Jimmy King

King, Jimmy David

Jimmy David King age 73 of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Springfield Regional Medical Center. Jimmy was born the son of Carl J. & Etta K. (Hall) King on May 29, 1950, in Springfield, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Charles, Ganny, Bill, & Carl "Slim" Jr. King; sisters Beverly Walters, & Mary Taylor. Jimmy is survived by his loving wife of 50 years Vickie King; daughters Amanda (Jaimie) Martin of Springfield, Wendi (Zoey) Riley of Springfield; sister Kimberly (John) Hankins; grandchildren Tyler, Kaylee Martin, Helena Mistry, Collin, & Casey Riley; longtime friend Steve Whitman; several nieces, nephews, & a host of friends. Jimmy was a hardworking & loving husband, dad, grandpa, & friend. He will be missed by all of those who love him. He was a longtime member of First Christian Church of Springfield. After graduating from Greenon High School Jimmy attended trade school to become an electrician. He owned and operated K&W Electrical Industries, Hawkins Electrical & was a proud member of IBEW local 683. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching war movies & westerns. He looked forward to the weekends when his family would get together for Sunday dinner. Friends & family may call on Monday, April 22, 2024 from 12PM – 1PM at RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME 838 E. High St. Springfield, Ohio where a funeral service will be held at 1PM. Entombment to follow in Rose Hill Burial Park Mausoleum. Expressions of sympathy may be left at www.richardsraffanddunbar.com