of Little Rock, AR
February 18, 1984 - January 8, 2020
Scott Allen Landers of Little Rock entered the gates of Heaven to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 8, 2020 while doing what he enjoyed most: spending the day with his family and friends while duck hunting in Arkansas' great outdoors. Scott was born on February 18, 1984 in Little Rock to Steve and Sandy McMahan Landers. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Bob and Bonnie Landers; his maternal grandparents, John G. McMahan Sr. and Blanche McMahan Lewallen; and cousins, John G. McMahan III and Jorre McMahan.
Scott packed a lot of living into his short 35 years. During high school at Pulaski Academy, he was fierce on the football field and was selected as an All-District and All-State linebacker. After graduation in 2002, he received a football scholarship to Arkansas Tech University. Practically raised on his family's car lots, he determined he would be most fulfilled returning to work full time in the business and in 2004 formed Landers Toyota with his dad and brother. A natural born salesman and car enthusiast, Scott's intuition and expertise helped the Steve Landers Automotive Group grow into one of the most successful car businesses in the country. In 2014, Scott joined with Luther Automotive Group to serve as Vice President. Scott successfully grew the Landers/Luther Southern platform to include seven dealerships in Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma.
The only thing that he loved more than his work and his outdoor interests was his family. In 2009, he met the love of his life, Lauren Elizabeth Arnold and they were married on August 11, 2011. The two enjoyed traveling and sharing the kitchen. He developed a passion for cooking that inspired him to explore new dishes daily.
A whole new chapter in his life began when they welcomed daughter, Londyn Elizabeth, into their world in 2013. Their family was later completed with the birth of their son, Patton Allen, in 2016. Scott saw life from a different perspective through the eyes of his children and a tough exterior gave way to a tender heart. His most important job was being a father and he treasured the time spent teaching them how to catch a fish, ride a bike, and drive a tractor. He even dressed up each Halloween as his children directed him; in 2019 he went so far as to color his hair and mustache to be the perfect tuxedo-clad Rhett Butler to his Londyn's Scarlett O'Hara.
If not at work or with his family, Scott could usually be found in the deer woods, in a duck blind or on a fish-filled pond. An excellent marksman, he took his hunting seriously and studied it constantly. In the past three years he had learned to operate farm equipment and studied agriculture to prepare his land for hunting. Although he had multiple adventures through Alaska and Africa, nothing gave him greater pleasure than his own private escapes into the Arkansas wilderness. He was looking forward to the day he could share his passion with his children.
It was not uncommon to hear secondhand accounts of small and large acts of kindness Scott quietly did for others. Many of these accounts were not known to the family until after his passing. Scott had a giving heart and often reached out to others who were in need of help.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife Lauren and his two children, Londyn and Patton; his parents Steve and Sandy Landers of Little Rock, brother Steve (Stevie) Landers, Jr. (Karmen) of Clinton; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Eddie and Dinah Arnold of Arkadelphia; sister-in-law Emily Tennyson (Josh) of Little Rock; nieces Annika and Aubree Landers, nephews Tripp Landers and Jack Tennyson.
Uncles Nick Landers (Mary Jack), Lance Landers (Darla), John G McMahan, Jr, Randall McMahan, and aunt Pam O'Neal (Gary). Cousins Josh Landers (Lindsey), Colby Landers, Jared Landers (Jessica), Kyle Landers (Leanna), Blake Landers, Gavin Landers, Jacie McMahan, and Mallory Nickels (Justin). Uncle Don McKinnie and Glen Arnold (Roxane).
Honorary pallbearers are Darren Wheeler, Chris Chase, Ivan Figueroa, Eric Scaife, Jared Neuffer, Jason Whitlock, Oliver Sobik, Mark Morcomb, Tim Hebron, Jon Roberts, Andy Gadient, David Luther, Nick Wade, Josh Tennyson, Kevin Kelley, Larry Middleton, Gary O'Neal, Dale Bruns, Will Smith, Rush Harding and Tom Barwick.
A celebration of Scott's life will be held at Immanuel Baptist Church, 501 N. Shackleford Rd., Little Rock at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, January 14, 2020 with visitation to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in Scott's memory to Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, 2 Natural Resources Dr., Little Rock, AR 72205. https://www.agfc.com/en/about-agfc/foundation/ ; Arkansas Children's Hospital, 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202, https://www.archildrens.org or Immanuel Baptist Church City Center, 501 N Shackleford Rd, Little Rock, AR 72211. http://ibclr.org/give/
Want to say he was very kind I worked as janitorial at there car dealership on Colonel Glenn I remember him and his dad telling me to stop doing trash and come sit down and have Christmas dinner and they always were very kind to me he's going to be missed and my condolences go out to his family and his children stay strong
Steve, Sandy and family. May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with Scott comfort you and his precious family today and always. In loving sympathy, Acey and Lee
Steve, Sandy and family, Our hearts are breaking for you and your family with the loss of your precious Scott. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Dan and Joyce Ivy
My heart and prayers are with you.
