Leonard King Obituary

Oct. 6, 1934 - Nov. 2, 2011 TUTTLE Leonard Wendall King, 77, passed away at his home November 2, 2011. With his death his family and friends lost a loving and generous man whose life left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He fought a gallant battle with ALS for several years. Leonard was born October 6, 1934 in Oklahoma City. OK. He owned Universal Press Inc. for over 30 years retiring September 2001. He loved being a member of St. Andrews Methodist Church and working as a greeter. Leonard married Nancy Voyles King February 16, 1979. They made their home in Tuttle, OK. Leonard treasured his time with his friends over 50 years at their monthly groups at Cattleman's. He is survived by his wife, Nancy of 32 years; his children, Ken and wife Sharon, Ronnie and wife Penny, Lisa Kesselring and husband Rich, Dana Swyden and husband Marty, David, Darla and husband Phillip, and Leonard Jr. and his wife Sheri; sixteen, grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. His memorial will be held Saturday, November 5, 2011 at 10:00a.m, at the St. Andrews Methodist Church 2727 SW 119th, Oklahoma City, OK 73170. Leonard left instructions that he wanted to be donated to the OU Medical Research Foundation. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Skyline Missions. A special thanks to Dr. Beson, his staff and to Russell Murray Hospice.

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Published by Oklahoman from Nov. 4 to Nov. 5, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Leonard King

15 Entries

Jim Glover

October 29, 2022

Nancy,
Leonard was such a special man, and every time I see his picture it reminds me of his warm loving welcome each time I would see him. You are the same way each time I see you, so I see him in you as well! Love you very much friend!

Jim Glover

October 29, 2021

What an Awesome man! Miss his incredible welcoming smile.

April 23, 2018

sorry for his passing!
I was looking for information on my own father, "Leonard King" who was born in Oct, 1931 in Oklahoma city. I found this Leonard King's information. I cant help but think, how very interesting. Two leonard Kings from Oklahoma in the 1930's. I hope your Leonard King, is well with God.

Leonard King Jr.

November 17, 2011

I was a "front door greeter" on Sunday mornings with Leonard. He treated me with love like we were family. He was warm, kind and loving toward everyone. What a wonderful example of the love God expects from us all. A loss to our church and community, but a great addition to the kingdom of Heaven. May we all strive to be like Leonard. May God provide comfort to his family. Nancy, we miss you. Love, Carolyn

Jean Hanson

November 6, 2011

To Nancy and Leonard's family ;
Bill and I were so very fortunate to have met you and had you as neighbors.
We will always be grateful to have be able to share time with Leonard. He was a very special person,
God Bless,
Bill and Jean Hanson
Las Cruces, NM

Fred Thomas

November 6, 2011

Leonard was a friend from Church, he would always find me and shake my hand, pat me on the back. Sometimes we would talk for a short time. You wouldn't think a friendship bond could happen with just those events, but Leonard's true Christian love for his fellow man came shining through. He made you happy, accepted and liked. I wish I could have been closer friends, but when I think about Leonard and that smile, I think he knew that. Fare well good friend, we shall meet again.

Lonnie Miller

November 5, 2011

Leonard & his wife Nancy were two of the nicest people I ever knew. My condolences to Nancy & family.

November 5, 2011

Nancy and family of Leonard, I was saddened to hear of Leonard's passing, I met Leonard while he owned the Universal Press building, but it seems like I knew him a lifetime. One of the good guys. May he rest in peace.
Louis R Gonzales
OKC

Jim Glover

November 4, 2011

We are so sad to have heard about Leonard today. We will miss his generous smile and greeting everytime we would see him. We were fortunate to have had the opportunity to know him and be his friend. He is now in a much better place, and is smiling down from heaven with the Lord Jesus.
Jim and Stephanie Glover

November 4, 2011

Nancy,
I am so sorry for your loss..you and Leonard have been so brave these last few years...May God richly bless you always...Nina

Tammie Erbar

November 4, 2011

What a wonderful man that I am so blessed to have had in my life and my daughters, he will forever be remembered,
"I love you, Nancy, and you are a big part of our lives and always will be".

I love you Papa King!!!!! We will miss you dearly

Lynsey Weaver

November 4, 2011

Papa king, you will be missed dearly. We are going to miss all your great stories, they would always put a smile on my face. I find peace in knowing you are in a better place. We love you very much!
Monte, Nicole, Kolson,& Quaid Wood
xoxo

sharon king

November 4, 2011

iam one lucky girl. had the best dad in the world and the best father in law. will miss
u and know u two are together. leonard if there is cooking in heaven find my mom she makes better choclate chip cookies than me. thanks nancy for being so wonderful. love your favorite daughter in law

Ronnie and Roxanne Wells

November 4, 2011

Ronnie and I will miss you dear friend.Nancy I am so sorry for your loss.My prayers are with your family for the coming days.Fly with the angels dear friend.

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