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Michael King Obituary

Michael and Thelma King MT. PLEASANT - Michael W. and Thelma S. King, a unique and beautiful couple, died together in St. Maarten, Virgin Islands on September 21, 2012. Thelma was the daughter of Sarah Seymore Strickland of Columbia, SC and the late John Henry Strickland. Michael was the son of Sarah L. "Sally" Gripkey of Irmo, SC and Jerry L. King and step-mother, Jane C. King of Kings Mountain, NC. Both Michael and Thelma were successful entrepreneurs who enjoyed life together to the fullest. They had a deep respect and love for each other, family and friends. Loved ones knew them to be kind, gracious, generous and fun-loving individuals. Their impact on so many will never be forgotten. In addition to her mother, Thelma is survived by her sister Lois S. and spouse, Mac R. Swain of Chapin, SC; nephews and spouses, Justin P. and Aimee W. Swain of Charleston, SC and Michael R. and Christy H. Swain of Columbia, SC; great nieces and nephews, Kylie Swain, Jesse Swain and Greta Swain. She was predeceased by her father and grandparents, James C. and Mollie B. Seymore and J. D. and Daisy Josephine Strickland. Michael is survived by his parents, sisters and brothers and their spouses, Karen K. and Jeffrey A. Moser of Cary, NC, Todd and Paula A. King of Chapin, SC and Susan J. King of Irmo, SC, and Finley and Eden Z. King of Mt. Pleasant, SC; nieces and nephews, L. Leigh Moser, W. Jacob "Jake" Moser, Sarah T. "Torre" Moser all of Cary, NC, Colden T. King and Madison A. King both of Chapin, SC, Sarah S. King and Gibson G. King both of Mt. Pleasant, SC. Michael was predeceased by grandparents, William E. and Sarah T. Leigh and Denver O. and Louise B. King. Services for Michael and Thelma King will be conducted at 4:00 PM Wednesday, October 3, 2012, at Chapin United Methodist Church by Rev. Jody Flowers and Rev. Paul Allen. Visitation will also be on Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall at Chapin United Methodist Church, 415 Lexington Ave., Chapin, SC. Memorials are suggested to the Thornwell Home for Children in Clinton, SC (thornwellhome.org) and to Chapin United Methodist Church. The family greatly appreciates the outpouring of love and support that has been shared with them during this tragedy. They humbly request that you respect their privacy and allow them to be together as a family following the service and to resume your visits on the following day. Mike and Thelma's wishes for all were to live life each and every day to the fullest. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.whitakerfuneralhome.com Whitaker Funeral Home of Chapin is assisting the family. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 25 to Sep. 30, 2012.

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Eddie Cromaz

September 19, 2019

I think of Mike and Thelma often ...I miss the good times we had ...God Bless their families and May God Bless their souls ❤

Eddie Cromaz

October 18, 2012

God bless Mike and Thelma King, also the families and friends of Mike and Thelma..They will never be forgotten....

Police Officer

October 9, 2012

RIP Mr. and Mrs. King. Deepest sympathy to family and friends.

Evelyn Southard

October 4, 2012

Unbelievably tragic. Jane, May God hold you and your family in his arms and give you peace.

October 4, 2012

Two angel's have graced Heavens gate. God bless u all!!

October 3, 2012

timothy a netecke

N. Chattman

October 3, 2012

Sending prayers and deepest sympathy to family and friends.

Sylvia Copeland

October 3, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with both families of Mike & Thelma...May God bless and comfort you in the days ahead.

Bill and Elaine Miller

October 3, 2012

Our hearts and prayers are with you all today as you lay Mike and Thelma to rest. They will be missed and never forgotten.

Bunny Parish

October 3, 2012

My thoughts and prayers continue for all of you, especially today as you celebrate Mike and Thelma's lives. Each of you have a special place in my heart. Love you.

Mary Anne Jones

October 2, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Susan, and your entire family during this tragic ordeal. God has gained 2 new angels that will be missed. If there is anything I can do for you or your family please let me know.

Patti Smith Yates

October 2, 2012

Lois, my deepest sympathies are with you and your family. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Richard McCuen

October 2, 2012

I just ran into Mike at Water's Edge on Shem Creek the Monday before he left for St. Marteen. We hugged and had a nice chat about his new spiced rum business, shared a beer or two, and caught up on old times. Little did I know this would be the last time I saw my old friend alive. I have known Mike and Thelma for over forty years and never had a cross word with either one of them. Two lives WELL LIVED, and tragically cut short. They touched people's lives from Columbia, to Mt. Pleasant, to the Carribean. My heart goes out to The king's and the Strickland's.

