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Donald King Obituary

Donald William King - SAVANNAH - Donald William King, 85, of Savannah, Georgia, died April 15, 2014 after an extended illness. He was born in McBee, South Carolina to Evelyn and William King. He played football at the University of Kentucky under Coach Bear Bryant. In 1950 he joined the Marine Corps at Parris Island, during which time he met his beloved wife Emilie Elizabeth Cetchovich. They were married for over 52 years and were blessed with one child, their daughter, Kimberly Kay King of Savannah. After serving in the Marine Corps he was drafted by the NFL Cleveland Browns and played on the 1954 Championship team. He continued his football career with the Philadelphia Eagles and finished as a player on the inaugural AFC Denver Broncos in 1960. Don returned to Savannah and coached the Savannah Indians semi-pro football team, who won the 1968 League Championship. He was named Coach of the year. Don served as a U.S. Deputy Federal Marshall from 1970 to 1991 and received Commendation for Sustained Superior Performance. Don is remembered by his family and friends as a gentle, loving, kind man with a wonderful sense of humor. He especially loved his daughter Kim, who stayed with him during his years of prolonged illness. In addition to his beloved daughter Kim, he is survived by his granddaughter Elizabeth Liz Scarwid; his brother- in-law Ralph Cetchovich and his wife Jackie; his niece Pam Muzio and family; his niece Debra Shane and family; his niece Susan Snaza and family; his nephew Paul Cetchovich and family; and dear friends Ricky Scarwid and Les Haddad, and Don's little dog Walter. Christian Graveside service will be held at Bonaventure Cemetery, 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 19, 2014. Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com Savannah Morning News April 17, 2014 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries.

Published by Savannah Morning News on Apr. 17, 2014.
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Dear Kim,
So sad to learn of Uncle Don's passing. He was a wonderful, loving and caring man, father, husband and friend to all who knew him. May you find piece though our Father and Savior Jesus Christ.
Love and prayers .
Your loving cousin, Carla

May 1, 2014

So sorry to hear about your father. May he & Mrs. King rest in peace.

April 26, 2014

So sorry to hear of this today. He will be missed.

Dennis & Marla Chalker

April 21, 2014

My deepest condolences, what a great, kind man loved by all he knew. He will be missed. With love and heartfelt sympathy, Fillmon family.

Justin Fillmon

April 19, 2014

To Kim and the King family: I am so sorry for your loss.
I have known your dad for along time.He will be missed.
Krozer Earley

Krozer Earley

April 17, 2014

Kim,
We know how much you loved your dad and mom. You are truly an inspiration to everyone that meets you. Don and Emily are together again with no pain or suffering. May God hold you tight and keep you safe during this time. God gives us no more than we can handle. We love you. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Patsy,
Joni,Chris,Crystal,Kaylee

April 17, 2014

What a "GREAT" man was my friend Don King. He was a "MAN'S MAN" that you didn't have to look over your shoulder to see if he was with because he was trying to push past you. My prayers are with and condolences to Kim and other loved ones and the mant friends of Don. He will be sorely missed by all who has the privilege of knowing him and especially working with him.
"SONNY" STRICKLAND

April 17, 2014

Semper Fidelis, Mr. King.

April 17, 2014

Kim - we are sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You were a wonderful and devoted daughter to both him and your Mom - now both are smiling down on you and Liz. Keeping you in thoughts and prayers - Donna, Charles, Tim and Scott Samford

April 17, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Sally & Sherree Ernst

April 17, 2014

Kim - My heart is breaking for you. I know how close you and your dad have always been. I remember spending the night with you and laughing with your mom and dad. What special memories of our youth. He was such a loving and sweet man. May God hold you close during this time of grief. You and your daughter are in my prayers.

Carolyn Brooks Speir

April 17, 2014

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