?" Several weeks later I was volunteering at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden because of Kirk's push to do more with my life . He had a way to inspire you . He will be greatly missed . Rod Perry
Message from Amelia Toure
March 27, 2015 6:04 PM
For me, he was the person who always believed that I could do the job. This did not mean that I was just getting the job. He had big expectations and would push to continue to grow.
I think what made him popular among employees is that he didn't care if you were an executive or just a low level clerk. He would talk to you. Ask for your opinion. I remember the anniversary luncheons. He would invited employees for their 5, 10, 15, 20, etc anniversaries. Everyone knew it was not a free luncheon. He expected some kind of feedback.
I think what made him popular among employees is that he didn't care if you were an executive or just a low level clerk. He would talk to you. Ask for your opinion. I remember the anniversary luncheons. He would invited employees for their 5, 10, 15, 20, etc anniversaries. Everyone knew it was not a free luncheon. He expected some kind of feedback.
Message from Elaine Martin
March 27, 2015 6:00 PM
He let each and every one of us soar and grow. The 10 Commandments, while some were not 100% comfortable that he invoked that name, laid out what you could do to succeed - - even if failure was the result as he fully believed we all learned from our failures. I remember the "it's not a real 'no' until you get a 'no' answer three times" gave everyone the right to ask why, or, why not? He appreciated action, disliked inertia. "You can't get in trouble for what you do, it's for what you don't do," again, even if it took several times to get it right, at least you were doing something.
While I give full credit to my parents for my values, it's undeniable that Mr. Landon helped me see that I could do pretty much whatever I set out to do if I worked hard and took advantage of the learning opportunities.
While I give full credit to my parents for my values, it's undeniable that Mr. Landon helped me see that I could do pretty much whatever I set out to do if I worked hard and took advantage of the learning opportunities.
Message from Bob Negron
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
Thanks, Kirk for all you have done for American Bankers and our families! Your vision and heart will always be remembered!! May the Lord reward your richly!!
Message from Christine Manfredi
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
He had such a great impact on the community. His generosity was amazing. Great loss for the ABIG family and for the community.
Message from Karen Viera
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
A caring man who wanted the best for the employees.
Message from Rainier Madruga
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
Miami-Dade County lost a great person today. Former American Bankers Chairman, R. Kirk Landon passed. I always recall the times we met when I started back in 1997. He was a great person, and I can only hope to give back as much as he had. #wewillmissyourkirklandon
Message from Debbie Platt
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
He was a great man. I thank him for giving us this wonderful Miami campus and all its amenities - the gym, the fields, the schools, the cafeteria and more. So many of us have been lucky enough to have our children close by in the daycare and the school. I can remember him vividly after Hurricane Andrew and how he rallied the employees to come back to work and help to clean up the campus "our home." We brought in our own yard tools to help clean the property and we listened to him as he climbed a tree and used a megaphone to talk to us and calm us down.
All of us in the entire Miami community have a lot to be thankful for because of R. Kirk Landon. #wewillmissyourkirlandon
All of us in the entire Miami community have a lot to be thankful for because of R. Kirk Landon. #wewillmissyourkirlandon
Message from Clay Stoddard
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Landon by virtue of me being married to Assurant's Kathryn Wiley Stoddard . Kirk was a fellow Phi Gamma Delta Brother and a very generous one. Rest in peace good man.
Message from Karen Porter-Wolf
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
A visionary who was before his time in many ways. We will miss you.
Message from Sandra Gibbs
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
So Sad.
Message from Kathy McDonald
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
Kirk Landon was definitely a pioneer, purchasing acreage in South Dade so his employees could be centrally located in one building. His plan for the new office was a novel one at the time, building a ‘second home’ for employees with a cafeteria, tennis courts, fitness center, even a putting green. He had a passion for taking care of his employees, his “family.” He was one of the first to see the need for employer provided daycare to offer employees peace of mind by knowing their children were in good hands. Personally, my two children started in the daycare at three months old and graduated from our Assurant Satellite Learning School after fifth grade. I don’t know if I would have been able to focus on my career without the benefit of this excellent learning experience for them, and knowing they were in loving care. When I joined the Board of the Zoo Miami Foundation, I learned more of Kirk’s contributions to the South Florida community. Eric Stephens, Director of Zoo Miami told me that ‘Kirk felt very strongly that connection between American Bankers and the Zoo, because of the tremendous damage we both suffered in Hurricane Andrew. Because of his modesty he didn’t want the aviary named for himself, but for American Bankers Insurance Group – and added the word Family to the title.’ While Kirk was a very powerful and influential leader in business and society, if he was in the elevator with any of his 1,000+ American Bankers employees, it was amazing how many names he knew. It didn’t matter if you were a senior vice president or new data entry clerk, he had an uncanny ability to learn and retain names. I believe because he truly cared for his people. He will be missed.
Message from Art Heggen
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
What a loss. Don't know if I ever worked anyone who could come up with so many ideas, think outside the box, etc. And his philanthropy was most amazing. He will be missed by so many.
