Ken worked road construction, but mainly farmed until his health started declining. Ken was a valued member of the community, in ways of helping anybody who crossed his path. He also loved going on road trips with his family when his kids were younger. One of Kens hobbies was curling, he enjoyed playing the sport as well as watching it on T.V. He loved reading his Louis L’Amour western novels. Ken leaves his wife of 46-years, Mary. His children David (Carly), his granddaughter Madison (William), Taylor, and Greyson. His daughter Kristie (Cory), Samantha, Max, and Katie. His sister Audrey Carlson and her children. Mary’s family Judy Badgley, sisters and brother in laws, nieces, and nephews. Predeceased by John and Inga Johnson, father-in-law Dave Badgley Memorial contributions in memory of Ken may be directed to the Norden Lutheran Cemetery.