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Michael King Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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July 2, 2011
Jenny, I'm lighting a candle for you in memory of Mike and how much I know you miss him. But most of all to let you know how proud I am of you and strength you have show this past year. You are a great mom and role model for your son. Keep doing the wonderful job you do everyday because you have the greatest gift in the world, sweet sweet little Max!!! We love you and are blessed to get to share your life with you and the family! XOXO jodi, taylor and katie
April 10, 2011
Just one month ago i had an car accident and i was thinking about important people in my life. Now I´m looking for Mike, my awesome host dad in 2004 and i found this page. Often we forget about the wonderful people in our lifes and sometimes its just to late...
Mike you are the best host dad ever and I´ll never forget you.
Caroline from Germany
(Joan and Charlie I hope u remember me - I would love to get in touch - [email protected])
Caroline Joerg
April 10, 2011
Just one month ago I had a car accident and I started thinking about important people in my life. Mike was one year a part of my life - my awesome host dad. Now I´m looking for him and its to late. I cant meet him again. We often forget the most important things in life...
Mike i will never forget you! You are the best host dad ever!
Joan and Charlie I hope u remember me. I would love to get in touch. [email protected]
Caroline from Germany
Matthew Fix
November 10, 2010
Swam with Mike at St. Bonaventure. Lots of great memories. Much too young to leave us. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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Bob Barnett
July 28, 2010
I had the pleasure of working closely and traveling with Mike at Interact/Recoton. There was never a happy or funnier person. His spirit lives on in all who came in contact wth him.
Ashley Braswell
July 18, 2010
Jenny,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Rhonda Cilley
July 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I use to work with Mike many years ago at Curtis Mfg, and can truly say that he was one of the funniest, nicest people I had ever met. Lots of great memories of us all hanging out together, always filled with laughter. So very saddened to hear of his passing.
Beth Halvonik
July 14, 2010
Although I haven't seen Mike in years since we worked together at Curtis Manufacturing, I am at a complete loss for words. I just found out about this and am so very sorry for the family and friends. I can still remember his gigantic smile and great laugh!!! He will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jodi Ashcraft
July 12, 2010
Taylor, Katie and I are thinking of you daily. We love each of you so much and our hearts are very heavy. We are praying for you all.
Mike and Jenny in St Barts
July 11, 2010
Mike and Max in St. Barts. May 2010
July 11, 2010
July 10, 2010
Jenny,
Words will never do justice to the fond memories of Mike which I will always cherish - from his infectious laugh, his heroic attempts on the golf course, white beans and Pancetta, to the honesty and integrity he wore so comfortably on his sleeve . True friendship is so very rare in these challenging times, and I was lucky enough to have that with both of you. My family's prayers are with you and Max. Mike Dotson
July 9, 2010
I am at a lose for words. May he rest in peace and may the families get through this. He was a one of a kind type person that was taken too soon. Mike, you will forever be in my heart. God Bless! Kent Wasser (Chicago, IL)
Angela Keup
July 9, 2010
Jenny, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Brad Gray
July 9, 2010
Jenny, our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids during this difficult time.
I remember Mike as an always-friendly face. We didn't do a ton of business together but even years after our business relationship ended he warmly greeted me and we fondly caught up on family, business, and our favorite guilty pleasure of the Circuit City soap operas.
Someone once told me that to gauge a salesman's true nature ask him out to lunch after you no longer have a buy/sell relationship and see what happens. Mike was one of those people who would absolutely take the time even if he knew there was no "angle" for him. He was a true friend.
Roy and Dee Dee Hammock
July 8, 2010
Jenny,
We are so very heartbroken-that is the only word to describe how we feel this week. We are also so very sorry we cannot be there with you, Max, and Sophie this week and for the visitation and funeral.
Know that we love you and will be there for you. You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers.
Roy and Dee Dee
Jeff Fazler & Family
July 8, 2010
So sad to hear about Mike passing.
He was a teammate and a coach for me when I swam back at Woodbine. I remember watching in awe as he swam to a gold medal and Tri-County Championship Meet record in the 100 Free. He was an idol to all of us.
A few years later, he coached me to a gold medal free style relay and a we missed the Tri-County record by a mere 0.07. He was the man!
To my old friend, Kevin, to Mr and Mrs King, and and to all of Mike's friends and family, you have our deepest sympathy. Stay strong, you are in our prayers.
Sophie and Mike in St. Maarten in 2004
Katie Sigman
July 8, 2010
Pat and Mike Parker
July 8, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mike's family. We have many loving and fond memories of Mike and were so saddened by the news of his passing. He will be greatly missed by all of us who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Marty Kyle
July 8, 2010
I had the sincere pleasure of knowing Mike for a brief time while living in Richmond. His passing saddens everyone he touched. Mike had an easy way of illuminating the people around him with his easy grace, warm personality and witty humor. My thoughts and prayers are with his entire family and all of his friends and pray they find the strength and courage needed at this difficult time.
Kathy Ungvarsky (Zoranski)
July 8, 2010
To Jenny, Max, Sophie, Mr. and Mrs. King and Kevin - I was devastated to learn of Mike's passing. My heart goes out to each of you. I will continue to keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers, and I hope you find strength in each other and the wonderful memories you have together. My memories of Mike as a fellow teammate at Wahoos will always be special. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Patrice Curley
July 8, 2010
I am so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. He was always so full of life and fun and good will. It was my pleasure to grow up with him and swim on a team with him at Woodbine Swim Club. I and my family are thinking of you and praying for you.
