David Brian Landry

AUBURN – David Brian Landry passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 22, 2025.

He was born on Nov. 28, 1972, in Norway, to Valmond and Elizabeth (Parker) Landry, and graduated from Winslow High School in 1991. David went on to graduate summa cum laude from Bates College with degrees in economics and political science. He also earned advanced training certificates from the Wharton School, the University of Chicago, and Harvard Business School.

David began his career in medical billing before joining Spectrum Healthcare Partners and Spectrum Medical Management Company in 1998 as Chief Operating Officer. In 2007, he became Chief Executive Officer, a role he continued to hold with great dedication for 18 years. Under his leadership, Spectrum flourished as one of Maine’s leading healthcare organizations. In recognition of his professional and philanthropic contributions, David received the Crystal Heart Honoree Award from the American Heart Association in 2022. In addition, David served on many charitable boards and committees throughout the State of Maine.

While David was an exceptional leader and businessman, his greatest joy was his family. He loved traveling the world with his wife, Kelly, annual family vacation, and cherished every moment spent with his children. Known as “Papa Dave,” he found happiness in bringing laughter, warmth, and light to those around him. His kindness, generosity, and genuine care for others knew no bounds.

Predeceased by his brother, Peter, David is survived by his beloved wife, Kelly Landry of Auburn; his children, Alexander Landry of Palo Alto, Calif., Madelyn Landry of Bath, Lydia Landry of St. Augustine, Fla., Jackson Landry of Brunswick and Auburn, and Analiese Landry of Brunswick, and Lindsey (Ryan) Kaichen of South Berwick. He is also survived by his grandsons Carter and Drew Kaichen; his parents Val and Beth Landry of Winslow, his mother-in-law, Sandra Fortin; and his sister, Maria (Sean) Landry of Waterville, along with many extended family members and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Monday, Oct. 27, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at The Fortin & Pinette Group, 305 Alfred A. Plourde Parkway, Lewiston.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Church, 607 Sabattus St., Lewiston.

To share memories and condolences with the Landry family, please visit http://www.FortinPinetteGroupLewiston.com

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in David’s memory to The American Heart Association or The Maine Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.