The Leon C . Landis , Inc . team celebrating Bob Landis ’ 60th year of fuel delivery , and Bob Landis , Jr . awarding Bob Landis with a bonus check .

Fuel Oil News magazine is observing its 90th year of continuous publication by reprinting excerpts and images from past issues . When Leon C . Landis marked its 60th year in business , Fuel Oil News 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 delivery company in Quarryville , Pa . Founded in 1950 by Leon C . and Martha Landis . l FON

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