Message from Jose Fleites
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
Sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Landon
Message from Juli Rasmussen
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
I never had the honor of meeting Mr. Landon; however I am moved by the memories shared and the long-term impact he had on so many. It also reinforces the power of positive leadership and the long-term impact it can have on us personally, professionally and on our business. Thank you for sharing your stories; it was a great way to start the day!
Message from Odalis Patron Redes
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
A great man has gone to heaven. I have been in the company 25 years and will always remember his kindness, generosity and how much he loved his company and his employees. He will be missed. RIP, Mr. Landon.
Message from Suzanne Klekotka
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
What a nice tribute. Mr. Landon will be truly missed by so many. I had the fortunate opportunity to work with Mr. Landon for several years before he retired. I say "with" and not "for" because no matter what position you held, he made you feel like you were an equal. His door was always open, and he made it a point to let us know. There were many times I would see him in the hallway getting to know his employees. Mr Landon taught me to do my best, and I live that every day in all areas of my life. I ran into him at the end of a day as I was coming back to work from the gym to wrap up a few things before picking up the kids, and with laundry over my shoulder. He said "Look at you, the sight of a real working woman. Thank you." He understood how tough it was, admired, and appreciated my efforts. A true leader. RIP, Mr. Landon.
Message from Mario Rolim
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
Kirk Landon an example to be followed.
Message from Kimberly DeReuter
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
A sad day, indeed. He was a kind and generous man. So thankful I had the opportunity to work for American Bankers and for Mr. Landon. He will be remembered fondly.
Message from The Education Fund
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
You are all in our thoughts as we know that the great Assurant company carries the values Kirk held so high.
Message from Elaine Robinson
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
An old ABIG tradition. I stopped by the poster in the lobby multiple times today. Took a moment to smell the lilies each time the elevator door opened. Mr. Landon, you have graced so many who can never express their love and respect. Thank you.
Message from Susan Lare Baumgartel
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
I’m so thankful. I sent him a “thank you” letter when I retired. He did so much for me and so many others. I will be forever grateful.
Message from Debbie Corson
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
I was introduced to Mr. Landon at a retirement party a few years ago, but I never knew him. Working in Miami, you didn't have to know him personally to understand the impact he had on the business, the community and the people who live and work here. He is everywhere, but mostly, he is in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. My observations of him are that he was the living embodiment of Sheryl Sandberg's (COO of Facebook) definition of leadership — "Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence." Mr. Landon has left quite a legacy and his impact will resonate throughout the halls of Assurant, across the globe and in the Miami community for years to come. If I could tell him one thing, it would be, "Thank you for demonstrating how one person can make the world a better place for everyone.
Message from Pamela Mercer DeKalb
March 31, 2015 7:14 AM
At the young age of 18 in 1986, I will always remember his booming voice telling Dottie to "Send her in!" for him to sign my first check request. It didn't matter who you were, how old you were, or what your experience, he treated us all the same and gave us all the same respect and attention. During Hurricane Andrew, he saved the company, our livelihoods, and for many of us, our dignity. Thank you Mr. Landon.
Message from Manny Becerra
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
He ran his company like a father runs a family loving and stern; teaching and guiding; inspiring and enabling his kids to grow. His commitment to give to the community was ever present and he inspired others to do the same. It was expected, not requested. He planned to give it all away before Warren Buffet made the notion popular. He was the eternal optimist who helped define the rules of conduct for a few generations of business executives. Even those who left American Bankers took what they learned with them to create success at other companies. He was creative and a true innovator. I am very proud to have been one of his students.
Message from Samantha Nichols Jones
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
Such an amazing man who had a personal impact on me, my career and love of art. He will be dearly missed and remembered by generations of original ABIG folks.
Message from Amelia Toural
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
Our relationship started as employee and employer. With the years, I grew to love and admire him. He had a way of touching everyone in a different way. He made you feel special.
To all of our Friends at Assurant,
Our hearts are heavy as we remember R. Kirk Landon. Kirk was our champion – The Education Fund’s and all of Miami-Dade and beyond.
As Pam shared in The Herald article yesterday, his was "a heart of gold."
To all of our Friends at Assurant,
Our hearts are heavy as we remember R. Kirk Landon. Kirk was our champion – The Education Fund’s and all of Miami-Dade and beyond.
As Pam shared in The Herald article yesterday, his was "a heart of gold."
Message from Valerie Seasholtz
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
I truly thank Kirk for my two sons. I was very much on the fence about having children and was leaning on the side of not having any. Then we built the new building with that very convenient and awesome daycare center and decided to give motherhood a try. The daycare took away many of my early concerns of how I could work at a pretty crazy job and still be a good mother. I had lunch with my kids almost every day, we would go out to the lake and feed the turtles, and then I could go back and pat their little backs and send them off to naptime. Nirvana! Then came the elementary school.
The universe is a little more empty with Kirk's passing. One of a kind leader. More should take on his style.
The universe is a little more empty with Kirk's passing. One of a kind leader. More should take on his style.
Message from Rebeca Rojas-Valmana
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
Very sorry to hear...
Message from Lorelay Fajar
March 27, 2015 4:19 PM
Very sad, a great loss for sure will be remembered
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