October 2, 2012

Heaven has 2 more Angels!! How blessed we were to have known & made memories w/ them. They were & always will be SPECIAL & LOVED!!!
May the Lord bring the families peace & comfort. Thelma & Mike are together & fine. Our hearts hurt for you!
Bruce & Patty Seawright

Sherry Tickel

October 2, 2012

My heart is broken for all of you. May God Bless you and be with you in the days ahead.

Terri & John Clark

October 2, 2012

Our Hearts go out to Thelma and Mike's family. RIP.

Sean Riley

October 1, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family during this time of loss. I serve in the Columbia Lions Club with Todd, and my family and I were truly saddened to hear of Michael and Thelma's tragic passing.

Cathy Toussaint

October 1, 2012

Michael & Thelma's memories will live forever in everyone hearts. May God bring your Families comfort today and always.
I knew Thelma's beauitful smile from Wachovia Investments.

Mark/Belinda Inabinet

October 1, 2012

Words cannot begin to help you ease the pain of losing loved ones, but I truly hope you find God in the center of your comfort. love, Mark and Belinda Inabient

Carol Kiparisus

October 1, 2012

I didn't know Mike or Thelma but my brother,Donnie Briggs and Mike were friends.My heart goes out to both families, I know the loss of a child.May God wrap his loving arms around each of you and embrace his love and comfort.Our condolences from the Briggs Family...

October 1, 2012

Words are but letters put together on a page, in a book, used to express love, hope, compassion, and sadness. I grieve with their families, their friends, and their passing has placed a hole in all our hearts. Perhaps they are smiling on us from heaven and saying "we're fine up here in Heaven, please remember the good times, the laughter, the jokes, the tears and know that we are here waiting for you when God decides your time. We were together in life and now in death. Do not grieve but rejoice and celebrate what made us who we were and who you are yet to be." God's presence is with you. Let his comfort blanket you through your sorrow and his peace fill your hearts.

Trish Ritter Ballington

Carla Lewis-Watson

October 1, 2012

Our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you and your families.

Steve Wyndham

October 1, 2012

Ms. Sally, Karen, Todd, and the families of Michael and Thelma,

My heart goes out to you for your great loss. I have no words that can express my sympathy and sorrow at this tragedy. May God grant you his peace in the knowledge that you will see them again.

Cindy Gentry Shumpert

October 1, 2012

May the Memories You Hold Dear in Your Hearts Keep You in Peace.Praying the Lord Will Strengthen & Fill You With Healing,Until You Are Reunited With Your Beloved Ones in Heaven.

Kathy (Rabon) Riedel

September 30, 2012

Words can't say enough, just let you know my heart goes out to the Strickland and King families.....I grew up with Thelma and Lois on Dothan Rd.

Adelle Stanley

September 30, 2012

Todd and family I am praying asking Jesus Christ to hold you in His arms, give you peace that only He can give and awesome memories that will flood your thoughts. God bless you ALL. Much love Adelle

Bruce, Lynne, Andy, Hannah Grace Moore

September 30, 2012

Ms Sally, Todd,Paula,Colden,Madison and entire King Family,

Bruce,Andy, Hannah Grace and I miss and love you all so very much. We have not seen you in so long since Todd and Paula and our fmaily moved from one of our favorite culdesacs ever. We will always hold dear our precious memories spent with you, Todd, Paula, Colden, Madison, Thelma and Mike and all the King Family. We had so many special times with you all and while the kids are grown and time has passed we always hold you all dear and close. Thelma and Mike are truly blessings and our family is truly forever blessed by having them in our lives. We love you! Bruce Lynne Andy and Hannah Grace Moore

September 30, 2012

To the family of Michael and Thelma, may God be with you during this difficult time. Psalms 46:1

Ann Williford

September 30, 2012

This is so sad RIP Mr. & Mrs. King
From the staff of Quality Inn Fort Jackson Columbia Sc
Our condolence to the family

Pam Chick

September 30, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Thelma and Mike's families. What a horrible loss. I worked with Thelma at SCN and it was a joy to know her.
Love and prayers, Pam and John Chick

September 30, 2012

Mike and Thelma were truely one of a kind.Mike was a very honorable man,I have never met a better human being who cared about others as he did. It was a please working for him.We all at Central Label will miss you both!!!

