KTVN - Rep. Amodei Praises Landsberry for Actions During Shooting
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Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei talked about slain Sparks Middle School math teacher Michael Landsberry on the House floor Wednesday.
The 45-year-old Landsberry, a member of the Nevada National Guard, leaves behind a wife and two stepdaughters. Police say he tried to intervene when he was shot in the chest early Monday morning.
Amodei (R-NV): "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mike Landsberry, math teacher, passed away just about 50 hours ago. He was 45, an Alabama native, high school athlete, coach, husband, dad, Marine, Nevada Air Guard Senior Master Sergeant and a friend. Mike Landsberry observed the horror of an active shooter at his school Monday morning and simply moved without hesitation instinctively into harm's way to protect others. In so doing, Mike made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the end to his students, his school and his community. Coach, you humble us all with your warrior's spirit, your compassion. They will be your lasting legacy. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace."
To help the community heal, several vigils, community prayers and fundraisers are being held in the coming week.
A candlelight vigil is scheduled for Wednesday at 7pm in front of Sparks Middle School at 2275 18th Street. The Patriot Guard and various veteran groups will participate in an honor guard.
The African American Clergy Council of Northern Nevada will hold a special prayer vigil Wednesday at 6pm at the Second Baptist Church of Reno at 1265 Montello Street. For more information, call 775-786-1017.
The Sparks Nazarene Church will hold a community prayer this Thursday night at 6:30 pm at 2200 El Rancho Drive.
The City of Sparks along with the Washoe County School District will hold a public candlelight vigil at 6pm at the Sparks Marina at the peninsula on the west side. The lighting of floating and handheld candles wil begin around sunset. There is a limited supply of candles. Participants are encouraged to bring their own. Parking is also limited around the Marina. As an alternative, parking is available at the Legends at Sparks Marina.
Sparks Christian Fellowship is holding a service called "Dealing with Tragedy and Where God Is In the Midst of it' at its 510 Greenbrae Drive location Sunday at 9am and 11am. The church will also accept donations for the victims' families.
Landsberry was a member of the Nevada Air National Guard and a Marine. McQueen High School and some military members will salute Landsberry this Thursday at the 7pm McQueen home football game. The tribute and salute will happen at halftime.
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