SLWC/SKOL Team Member Retires After 22 Years

Steve Landis retired from his job as a conductor/ engineer for the Stillwater Central and South Kansas & Oklahoma railroads in late December but because of COVID restrictions at the time, his party was delayed until the team could safely get together and wish him a proper farewell.

Landis worked for the sister railroads out of Oklahoma stations in Lawton, Stroud, and Owasso for 22 years and remained injury-free for the entire time.

“Mr. Landis is a man that would do anything in the world for you,” said Nathan Champion, SLWC General Manager. “He was well respected by the customers and Watco team. Whenever I would seek his advice and opinion on a railroad matter, he was always straightforward and trustworthy.”

Landis plans to spend his well-earned free time on his farm, with his grandkids, and playing his guitar.

Nathan Champion, SLWC General Manager (left) and Jerry Waun, SKOL General Manager (right), present retiree Steve Landis with a plaque of appreciation for his 22 years with Watco.