Louise Simms
Central Label Products Employees

September 30, 2012

Sally there or no words to express my sorrow at this time. Remember the book you shared with me. I hope you can take comfort in it. Please know you are truly loved, I pray for your family at this time.

Susan Danny Camryn Weston Clements

September 28, 2012

Prayers for comfort to your families. Take some peace in knowing they are together always. We love you Madison!

Jules Shores

September 28, 2012

There are no words to describe this world's loss. God bless their families.

September 28, 2012

At times like this we can't help remembering how fragile life is. For those of us touched by the sweet lives of Thelma & Mike we will never be the same. Lois, Sarah, Mac and all te King family may you all find strength in th love of famiy and the warm embrace of friends. In Deepest Sympathy, Karen Nunn Horton.

September 27, 2012

Jody & I are heartbroken! But we know Mike & Thelma are together forever. Rest in peace our friends! You will both be sorely missed. Condolences to all family & friends.

Eddie Barkoot

September 27, 2012

My prayers are with Mike and Thelma's family at this very difficult time. They were two very special people and they will be missed. I performed their pest control for many years and they became dear friends.

Candace Fox

September 27, 2012

Thoughts and prayers deing sent to the family. Rest in Peace forever.
Candace Johnson Fox (daughter of Robert L. Johnson)

Kristen Sammons

September 26, 2012

RIP Mike & Thelma! Gone but never to be forgotten .....

Kevin & Kristen Sammons

September 26, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family and friends of Mike & Thelma King. They were two great people and will be truly and deeply missed. Not a day goes by that we don't think about them both.

Karen Hixon

September 26, 2012

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Thelma and Mike. My heart goes out to Sarah, Lois, Mac, Justin, Michael, and family. Please know that God is in control and now has Thelma and Mike in His arms. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this terribly difficult time.

Sandra and Patrick Kent

September 26, 2012

Mike and Thelma leave many friends and fond memories. They will not be forgotten. Their kindness and love for each other will live on. Sympathies to the family in this time of sorrow.

Heather Negahdar

September 26, 2012

My heart goes out to the family and friends of Michael and Thelma King. May God have mercy on their lovely Souls, and welcome them into His Kingdom.

Dave and Ruth Pinkham

September 26, 2012

Our thought and prayers go out to the King and Strickland families and all of their friends here and in St. Maarten that they had and were so admired by. We will miss you both but will never forget you or the impact that your friendship has been in our lives. We love you both.

Lisa Nunn Smith

September 26, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the families of Mike and Thelma King at this very difficult time.

Janice Worrall

September 26, 2012

Sarah, Lois , Mac and families I have not stopped thinking of you all and have been praying since reading this tragic news. I hold Thelma and Mike and all of you in my heart. My condolences to the King family as well. Janice Worrall

Becky Thompson

September 26, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of Mike and Thelma King during this difficult time.

Kathy Sullins

September 26, 2012

Lifting up prayers for you all. Praying for comfort and peace during this time of sorrow.

Mary Poole-Brister

September 26, 2012

My deepest condolences to the families of Mike & Thelma. I am so blessed to have not only have had them in my life, but the opportunity to work for them. They will always remain a light within my heart to be treasured. God bless them both.

Scott Layton

September 26, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with both families of Mike & Thelma...May God bless and comfort you in the days ahead.

Tammy Moss Hicks

September 26, 2012

I have not seen Thelma or Mike in years but will always cherish the memories and fun times we had tailgating, or enjoying being at each others house. My thoughts are with both families.

Judy Nichols

September 26, 2012

You both will always live in our hearts and memories. May God bless you all and your families!

Terry Elkins

September 26, 2012

Lord, please take care of these wonderful people and the family and friends they leave behind. We will miss you!!!

Mary Ann Leonard Thompson

September 26, 2012

To the King and Strickland families, you are in my prayers, May the love of God surround you and bring you peace and understanding. I grew up in the same neighborhood with Thelma and Lois, (Dothan Road). My heart is very sad.

Lorri & Dave Evans

September 25, 2012

Our hearts and prayers go out to your families, you were wonderful neighbors back in the old days and two very special friends that touched our lives. Your kind hearts and smiles will be remembered always. May you rest in peace, together forever.

Pam Green

September 25, 2012

My heart goes out to the family of Thelma and Mike. May you find peace and comfort in knowing they are together.

Kevin Frangopoulos

September 25, 2012

You both will be missed. I will never forget the memories of all the fun times we had together, You both are true friends I'll never forget. Thoughts and prayers go out to the King and Stricland family.

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