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George King Obituary
He departed this life on January 22, 2008, at his residence.
He was the son of the late George and Lottie King and the husband of the late Martha W. King.
He was also predeceased by his sisters, Ruth Morrison and Muriel Alice Martin; his brothers, John E. King and Thomas R. King, his wife, Martha W. King, and granddaughter, Robbi Mfon King.
He retired form the University of Virginia Hospital in 1981, having given 50 years of service.
He worked 15 years as a baker in the kitchen at the hospital and 35 years as supervisor of mail services in the University of Virginia Medical Center.
He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church serving as Sunday School Superintendent and Chairman of the Deacon Board. He was a member of the Pride of Virginia Masonic Lodge # 122.
Many in Charlottesville also knew him as an excellent baker and can attest to that through the many pies and apple turnovers he used to make.
His survivors include his children, Julia K. Stewart and her husband, Charles, of Belleville, Illinois George W. King, III of Charlottesville, Virginia, Robert K. King of Atlanta, Georgia; seven grandchildren, Tech Sgt.. Charles Stewart Jr., and his wife, Ginger of Scott AFB, Illinois Dr. Janiece N. Stewart of St. Louis, Missouri , Michael E. Stewart of Orlando, Florida, Precious White and her husband, Reginald, of Atlanta, Georgia, Tara King of Atlanta, Georgia, and George King, IV and his wife, Kelly of San Diego, California, Dana Vixamar and her husband, Steve of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; and four great grandchildren, Donovan White, Ryland Stewart, CheyAnn Hodge, and Aaniya Vixamar.
He is also survived by a sister, Sarah King Banks and her husband, Charles, of Kinston, North Carolina; two brothers, Clarence K. King of California and Harry King and his wife, Lillian, of Aurora, Ohio; many nieces and nephews; devoted friends, Julia Preston, Dorothy Allen, Jeanette Adams, and Harry and Mary Allen; his Masonic brothers; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, January 26, 2008, at First Baptist Church, 632 W. Main Street, with Dr. Bruce A. Beard officiating. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery.
The Family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, January, 25, 2008, at J. F. Bell Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers the family requests a donation be made to the Benjamin F. Bunn College Fund c/o First Baptist Church. 632 W. Main Street, Charlottesville, Virginia.
To pay condolences to the family you are invited to sign the guestbook at www.jfbell funeralhome.com
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for George King
WALTER and ANITA WASHINGTON
February 1, 2008
Words can not express the sorrow and loss we feel. Our sincere condolences to the family. We cherish years of good memories and repast. The King family are ever kept in our prayers. Stay in faith! God is good. Our brother is gone ahead of us to be with our Father. AMEN...So mote it be!! Alas, my brother!
Pearlie Yates Misiakowski
January 29, 2008
Dear George & Family,
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your father. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Al & Pearlie
Ellen Coleman Walker
January 29, 2008
Dear Robert,
I was sorry to hear about your Dad. Please know that I will keep you and your family in prayer.
Ebbie Taylor
January 28, 2008
George, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
CEADRIC L WASHINGTON
January 28, 2008
My condolences and expressions of loss to the King family. Brother King was quite an impressionable man. Kind , patient and well spoken. He mentored me with sound advice and humor. Brother King was one of a few in my close circle of advisors in Masonic Life. We were strong and had great times then. I remember some of his anecdotes fondly. I miss him..., and will continue to. God has blessed him! May God shower blessings on you!!
willis&evelyn jackson
January 26, 2008
Will keep you in prayer
Malinda Franklin Davie
January 26, 2008
To the King Family! It is with deep sorrow that we send our Prayers that God will comfort you in your time of grief.We thank god for his Life and were blessed to know him. Much Love Always
EMMA L. FORD
January 26, 2008
YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Elizabeth (Liz) Austin and Family
January 26, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathy in your time of loss of your loved one. May God bless your family.
Ferdinand D Harris Jr.
January 26, 2008
Robert I will never forget the times your dad took us fishing and
how I was always welcomed at your
house.
Angelee Godbold
January 26, 2008
George,
Deacon King was a tremendous blessing in my life. He and I even shared the same birthdate! Receiving a card from him was such a treat. What a strong presence of man...a man of honor and great respect. His love for the Lord was deep and reverent. I pray for comfort for you and your family.
Gale Kennon
January 26, 2008
I was deeply saddened to learn of Mr. King's passing. I came to know him during my work at the Mary Williams Senior Center. It never ceased to amaze me when he would recite long passages from Shakespeare and other poems. He was a humble and "gentle"man. Always with a smile and a kind word. He will be missed by me and his friends at the Center. God's grace is sufficient to comfort you in your time of grief. My prayers and thoughts are with all the family.