Prayers
I am so sorry you are going through the heart ache of
losing Scott. Words are futile, may you draw strength from being covered by the prayers of many people. Blessings to you in the days ahead.
To the Lander's Family with our heartfelt sympathy:
The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in the spirit. Psalm 34:18
He's as near as the air you breathe, as close as His love for you.
May Scott's memories light the dawn and GOD be with you.
Sincerely, Mr. James Pippins and Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers for all the family.
Jimmy and Donna Jones
Fordyce, AR
Landers family: We were so saddened by this news. We send our love & prayers to each of you.
Dear Lord,
We are still trying to comprehend this tragic loss. My heart hurts for his parents, Sandy and Steve and Scott’s beautiful family.
For every tear that falls there is a prayer and a hug for those near and dear to Scott. May we all find strength in our Lord Jesus Christ to understand his sudden passing.
With love, Mel & Sheri
Words are just not enough Lauren and family. My truest condolences. I’m praying Gods peace and comfort for you all. I wish I had the words. I love you.
Prayers for Scott's wife, children, parents and family
Weco inc
Rest In Peace Scott . Please pray for us. Jesus will watch over your family.
My sincere condolences to his lovely wife, children and entire family. May God give you strength to endure. Scott was a very nice guy. God Bless each of you!!
Lauren and Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Scott's passing. Your precious family is in our constant prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time. May our loving Lord wrap you all in His arms and hold you close. Love and hugs to all of you!
I will miss you my friend. Thank you for our past friendship. I pray God’s plan required you to leave so early. I will pray for your sweet wife and children and pray God gives comfort to your parents, relatives, and friends.
Lonnie
My deepest condolences and Prayers to the Steve Landers Family. May god comfort you all. Scott was a fun, loving, and personal young man. He always treated me with kindness and the upmost respect. He will be sorely missed. Rest In Peace
Sir You finished well!
I remember when I first met Scott he had just turned 20 years old. He had the know how of the car business beyond many twice his age and knew his way around a car deal. He was all business on the outside but he had a giving heart that not many saw or knew about. He did a lot of good deeds that you may never hear about or know of. He will be missed by all of us that knew him and many that received help that never knew from where it came.
Sandy & Family:
I was so saddened to hear of Scott's passing. My prayer is that God will give you peace (and he will, I promise) and comfort during these days ahead. What a reunion it will be "When We All Get to Heaven".
Love and Prayers,
Susan
My sympathy for you now, Love and Prayers for the family
Steve and Sandy,
Scott was a great person and will be missed in the auto industry.
Sorry for your loss, praying for your family
Thoughts and prayers go out to Scott’s family. He was a great person that would always try to help people in need.
My heart breaks for you all. Praying, for your stamina to get thru this worst of time. In His Love â¤ï¸ Debbie Ann
With a heavy heart, I share my deepest sympathy, along with my thoughts and prayers for Lauren, Londyn, Patton and the entire Landers family. I feel blessed to have known Scott as a PA classmate and friend. He had such a giving and kind heart and was a blessing to everyone he met. He was very wise and successful businessman who put his heart into everything he accomplished. I have many fond memories we shared after high school, from buying my first car to planning our 10 year reunion. Scott will be greatly missed by many…I will cherish the moments we had together and the laughs we shared. Rest In Peace, Scott. Always remembered, forever loved.
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to all of the Lander family for this great loss. May all the wonderful memories you have of Scott give you comfort and peace in days to come. May God watch over you and comfort you during this difficult time.
All our prayers for your family.. very appreciative to have know Scott and was always amazed at his accomplishments .. he was a good friend to my children.. All our love and prayersâ¤ï¸
Mrs. Landers & family,
I am a Christian and believe in the teachings of the Holy Bible. There is also great wisdom from other religion's parables... I pray, sharing this story will be accepted as a 'gift.'
