Fuel Oil News Is 90!
Fuel Oil News magazine is observing its 90th year of continuous publication by republishing excerpts and images from past issues. When Leon C. Landis marked its 60th year in business, Fuel Oil News magazine published an article chronicling the history of the company. Here is an excerpt, edited for clarity and space.
Milestone for an Oilman
Bob Landis, Jr., president of Leon C. Landis, Inc., and his father, Bob Landis, celebrated a huge milestone in September 2019: the elder Bob’s first fuel delivery in 1959, 60 years earlier.
On Labor Day weekend that year, a young Bob—just 16 years old and driving on a stamped learner’s permit–made his first fuel delivery to John and Joann Irwin at their house. After her husband passed away, Joann remained a loyal customer. To thank Joann for her 60 years of customer loyalty, and to commemorate his first fuel delivery, Bob got behind the wheel again, drove to Joann’s house and topped off her tank for free.
Bob Jr. also marked the occasion by presenting his father with a belated “employee bonus.”
“For over 60 years, my father helped guide our company through every type of economic climate and industry change to remain the successful business it is today,” said Bob Jr. “He’s been a mentor to his employees and has served thousands of customers. I feel proud to be able to carry on his legacy and serve our neighbors.” Leon C. Landis, Inc. (www.leonlandis.com) is a 24-hour full-service plumbing, heating, air conditioning and fuel deliverycompany in Quarryville, Pa. Founded in 1950 by Leon C. and Martha Landis.
