John C. Land
John Carl Land, 62 of Tipton, died at home on Saturday, September 17, 2022. John was born in Ft. Campbell, Kentucky on October 2, 1959 to Arno C. & Chieko M. (Mori) Land.
John was a graduate of Tri-Central High School, Class of 1977 where he played football (Jersey #81) and wrestled. John attended Ball State and Purdue University majoring in Japanese Language. This made him one of the favorites at Subaru in Lafayette. While at Subaru, he won two years in a row Employee of the Year with No Absences, winning a new car each of those two years. Subaru/Izuzu then had to change their policy that you could only win one car.
John began his career as carpenter with his dad and Uncle who owned Clyde A. Smith Construction in Tipton, later Ashley Construction. Through this experience, John became a gifted journeyman carpenter. He and Dad built his beautiful home themselves taking great care of the handmade woodwork details inside as well as outside. He went on several mission trips sharing his carpentry talents in the Appalachian Mountains several times as well as Lake Charles, Louisiana in 2007 after Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005. He helped rebuild homes for those who were still struggling with the aftermath of Katrina.
John also had the deepest respect and honor for all those who served in the military. He especially admired and revered his dad.
John laughed a lot. He made other people laugh even more. He was very charismatic and never met a stranger. He was very generous. John also found solace being outdoors and he loved tending to his garden.
John is survived by his two sisters, Patricia A. Cohee and husband Carroll L., Kempton, and Lois L. Bell and husband Terry L. of Russiaville; two nephews, Derrick L. Cohee and Philip L. Achenbach, a great-niece, Macey Cohee and two great nephews, Anderson Cohee and Jedikiah Cohee and a special side-kick kid named Sylus. John was preceded in death by a nephew, Cason M. Cohee and his parents, CSM Arno C. and Chieko Mori Land.
A memorial service celebrating John’s life will be on Saturday, October 15 at ConneXion Church, 700 East Southway Boulevard, Kokomo, with Pastor Scott Pattison presiding. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 1:00 p.m. He will be buried in Russiaville Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Kokomo Rescue Mission or General James M. Hutchens Military Chaplain Scholarship Fund, Beeson Divinity School, ATTN: Gary Fenton, 800 Lakeshore Drive. Birmingham, Alabama, 35229.
Our dad served with General James Hutchens in Vietnam. We would be honored if you donated towards this amazing organization too.
Young-Nichols Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the Land family in their time of need.
My deepest condolences. I’m at a loss for words. God bless.
I learned more than construction terminology and techniques from John during my teenage years. Deeply saddened by this news; however, great memories. My sympathies to the Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Patty
Sincerely, Tim and Kathy Mendenhall
Heartbroken, but thankful for many great memories that I will cherish forever.
Deepest condolences. R.I.P. my friend.
So saddened to hear of John’s passing. He was such compassionate man and friend to many. He sincerely loved his family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loving sister’s, Patty, Lois and your entire family. RIP John…
Maurice & Lisa Ferguson
I was so sad to hear this news. Your whole family has had a special place in my heart. So many memories. Sending lots of hugs and prayers to you all.
Happy Birthday, John! Much love sent to you!
Sincere condolences to Johns family. He had a sparkle in his eyes and did make those around him smile. Josie & George.
I’m so sorry to hear this,,me and another great ( Randy Buckley) my best friend in the world,,did work for John when he was building his house,,he was very imaginative,, especially building his house,, most people make changes in the designs on the blue prints,, over time,, John made em in a conversation drawing his ideas in the dirt with a stick,lol, but his conversation skills were so we understood what he wanted,,my xwife used to work an was friends with his Mama,,I met her several times,,and could understand her very well,, John would say how can you understand her so well,,I said,,I’m from Tennessee,, people like her n I been misunderstood most of our lives,,he’d look at me an laugh,,he would call me n Randy out to the woods where he was gonna build his house like it was some emergency,,we’d run out there,, he’d be standing out by the road,,hed say,,can ya see it,,i was looking for a bird ,, Randy was looking at me,,John kept saying can you see it ,, well I didn’t get too worked up because he was looking towards the south not the east,,he was trying to get us to visualize a turret he wanted built into his house,,lol,,he was a great guy,,I’ll stop here because stories like that can go on and on,,my deepest condolences
John will be missed loved his family spent time with Arno an Yuki John was a super person many great memories
Patty and family you have my deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss.
Funny, witty, caring and giving comes to mind when John’s name comes up. Such a great guy and will always be remembered. Don and Phyllis Frawley.
Saddened to see this Patty. I have fond memories of Arno and John taking us through his house as he was building. Our sympathy and prayers are with your family as you part with yet another family member. Much gratitude is owed to you all for the sacrifices you made as a military family. Sincerely, Jim and Cindy Woolf
Patty I’m sorry to hear of your family’s loss , may God Bless each and every one of you with strength and fond memories !
My deepest condolences to the Land family. I went to school with John, class of 77, and I just wanted to say I never saw John without a smile on his face. He was always kind to everyone. He stood out in a good way! He will be missed here on earth, but I’m sure he is smiling with loved ones in Heaven.
R.I.P.
I got the pleasure of knowing John while sharing breakfast with him at Sherrills. Funny, witty, smart, and very compassionate about everything.
he truly loved everyone. He gave his all in everything he did. We considered him a true friend. We will miss you.
Our deepest sympathy to his family.
Always ran into him at the oddest times and places, but enjoyed catching up and always, always laughing. My sincere condolences and prayers to the Land family. I know he is surely missed.
So sad to hear this news. John always made people smile when around him. Loved working with him at Subaru for so many years. RIP my friend.
I’m completely in shock! I just found out about John’s passing. I had been trying to call him for awhile, just thought he lost his phone, again. I met him in 2011, when I started working at Caterpillar, and we’ve been good friends ever since. We would call each other, frequently. Had many great conversations, and a few beers, with John. May he have a great reunion with his parents, who he spoke of a lot. I will truly miss him and our phone calls. R I.P. my good friend, John. My sincerest apologies to his family and friends.
I worked with John at Subaru Paint Shop in the 90’s -2000 he was such a great guy to talk to and work with!
He could make you laugh even in the.most stressful moments!
He was a friend to everyone and very good at his job! I always remember the time when he won 2 cars for attendance at our Xmas party couldn’t happen to a nicer guy!
My deepest sympathy and condolences to his family and friends!❣️
RIP my friend!❤️
I worked with John at Subaru Paint Shop in the 90’s -2000 he was such a great guy to talk to and work with!
He could make you laugh even in the.most stressful moments!
He was a friend to everyone and very good at his job! I always remember the time when he won 2 cars for attendance is at our Xmas party couldn’t happen to a nicer guy!
My deepest sympathy and condolences to his family and friends!❣️
RIP my friend!❤️
Pat and Lois Lee and family, Words cannot express the sadness the Etchison family feels for you and yours hearing the news of John’s passing. Haven’t you had enough? Know that our hearts and prayers are with you, even if we are not there in person. We love you all, already forever miss your parents, Cason, and now John, and wish for only joy for you and yours in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy, Diana (Etchison) and family
Patty, I’m so sorry for your loss; I always liked being around John, it seemed he was always smiling and laughing about something. Please accept my condolences.
I’m sorry to hear this. John and I went on a date in high school because our moms knew each other. No chemistry but was always a good friend. Chikako and Chieko. Covering everyone in prayer🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻
Remembering my friend and fellow classmate. I miss your smile and the good times we shared. Until we meet again.