'Once, a Mother went to Buddha, the wise sage of the Orient. She asked: "Why did my Son die" The omniscient man replied: "First, bring me a mustard-seed from a house that has never known sorrow." The Mother journeyed across the earth, from home to home. She discovered 'tears-of-sadness' visit all thresholds. So, through the Mother's 'sojourn of understanding', she was blessed with a precious knowledge. Grief comes to all, in different ways and times."
Mrs. Landers, upon the 'End-of-your-Son's-life', may you, (and your family) know the assurance of angels sleeping on your shoulders; plus my prayers. along with solace and peace through Jesus Christ;
P.S.Last spring, I met your Bro John for the first time since I was 11 yrs old, he was 10 and you & your twin were wee tikes. Perhaps someday, we can all gather to be friends...
God bless u and your entire family We pray God Will give u comfort and peace in time
Steve and Sandy, we are so sorry for the loss of your precious Scott. We have many sweet, funny memories of him when our kids were growing up. We will certainly be praying for God to strengthen you in the days to come.
-Donald and Becky Fulcher
With a sad heart, we share our deepest sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with Lauren, Londyn and Patton and the entire family. We feel blessed to have known Scott, he loved his family, was genuine, a great shot, a good friend and a successful automotive industry leader. Scott was wise beyond his years and will be missed dearly by so many. We pray that the good memories you have will ease the pain of your loss.
We are so saddened to hear the news about Scott. We are praying that in the days to come that GOD will strengthen and comfort your family in ways that only HE can.
Our heart felt condolences for the family.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Scott. He was kind hearted and had a genuine soul. My prayers will continue for the entire Landers family. I will always keep Lauren, Londyn and Patton in my prayers. He will always be looking down on y’all from Heaven. Rest In Peace Scott.
Dear Steve, Sandy, Stevie and Families,
I, along with so many, was heartbroken to hear of Scott’s passing. You have been in my prayers constantly. I wish I could be there for the memorial service tomorrow. Unfortunately we are in MS with Dave’s mom who is very ill. I hope to see you after our return. With love and condolences. Frances Usrey Raley
We are praying continually for all the broken hearts of friends and family of Scott. He will always be remembered by us for his beautiful smile; kindness; PJ's in church;" boots on the wrong feet cause he "liked 'em that way"; and numerous other memories. Thoughts of Scott bring a smile and thankfulness for having been blessed to have watched him grow up and become the young man so many loved! May the Holy Spirit be near you and provide comfort that passes all understanding.
So very sorry for your loss Our prayers are with you through this sad time. May God comfort the family at this tine
We are praying continually for your family for peace, comfort and strength. "Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."
Very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the whole family.
Dear Sandy and Steve,
Our deepest condolences on your family's tragic loss. We will always remember a smiling, happy young Scott at Caldwell Elementary, tennis shoes forever untied, who was always ready to be a friend to his classmate with Down Syndrome. He was a very special young man, and our hearts break for you all. Thoughts and Prayers with you always,
Charlie, Sandy, and Alan Brown
Steve & Sandy so sad to hear about Scott! He was such a awesome person very bright young man he always had a smile on his face & always made you laugh! I always enjoyed him telling about his adventures on his hunting trips! My thoughts and prayers to the family!
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this difficult time.
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. We are so sorry for your loss.
steve,sandy,stevie
i can not imagine the grief and pain you are feeling with the loss
of scott
i am so sorry
Please know that our hearts and prayers are focused on you and your family during this difficult time. We are so sorry. Roger and Debbie
Dear Steve and Sandy, there are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss of Scott. I have prayed many times this week for your family. We will continue to lift each of you up. Love Joe and Kristin Johnston
My heartful condolences, the entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve,
Very sorry to hear of the death of your son. I will be praying for you and your family.
David Wallace (Rock)
Joshua 1:9
Steve, Sandy, and Steve Jr. So very sorry to hear we've lost Scott. Scott never failed to make a impression on everyone he knew. I was no exception, he really liked the outdoors and was one of a few friends Jared had that helped hand plant 8k pine trees on our farm when they were young teens. Thoughts and Prayers for y'all. I won't be able to make the service tomorrow, I have treatment all day tomorrow at UAMS.
Sandy & Steve, Landers/McMahan families, I am praying for peace & calm right now. Praying for the physical hurt in your heart. Praying for the total devastation & pain you feel. Loved your Dad Sandy. He was a great comfort to me when Brittany died. Love & prayers, Datha
My heart breaks for you all. Praying God’s peace and comfort for you during this sad time. These verses wrap around my heart and still give me great comfort since the death of my precious G. I pray they bless you as well. Psalm 23 comfort; John 14:1-27 peace: Proverbs 3:5-6 courage to go on. Praying for you all.
