A memorial service for Ken Landers, 63, of Athens are scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2015 at Carroll-Lehr Funeral Chapel with Richard Morris officiating.
Mr. Landers passed away May 25, 2015 at his residence.
He was born April 3, 1952 in Memphis, Tennessee to Dee Wit and Helen Porter Landers. Ken played minor league baseball several years. He was a very adventurous man who would tackle anything. He was a fine home builder developing many subdivisions. Ken had an entrepreneurial spirit and was involved in many things. He had been a resident of Athens the past nine years. He was a private pilot with jet, helicopter and instructor certifications. He had a passion for flying. Ken was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all.
He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers Ricky Landers and Donnie Landers.
Survivors include his wife of 40 years C. L. Landers of Athens; son Preston Landers and wife Andrea of Austin; daughter Lauren Porter and husband Coby of Menard; grandchildren Noble Porter and Sutton Porter; brother Larry Landers and wife Annie of North Richland Hills.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the East Texas Food Bank, 3201 Robertson Road, Tyler, Texas 75701.
You may leave a message of condolence or light a memorial candle for the family at www.carroll-lehr.com.