Obituary for Daryl Anthony Landrum
The youngest of six children, Daryl Anthony Landrum was born on December 6, 1956 in Boston, Massachusetts to the late Lillie and Joseph Landrum. “D" as he was affectionately known, received his education through the Boston Public School system; attending the Phillip Brooks Elementary School, the Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School and English High School.
Daryl was his mother’s heart and they had a very close bond. Lillie Landrum was a community leader and activist for social justice who inspired Daryl to follow in her footsteps; so it was to no surprise that while at English, he participated in various protests against the racial injustices that plagued the school system – which surely made his mother proud!
In high school, he was also an undeniable trendsetter. He was very fashionable and wore nothing but the best tailor made suits! Daryl graduated, Class of 1974, surely leaving a lasting impression! Daryl was an avid sports fan; but he enjoyed basketball the most. As a youngster, he played in many local youth basketball leagues around the city which was a true sight to see!
He loved sports, but music was his real passion. A true enthusiast, Daryl played the drums and was also a DJ who often kept music from Parliament, Funkadelilc and The Whispers in constant rotation, as they were his favorite groups. As a child, he loved to take risks and have fun with his friends, Mike and Peter Handy. After high school, the three of them decided to open a club called the Red Door – which back in the day, was the place to be!
Daryl was a very hard worker who obtained multiple employment opportunities throughout his life. He started working at the age of 16, in the meat department of Stop & Shop; eventually getting promoted to Butcher. He also worked at Sav-A-Lot as a Butcher as well; later acquiring gainful employment with Marriott Hotels as a shuttle bus driver – a position he held for 20 years. On June 11, 2015 Daryl’s life changed forever when he met the love of his life, Victoria Morgan. Of their union, Daryl and Victoria were blessed with an adorable baby girl, Jujuana Mae Landrum. The beautiful couple, married on September 15, 2015 and Daryl’s life long dream of being a husband, father, and grandfather came true with Victoria by his side.
A true people’s person, Daryl was a fun-loving, charming, and genuine man who made friends anywhere he went. With Daryl around, it was bound to be a good time! He had the uncanny ability to keep everyone laughing and smiling with his jokes – so much that it was often said that he could’ve been a professional comedian. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing spades and riding around in his Caddy. With an undeniable love for people, Daryl was a true friend who was always willing to help anyone in need; he was as loyal as they come! Daryl claimed eternal life on Tuesday April 19, 2022.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Lillie and Joseph Landrum; siblings, Deborah, Johnnie, Eugene, Louis and Leon Landrum; as well as his nephew Sean Landrum.
To cherish his memory, he leaves his wife Victoria “Tory” Landrum, their precious daughter Jujuana Mae Landrum; Bonus children whom he loved as his own: Donte Morgan, Dion Cruthers, Jared Campbell, Josiah Campbell, and Jarriah Campbell. Grandchildren: Dakota Morgan, Kori Givens and Tiyon King. Father in-law: Charles Morgan, Mother in-law: Bessie Scott, Brother in-law: Dwayne R. Scott; Sister in-laws: Brenda Jones and Salima Landrum; as well as lifelong friends whom he considered siblings: Matty B. Williams, Mike Handy and Peter Handy. Daryl also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. His fun, loving spirit will be greatly missed and treasured forevermore!
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Daryl was his mother’s heart and they had a very close bond. Lillie Landrum was a community leader and activist for social justice who inspired Daryl to follow in her footsteps; so it was to no surprise that while at English, he participated in various protests against the racial injustices that plagued the school system – which surely made his mother proud!
In high school, he was also an undeniable trendsetter. He was very fashionable and wore nothing but the best tailor made suits! Daryl graduated, Class of 1974, surely leaving a lasting impression! Daryl was an avid sports fan; but he enjoyed basketball the most. As a youngster, he played in many local youth basketball leagues around the city which was a true sight to see!
He loved sports, but music was his real passion. A true enthusiast, Daryl played the drums and was also a DJ who often kept music from Parliament, Funkadelilc and The Whispers in constant rotation, as they were his favorite groups. As a child, he loved to take risks and have fun with his friends, Mike and Peter Handy. After high school, the three of them decided to open a club called the Red Door – which back in the day, was the place to be!
Daryl was a very hard worker who obtained multiple employment opportunities throughout his life. He started working at the age of 16, in the meat department of Stop & Shop; eventually getting promoted to Butcher. He also worked at Sav-A-Lot as a Butcher as well; later acquiring gainful employment with Marriott Hotels as a shuttle bus driver – a position he held for 20 years. On June 11, 2015 Daryl’s life changed forever when he met the love of his life, Victoria Morgan. Of their union, Daryl and Victoria were blessed with an adorable baby girl, Jujuana Mae Landrum. The beautiful couple, married on September 15, 2015 and Daryl’s life long dream of being a husband, father, and grandfather came true with Victoria by his side.
A true people’s person, Daryl was a fun-loving, charming, and genuine man who made friends anywhere he went. With Daryl around, it was bound to be a good time! He had the uncanny ability to keep everyone laughing and smiling with his jokes – so much that it was often said that he could’ve been a professional comedian. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing spades and riding around in his Caddy. With an undeniable love for people, Daryl was a true friend who was always willing to help anyone in need; he was as loyal as they come! Daryl claimed eternal life on Tuesday April 19, 2022.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Lillie and Joseph Landrum; siblings, Deborah, Johnnie, Eugene, Louis and Leon Landrum; as well as his nephew Sean Landrum.
To cherish his memory, he leaves his wife Victoria “Tory” Landrum, their precious daughter Jujuana Mae Landrum; Bonus children whom he loved as his own: Donte Morgan, Dion Cruthers, Jared Campbell, Josiah Campbell, and Jarriah Campbell. Grandchildren: Dakota Morgan, Kori Givens and Tiyon King. Father in-law: Charles Morgan, Mother in-law: Bessie Scott, Brother in-law: Dwayne R. Scott; Sister in-laws: Brenda Jones and Salima Landrum; as well as lifelong friends whom he considered siblings: Matty B. Williams, Mike Handy and Peter Handy. Daryl also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. His fun, loving spirit will be greatly missed and treasured forevermore!
Face masks are required for all individuals visiting the funeral home and church, regardless of vaccination status. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.