Steve & Sandy He definitely left a legacy and many memories even with myself that I will cherish forever. He was book only half written. My prayers are with you always.
Lori Eastin
Our deepest sympathy to The Landers Family on your loss of Scott. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
I was privileged to know Scott as a child. I was his 2nd grade Sunday School teacher. He was such a sweet and kind young boy. When I purchased my Corolla, he made a point to come out and say hello. He remembered me and I was so touched by his kindness.
My thoughts and prayers go to his entire fami!y and close friends and colleagues. His light still shines.
To Sandy and Steve my heart breaks for you in the loss of your sweet son. It’s a loss I have not had and cannot fully understand this type of pain. My prayers will be with you as you navigate this new chapter in your life.
To Lauren my sweet one who I have so enjoyed being a part of your life and watching your life grow with Scott and your babies. You will remain in my prayers as you begin a “new normalâ€. You are greatly loved by many.
Steve, Sandy and the entire Lander’s & McMahan Families,
I can’t tell you how shocked and saddened to hear of your loss! Our thoughts & prayers go out to you all in the days ahead. My heart truly aches for you Steve and Sandy. May our dear Lord wrap his arms around you all.
Thoughts and prayers with the family.
When you are brokenhearted, I am close to you. Psalm 34:18
Prayers for all of Scott’s family.
Our prayers are with you Mr and Mrs Steve Landers and all of the Landers Family and extended family. May God encourage and strengthen you and pour out His Comfort round about you, from all of us at Adams Pest Control and DKraft Auto Sales, LLC; David Kraft and Sylvia Adams Kraft
Our prayers are with the Lander's family.
The Entire Landers Family, I am so sorry to hear about Scott, he will be missed by all that knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray God will bless you with comfort and peace that truly passes all understanding
So sorry for the loss of a great man. Prayers go out to his family .
You leave a huge legacy for one so young Scott. We will see you again some day on the streets of gold my friend.
My heart breaks for all of you losing your spouse, father, son, brother, uncle. Words cannot express how sorry I am for you all. My prayers are for you all as you walk this time of sorrow and grief. May our Lord Jesus Christ comfort you grant you His peace that surpasses all understanding.
I didn’t know Mr. Scott Landers and only seen him a couple times at auto auction. I know his Dad, Mr Steve Landers and if he was like his dad, he was a true gentleman and a Good Samaritan. As it was said his accomplishments are overwhelming, and that’s something that will live in the hearts of everyone that knew him. Prayers for his family that God will be with them thru this time of celebration of his life. May God Bless, from David and Sylvia Kraft.
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. We cherish our time we had with the PA football team many times at your home, Steve & Sandy. Scott was always a pleasure to be around. So sweet and considerate always. Always had a smile. You are in our prayers. Much love for all of you.
I remember baseball days with Scott and my son Zack when they went to school together. May you all feel the loving arms of our Lord holding you tight.
I can’t begin to tell you, how sorry I am that you all are going through the loss of Scott. He was an incredible man. Always so friendly and nice. Please know, that I am praying for peace and understanding for all of you. â¤ï¸
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Landers family.
Dear Friends- sending prayers your way. We cherish memories of times shared. Even as a small child, Scott’s precious smile was infectious. Blessings~Randy & Debbie Green
I’m so incredibly sorry to hear about your loss. I’ll always have fond memories of Scott from our PA Bruin days. Sending prayers for your family. Sincerely, Annemarie
On behalf of myself and my sons, Nathan Moore and Tyler Moore, we send our love and thoughts to the Landers family. Scott was a fine young man and friend.
We watched him grow up as a child thank you for sharing your family â¤ï¸ Mr Landers because of that we all share your lost. We are praying for y'all
Our prayers are with each of you at thus time.
I am so sorry for your loss. Scott was a great young man. Our family is praying for the entire Landers family.For strength and healing. God bless.
I’m so sorry about Scott. I have been praying for the family. Sandy and Steve, our family (Brisbin’s), have loved you and your family all your lives.
Sandy and Steve my heart goes out to you and your family at the loss of your son. I pray in time your pain will lessen and happy memories will help to heal you.
My condolence to the family y'all are in my prayers
We were so sorry to hear of Scott’s passing. You wil be in our prayers.
We are praying for strength for the entire family.
Our deepest sympathy!
We send our love and prayers to you.
