Kenneth Dale "Ken" Land

Kenneth "Ken" Dale Land, 89, of Manistique, Michigan died peacefully at his home under hospice care with his family by his side. He was born on May 26, 1935, to his parents Wallace Land and Verma Louise Meredith Land. Ken was a graduate at Sexton High School in Lansing and received his associate's degree at Pensacola Jr. College. As a young man he joined the Navy and so began a career lasting 22.5 years. He became an Aircraft Mechanic and an Air Crew Rescue team member. In 1960 he married his love, Helene "Carole" Ott and together created the million-dollar family with one son and one daughter.
Ken spent the greater part of his life living in Waynesboro, Mississippi until one day, he and Carole decided to move on a whim to the Upper Peninsula. He joined the Masonic Lodge and became a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. He was a member of the Grand Lagoon Yacht Club. He loved to go boating and being on the water. Hunting and deep-sea fishing were among his most favorite things to do. Ken was well traveled; visiting all fifty States and spreading his wings across the Atlantic Ocean to enjoy the beautiful culture, tastes, sounds, romance, and joy of life that is Italy.
Ken is survived by his wife of 64 years, Carole; his son Keith Land of Waynesboro, Mississippi; daughter, Heather (Mike) Roessler of Manistique, Michigan; his brothers, William (Jackie) Land, Ronald Land; his sister Judy (Jerry) Brija all from Lansing, Michigan. Ken is also survived by grand-daughter, Ashleigh, and great-grandchildren, Dillon and Emma.
Ken is preceded in death by his son, Kyle; parents, Wallace and Verma; and sister Barbara.
Memorial donations in Ken's honor may be directed to the Masonic Lodge in Myrtle Grove, Florida.
In accordance with the family's wishes no services will be held at this time.
Fausett Family Funeral Homes is assisting the family with the arrangements.