Tim KING Obituary

KING, Tim A native of the South Bay, passed away peacefully on August 28th. Tim was a retired LAPD Harbor Area Captain. Professionally, Tim was in charge of security at two venues during the successful 1984 Summer Olympics. He was a distinguished expert marksman for LAPD. Tim also implemented the Hollywood Division Bike Detail, established the 3/12 work plan and started the Crisis Response Team. As a parishioner at St. Margaret Mary's Church, Tim volunteered in the Youth Program and chaperoned the World Youth Days in Denver and Paris. He worked the Lomita Fair for years. He will be greatly missed at Kaiser, Little Company and Torrance Memorial Hospitals as the annual Santa Claus who visited the sick children and anonymously donated toys to them. He was appointed to the LAUSD Local District 8 LDPCAC and was proud of creating S.P.I.N. (school principal/police information network). Tim served two terms as a member of the Lomita City Council and was recently re-elected. He held memberships in the Eagles, Kiwanis, FBINAA and Emerald Society. He earned a Masters Degree from CSULA. He is preceded in death by his father (John Sr.) and four beloved dogs (Sandy, Jessie, Hilary and Chelsea). Tim is survived by Valerie, his devoted wife of 35 years, mother (Janie), brothers John (Nancy), Fr. Greg, David (Susan), nephews Sean (Yanira), John William (JW), nieces Molly Foassis (Nick), Sheryl , Shauna King, great nephews Daniel, Michael King, Lukas Foassis, great nieces Makena Foassis and Victoria King. Vigil service at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, Lomita at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday; Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, SMM followed by interment at Green Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to LAPD Harbor Division explorers or Lomita Sheriffs explorers.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Aug. 31 to Sep. 2, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Tim KING

11 Entries

September 9, 2010

My dearest Valerie,
What a shock it was to hear about Tim's passing. We truly were blessed to have known Tim and have you both as neighbors.
Tim was a special man who touched many people with his humor and kindness.
We will keep you in our prayers and know that we are here if you need us.
What a great tribute the services were to the life he lived and the multitude of people he touched. He truly will missed by many people.
With all our love,
Trudy Coburn and Family

Mary Kay and Ron Romeo

September 8, 2010

Tim will always be in our hearts as we recall all the wonderful and funny things he did throughout his life. Our family was certainly blessed with his kindness, compassion and humor. We will miss him greatly. Our love and prayers go out to you Valerie. Tim was really blessed to have such a wonderful wife and soul mate. With love and sympathy, Ron and Mary Kay

Stephen Dodson

September 2, 2010

I met Tim at the S.P.I.N. Meetings, mentioned in his obituary, as the representative for the L.A. School Police Department. He was a good man, dedicated to his community, and when he saw a need acted on it and made things happen. I enjoyed working with him and know he will be missed by all who knew and loved him. My deepest sympathies to his family.

Tim, Thank you for the great memories. You are our hero and always be in our hearts.

Stella Bennett

September 1, 2010

Nicole and Mike Romeo

September 1, 2010

Tim was an amazing part of our family! He was so giving, caring and loving! He will be missed tremendously, especially his smile and his generosity. We have another very special guardian angel watching over us, especially you Valerie! Words can not even begin to express the loss we feel. Valerie, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers always. With love,
Nicole, Mike, Zach, Luke and Jillian Romeo

Kathie Palada Dixon

August 31, 2010

Dear Valerie,
I am saddened with the news of Tim's death. He was the "CAPTAIN" when I first started on the Crisis Response Team in 1993. He was always supportive and carried himself with such class. I remember how pleased he was with the results of an assignment he had asked of me and Eleanor Montana (also on the Crisis Response Team) to oversee in the area of Wilmington that was referred to as "Ghost Town". He wasn't quite sure if we could bring him any results but we did. I remember sitting in his office,he shaking his head and thanking us for a job well done. He asked "how did you do this"? I responded with, "it all has to do with how you speak to people and the respect you show" and that's always what I saw from him. Another memory was at a Christmas Party where he was given a set of angel wings to wear.

After he left Harbor Division it would be some years until I saw him again. That happened when I was asked by the Lomita Chamber of Commerce to be a keynote speaker several times at the event, "walk with me, I'm gang and drug free" event for the 5th graders. The last time I saw him was about 3 years ago. We talked about the Crisis Team and I told him how I knew that the program he had initiated helped so many people.

He will be missed by so many but he too with other caring people have left his imprint with all who came to know him. God blessed him in many ways, and you Valerie were one of the special blessings in his life. I send my prayers to you and may your heart feel the grace of God and His embrace taking care of you through this difficult moment in time.

With Wonderful Memories to Cherish....

Lynn (Frisco) Davis

August 31, 2010

As a member of his high school class of 1968 I always remember Tim as a vibrant active and enthusiastic person. He always cared more for others than himself and lived in a generous and benevolent way. He will be missed by many many people. He was a bright light of honor and integrity.....

Ken Blackwood

August 31, 2010

For nearly 2 decades Tim and Val have touch members of my family through their service to the community. Tim will be missed by so many for his kind heart and respectful approach toward others. May our prayers be with you.

Emilio Paerels

August 31, 2010

Dear Tim and family, we met at Gardena PD in February, 1971 when you and I were Police Cadets. I knew even then you were destined to do great things. You were a class act throughout your police career and continued to prove your selfless commitment to community service in the City of Lomita and at your parish church. I consider myself blessed to have known and worked with you. And I know our Savior has prepared a place for you. God Bless your family and loved ones in this time of sorrow. Until we meet again,

Ken and Debbie Meyers

August 31, 2010

In loving memory of such a wonderful person. May God grant the entire King Family strength & peace at this most difficult time of loss. Our prayers are with you.

Dan Hoffman

August 31, 2010

Celebrating a life well lived! His life was a living testimony to his faith, love for his family and community. May the Lord hold him in the palm of his hands and bring comfort to his family.

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