The Landers Family- our hearts are just broken for your family. We always enjoyed stopping by the dealership when we were visiting Amber and Drew in LR; bringing meat sticks and jerky by for the boys to enjoy. No words can help right now, but know that our love surrounds you all now and the days to come. Sincerely, Sam and Dianne Western, Western's Smokehouse, Greentop, MO.
So sorrow to hear about your loss. Prayers for the family.!!!!
Steve and the Landers Family, we are in shock that a young man that we all grew to love by watching Landers TV Commercials was taken away so suddenly when life was just beginning. We are all sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all. If we can help you in any way, let us know.
Joyce Johnson, Board Director
Central Arkansas Corvette Club
Little Rock, AR
Praying for Peace and Grace for Lauren and kids and All of the Family
We are very sorry for the loss of Scott. He will definitely be missed. Your all in our thoughts and prayers.
My heart goes out to all the family. I cannot comprehend the grief of losing a child. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort.
I can't Thank you enough for the business talks and the philanthropy expressed through me for the local youth of Little Rock, Ar
You impacted so many lives
Over the years getting to know Scott are memories that we will have forever. He has his fathers spirit and drive to be the best of the best and was very successful in all of his adventures. Our hearts are heavy for the Landers family during this time. Love and prayers for this sweet family. Love, Steve and Angela Sins.
We are so sorry for your loss, RIP Scott.Sending Prayers and Hugs Kathy Tramel and Alta Tramel
Steve,Sandy and family, we want you to know that we are sending prayers and our love. Scott grew up to be an outstanding young man. We were all so proud of him. May God's peace comfort you and help you through. Love, Jim and Vicki
Mr. Steve, Stevie and the entire Landers Family; myself and my family are so sorry to hear about the loss of Scott. Our prayers and thoughts are with each of you during this time.
Sending prayers of peace and comfort to his family, work family, and friends. He will be missed.
I love you all
We are sorry for your loss. He was such a great man and will be missed.
Scott was an amazing person and a true leader, he gave me an amazing opportunity by bringing me on in 2016, every handshake, smile, embrace was always met with a smile and my sincerest condolences to the Landers family, his presence will always be felt....Godspeed my brother cause your legacy has begun.
Words can't express how I feel right now, thinking about the Landers family. I will pray for the family ðŸ™. Scott thanks for being a true friend for the ones u touch in your short life. May the Lord cover your family.
Steve, we are so sorry to hear about your son. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
We never know God’s plans for our lives, we can only put our faith and trust in Him. We are blessed to have had Scott in our lives and the impact he has had on so many will go forever. Our sincere condolences and prayers for the family.
Steve, Sandy, and Stevie,
You are in the Juengel's thoughts and prayers at this time.
Stewart Juengel
Although I do not know your family, and cannot imagine your grief, I just wanted to say Scott, his brother, and father brightened so many peoples’ day whenever we would watch their fun-loving commercials. The teasing and pranks they played on each other, and then showed on TV to all of us, would make you laugh on any day.
I trust looking back on his life, the family will see what happiness he brought to everyone.
We are so very sorry for the huge loss you all are experiencing. Our thoughts and many prayers are with you all. May God bless you during this horrific time.
Steve and Sandy,
I was saddened to hear of Scott’s passing. He was truly one of the good people! His legacy will be remembered always and I will always be grateful for Scott. Praying for you and your family in the next few days. May god be with you!
Steve and Sandy and the Lander Family
I so sorry for your lose. We are praying for you and your family. My God wrap his loving arms around you and give you the peace and love that you will need at this time in your life.
Praying for all of your family that God will comfort you.
Sandy and Steve you have my utmost sympathy. I met Scott a couple to three years earlier through one of our family friends. For some strange reason he reminded me of his grandpa Bob , really nice guy that would probably do anything for you. I’m so sorry for your loss I pray for the whole family.
Our Thoughts and prayers to your families!
Sandy and Steve, our family sends love and prayers to you at this very difficult time. There are no words that can be spoken, to give you comfort, just know you and the entire Landers family are in our prayers.
My sincerest heartfelt condolences to the family. I pray God will wrap each of you in a veil of comfort.
There are no words for this heartbreak. But do know our hearts are breaking for you all. We are praying for you. Just know you all are on our mind constantly during this time.
Jimmy and Margurette Tice
Steve and Family we are at a loss for words will just say some prayers for all hope you all find some peace over the next few days and let Jesus look down on you.
Praying for you all. So sorry for your loss.
Prayers for the family
Dear Steve and Family,
I recently met you and Steve, Jr. Your kindness meant so much to me. I was heartbroken to hear about Scott. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Becca Carr