Patrice (McConnell) Curley
Margie Flannigan
July 7, 2010
Joan, Charlie, Kevin and Mike's Family, so saddened to hear the news. We have so many memories from Woodbine which include Mike, Kevin, Charlie and you, too, Joan (esp.). Mike was a great swimmer and a great person, he will be deeply missed. Margie Flannigan (Badger)
July 7, 2010
Please accept our sincerest condolences.We are praying for you
Lloyd and Patricia Younger
Ottawa, ON
John Bustard
July 7, 2010
Jenny, I am terribly sorry for your loss. Mike used to be my teammate and then swim coach back in New Jersey (Woodbine), and was an absolute fantastic and fun-loving guy. I am sure he will be greatly missed, and I wish you and your children peace and strength during this difficult time.
Mr. and Mrs. King and Kevin, what can I say other than I am shocked, saddened and offer you all my deepest sympathies. Mike, again, was a truly great guy. I will always have fond memories of him as my teammate, coach and friend (especially his hearty, joyful laugh). Best wishes.
John Mc Henry
July 7, 2010
Our prayer's with you! God Bless You! John&Dolly Mc Henry.
Rebecca (Huffman) Lopacinski
July 7, 2010
I was so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. The fond memories of Woodbine Swim Team came flooding back and it seems like yesterday. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick & Roxanna Urban
July 7, 2010
My heart goes out to Jenny, Max & Sophie. Mike was such a good and loving person. He always found the good in everything. He was always so positive and full of life. He will be greatly missed and can never be replaced.
Liz Chidester
July 7, 2010
To all of Mike's family espcially, Jenny, Sophie and Max:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all especially during this trying time in your lives. I had the pleasure of working with Mike years ago and no matter how professional he was during business times, his fun personality always shone through. He could definitely always bring the sunshine into a room/crowd and make everyone laugh. I had the pleasure of seeing him in Vegas in January and he couldn't talk enough about his wonderful family and direction his life was taking. He was a very proud daddy and husband. He will be sadly missed by all and there aren't enough words in the English language to convey our sincerest sympathies.
May you find strength and peace in all your special memories of Mike and may you be blessed with an abundance of courage from all the love and support of those whose lives he touched.
With deepest condolences,
Liz and the Chidester Family
July 7, 2010
Jenny-
Mary, the boys & I, are so saddened my this. Know that we are thinking of you, Sophie, and Max and praying that you may receive strength and, in time, peace through grace.
Scott Kulp (Ashlawn neighbor)
Jennifer Taylor
July 7, 2010
Jenny, my thoughts and prayers are with you, the entire King family and your Mom and Dad. Your Mom and and Dad were very proud of Mike and always shared his and your family's accomplishments. I will never forget how his company helped a family recover and relocate after katrina. It was a gift to be able to be with you and him as you placed so many gift cards into this famiy's hands in their time of great need. I was so moved by this generous act of Mike's. May God Bless You All and Be With During This Time!
Jennifer Taylor
Chris, Louise & Andrew
July 7, 2010
Can Can and all of our staff wish to send along our deepest condolences to Jenny and her family. Thanks for being such a wonderful part of the Can Can family. We will miss Mike dearly.
July 7, 2010
Jenny, Max, Sophie & To All Who Knew & Loved Mike - We are thinking of you & are so sorry for your loss. If there's anything at all we can do......we're here for you. Julie & Dan
Coach
Kathy Mirandy
July 7, 2010
Jenny, Max, Sophie, Charlie, Joan, Kevin - Our thoughts and prayers have been with you since we heard of Mike's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies from the Mirandy and Fazler swimming families of New Jersey.
Lisa (Barnes) Keblusek
July 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that we are thinking of you all at this very sad time.
Leo Riley
July 7, 2010
I had the pleasure to be able to work with Mike and saw the real person in Mike King. He loved his family first, friends second, Philadephia Sports third and job last. Jenny, Sophia, and Max, be proud of him and keep his spirit alive in your hearts!
Visha Wallace
July 7, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out Mike's family and friends during this very difficult time. Mike was our next door neighbor for a little while, and he was an all around fun, witty, and hilarious person - just so great to be around. He will be missed.
July 6, 2010
Jenny . . . Wendy and I want you to know that our heartfelt sympathies and prayers are with you. The loss is barely imaginable. I hope it is some comfort to you to have the profound affection of so many friends expressed in such abundance. With warm regards to you . . . Wendy & Dennis Carlton (St. Barths & Santa Barbara)
Brian and Sally Hennessy
July 6, 2010
Our prayers are with you, Charlie and the entire King family during this time of loss. May your faith provide the needed strength and comfort for the days ahead.
Mike Rathgeber
July 6, 2010
Jenny...Wendi and I would like to send our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dont forget what we talked about. I meant it
Mike R and Wendi
Aaron Levin
July 6, 2010
My deepest sympathies to all of Mike's loved ones, particularly his wife and children. Mike was a great person (caring, intelligent, talented, etc). He was incredibly witty. I always laughed my hardest when Mike was relaying an amusing story that happened to him. You will be missed Mike.
Linda McCarthy
July 6, 2010
I cannot imagine what you are going through. I just want you to know my thoughts and my heart are with you.
Christian Carroll
July 6, 2010
Mike was a great represenative in business and a good friend to us while we lived in Virginia. We shared some really good times in Richmond and on the road. Mike was caring and gentle man, and truly a gentleman. I will miss him.
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