Sincerely
Gale Kennon R.N.
GHP COMP. LARRY WHITE
January 25, 2008
THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF SHARON GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER JOIN IN EXTENDING HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS HOUR OF SORROW
Alonzo Maloney
January 25, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
LARRY AND ANNIE WHITE
January 25, 2008
OUR SYMPATHY
TO LET YOU KNOW OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU TODAY AND EVERY TOMORROW
Ferdinand Harris Sr.
January 25, 2008
To: The Family
My sympathy goes out to each of you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead.
Gale Kennn
January 25, 2008
I was deeply saddened to learn of Mr. King's passing. I came to know him through my work with JABA at the Mary Williams Senior Center. He never ceased to amaze me when he would recite long passages from Shakespeare and other poems. He always had a smile and a kind word. He was truly a "gentle"man. He will be greatly missed by me and all his friends at the Center.
God's grace is sufficient to see you through this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peace be with you.
Gale Kennon R.N.
JABA
Rev Kaye Monroe
January 25, 2008
"Well done my Good and FAITHFUL servant......enter in". What a celebration there must be in heaven at the arrival of Deacon King. Surely he will be missed by us all, but greater still, how pleased God must be with his life, his service and his legacy. He touched all of us. God Bless you George and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deacon King will be dearly missed.
Rev Kaye Monroe and family
Brenda "Payne" Ross
January 25, 2008
My family and I give our deepest sympathy to the lost of your loved one. Mr. King whom we have known for many of years will be greatly missed. May God Bless all of you. Amen!
Earlene Maloney-Jones
January 25, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Earlene Maloney-Jones
January 25, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Leartis (Roscoe) Bowles
January 25, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sheila Collins
January 25, 2008
Greetings and you have our deepest sympathy. We have lost a brother.
Sis. Sheila Collins
Roberta Mason
January 25, 2008
To Robert,
Your dad will be greatly missed. I know that he has been a good and faithful servant for the Lord and may many blessings be bestowed upon the family. Yours in Christ,
Roberta (Preston)Mason
Madelyn Cressman
January 25, 2008
Your family has always been in my thoughts. Mr. King has given me wonderful childhood memories. I'm fortunate to have known him.
God bless,
Madelyn Bowles Cressman
Ophelia Payne (Mealy)
January 25, 2008
Mr. King was my first supervisor when I came to UVA as a young 17 year old. He took me under his wings and often told me I reminded him of his daughter. He was a kind and wonderful person.
My sympathy goes out to the entire family. A great man has departed this life and homebound for a much greater reward.
God Bless...
Donald and Betty Jean Jones
January 25, 2008
To The Family of The Late Mr. George King, Jr: We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Mr. King. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to bless you during this very difficult time.
Pastor Michael A. Turner, Sr.
January 25, 2008
May the family be comforted by the rich legacy of an upright man. "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord."
ellen marie fisher
January 25, 2008
Dear Brother George, my heart goes out to you and your family in this time of loss. Your father, Daddy King, just his very presence alone will be forever felt in his seat in the middle aisle at TMFBC. I will miss his warm hug and gently smile as he greeted me each Sunday morning. My children and I want you to know that you, Brother George of the jungle, as my children warmly called you hold you close in our hearts and prayers. In Christian Love, Sister Marie Fisher and children, Branden, Miles, WalterIII, Ellen, Cindy and Henry
William Owens
January 25, 2008
Let There Be Memories Let there be memories--fond recollections of special occasions and everyday things. Let your heart start on its journey to healing by feeling the comfort remembering brings. Let there be memories--pictures, mementos, and favorite stories both funny and sad. Let your mind wander the paths of remembrance, reliving the joys and the good times you've had. Let there be memories--signs that our loved ones remain near in spirit long after they're gone...tender, surprising, heartwarming, and welcome--sweet proof of the promise that love will live on. William Owens (Sam)and Family
Sis. Katherine M. Williams
January 25, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Ron & Cheryl Sheffey
January 25, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Michelle Bowles-Allen
January 25, 2008
Tara, Precious and family - you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Price
January 25, 2008
Mr. King was my supervisor 28 years ago at UVA Mail Services. He is the kindest and smartest person I have ever met. The whole staff loved him. He will be missed. I feel for your lost.
Leona (Dimples) Brown
January 25, 2008
To:The Family
You are in my thoughts and prayers.My King will always be remembered for the kind person that he was. He always had a smile and I never remember hearing him complain. Heaven has another angel.
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