Charles Temple “Tim” Landers, of Apopka, Florida, died Thursday, June 23, 2022. Tim was born in Anniston, Alabama on May 28, 1958, to Joseph Temple Landers and Winifred McCarty “Wink” Landers.
Tim graduated from Anniston High School in 1976 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Auburn University in Agriculture in 1980, majoring in ornamental horticulture.
Tim is survived by his wife Maureen Landers of Apopka, Florida, his daughter Lisa Landers of Savannah, Georgia, and his brother Mark Landers, of Charlotte, North Carolina. He is preceded in death by his son Petty Officer First Class Madison Landers of Apopka, Florida and his oldest brother, Kel Landers of Atlanta, Georgia.
Tim also leaves behind an extensive network of beloved family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors. He cared deeply for the people he surrounded himself with and never denied anyone a seat around his grand outdoor firepit.
Tim had an extensive career and spent forty years in the indoor foliage industry. He and his wife Maureen were the owners of Benchmark Foliage, Inc. in Apopka, Florida from 1996-2010 and he most recently served as the head grower for AG 3, Inc. in Eustis, Florida. During his career, he also spent time working in landscape design and as an educator, teaching horticulture at Oxford High School in Oxford, Alabama.
Tim was an active member of his community serving as the president of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce from 2005-2006 and president of the Action Chapter of the Florida Nursery Growers and Landscape Association from 1997-1998. He was also an active member of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life serving on the Apopka area Hobson-Berry Team.
Many may remember enjoying Tim play music as a bass player and member of “Johnny and the Moondogs,” a local oldies band from Apopka. Tim was also a founding member of the bluegrass band, “Distant Cousins” of Anniston, during the 1980s and 90s.
One of Tim’s favorite pastimes was sitting around the bonfire watching Auburn Tigers Football. He could almost always be found wearing orange and blue and welcomed all friendly rivalries. His love and passion for the Tigers was indisputable and is shared with the Auburn Family.
Tim was an outdoorsman who spent countless hours catching fish and trolling gators. He enjoyed playing golf, taking golf cart rides around his neighborhood, and landscaping his beautifully manicured lawn and garden.
A celebration of life for Tim will be held on Friday, July 1, 2022, with a visitation beginning at 3:00 p.m. and memorial service at 3:30 p.m. at Loomis Funeral Home in Apopka, Florida.
Those who so desire, please make memorial donations in memory of Tim to the Stephen Siller Tunnels to Towers Foundation in Staten Island, New York 10306 or any military charitable organization of your choosing. Flowers may be sent to Loomis Funeral Home in Apopka, Florida 32712.
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Service
Gathering of Friends
Loomis Funeral Home
420 West Main Street, Apopka, Florida 32712
July 1, 2022
3:00pm - 3:30pm
Memorial Service
Loomis Funeral Home
420 West Main Street, Apopka, Florida 32712
July 1, 20223:30pm
This heritage started 67 years ago with Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, who founded the First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1934. In 1938 Francis E. Loomis, son of Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, received his license to practice Mortuary Science and in 1941 established Loomis Funeral Home of Winter Garden, FL. 
420 W Main St
Apopka, FL 32712-3452
Diane Casteel says
I met Tim and Maureen years ago while working at VJ Grower Supply. Over time as I attended FNGA Chapter meetings Tim and I began discussing college football. I am a devoted Florida Gator fan. As time went on I came to know both Tim and Maureen and we have been friends ever since.
I recently loss my husband of 38 years so there are no words to describe the sadness however you have many friends and family that will love and comfort you. Remember God will wrap you in his comfort and love.
There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under the heavens.
You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Rita Koleck says
Maureen and Family,
You are in my loving thoughts and prayers. Look to God for strength and He will give you the love and comfort you need at this time. Your family and friends are there for you. Take care and God bless you.
Much love,
Rita
Norman Thomas says
Tim was great guy with lot of class. He will be missed but never forgotten. Always wishing his family & friends the best!
Michele katz says
Maureen and family my prayers and love are being sent to you and your family unfortunately I will be working tomorrow but will certainly be thinking of you all michele katz
Joyce Gossett says
We were very saddened by this news. God bless the family. He was one great guy and yes he would probably do anything for anybody. Very shocked to hear the news God bless him and God bless his family.
Norman Thomas says
My sincere condolences to Tim’s family & friends. Tim was a great guy that will be missed greatly but never forgotten.
Fred Curley says
Maureen, my wife and I send our sincere condolences to you and family. Through the years of Benchmark and beyond Tim’s friendship has meant a lot to me. Our prayers will be for God’s comfort and strength as you Grieve the loss of Tim.
Barbara Mask says
Maureen, so saddened by the news of TIm’s passing you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I apologize for not being able to attend the celebration of life service today. Prayers for you and family. Barbara Mask
David Donn says
Maureen. Debbie and I are so sorry about your loss of Tim. He brightened our Friday and Saturday nights with his music for so many years especially at the Errol clubhouse. He was so good to our son Tyler at AG3 during their years together there.. A truly special man that we will all deeply miss. God bless you and all of your family. “War Eagle” !
Claudia Shellhammer says
Maureen,
Jeff and I just learned of the passing of Tim. We have been out of the country and so sorry we weren’t here to attend his service. We are so very sorry for you and your familys loss. We are so grateful to have so many fond memories of Tim: Jeff reminded me of how many times he would come down our cul-de-sac in his golf cart with his base strapped to his back. Or watching him and the band play at Errol. Or, when he came to our house to play for our party. So many hours of fun, friendship, dancing and laughter. He was such a talented and joyful guy. Sending you our love..Claudia and Jeff
Christy Faircloth says
Maureen,
I have been gone for several weeks and just learned of Tim’s passing today, 7/3. Tim was a great guy and I’m thinking that he is using his musical gifts singing praise’s to the Lord. I’m hoping that all the wonderful years you spent together and those memories will give you peace and comfort. Hugs
Kay Cole says
Tim Landers always had a smile, and laughter were always contagious , great friend and Classmate . CLASS OF 1976..
Sharon Sirmon says
The AHS Class of 1976 are so heartbroken to hear of Tim’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers will be with you all in the coming weeks & months.
Kay Cole says
Happy , Go. Lucky , Always. Smiling , Laughter , always A Friend. .Hugs and Thoughts, to All