Kenneth E. Land, age 79, of Portage, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2018.  He was born in southern Illinois on April 3, 1938 to the late Richard and Elsie (nee Norman) Land.  He served in the United States Army and retired from Bethlehem Steel, 160 inch Plate Mill, after 32 years of service.

Ken is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Judith (nee Williamson) Land; daughters, Lori Land, Kristy (Brian) Timm; son, James Land (David Brotherton); 4 grandchildren, Cory Land, Nicole (Mathew) Tolman, Megan (Joshua) Kuehl, Sabrina Faught; 9 great grandchildren; sister, Nancy (Nathan) Hunt; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Cremation has been entrusted to Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, 219-942-2109.  Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.