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Lucille King Obituary
During baseball season, Lucille T. King always bet against the man she loved and put her money on the team she cherished. She took her beloved Yankees; her husband, Richard, went with whatever team was playing the role of hated opponent. The wager was always the same: 25 cents.
More often than not she won.
Mrs. King knew what she liked, and she stuck with it. She and Richie lived in the same apartment in Ridgewood, Queens, for the entire 31 years they were married. Every Sunday morning at 8 she drove to Lower Manhattan to see her parents and spend the day cooking. Every year she and Richie went to the same place for vacation, Wolff's Maple Breeze Resort in the Catskills.
You could call it habit, but mostly it was a stubborn streak of dependability that guided Mrs. King, who was 59. She always took care of someone else, whether it was her husband, her parents, her nephews and nieces or the executives she worked for as a secretary at Aon Corporation.
"Lu always made you feel that she knew the things that really were important to you," said James Siegler, who worked with Mrs. King for four years. After he left for another company he continued to do business with Mrs. King on the phone. He said she always asked about his family and said, "Kiss the baby for me."
Mrs. King was only 5 feet tall and she weighed no more than 100 pounds, but her niece, Kathleen Murray, said she was "a spitfire," filled with energy that she often devoted to others. When Ms. Murray was ill for a month last August, her aunt called at 3 p.m. every day to see how she was.
"The call might only last a few seconds, but she would call every single day," Miss Murray said. "It'd be 3 o'clock and I just knew it was Aunt Lu."
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Jim Carlina
September 12, 2019
I still hear your voice, and the fun times we had talking about the bosses while I sat at your desk at A&A. Always think of you Lucille. The light of our Lord will always shine on you.
Robert
September 12, 2019
❤ Missing you
Robert
September 10, 2018
Miss you Aunt Lu.
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Robert
September 12, 2014
Aunt Lu, 13 years and it doesn't get any easier. I read names at the Ceremony yesterday and the hurt is still raw like it was yesterday. I think of you every day, along with everyone else keeping you company. I know you would be so proud of the fine young men Mike and Robert are growing up to be, and of the wonderful family I have. I hope I made you proud.
Annette Tinerino Maxey
September 11, 2014
Rest in peace Aunt Lu. You are terribly missed! I remember when I was a kid & we would lay out in the sun on your rooftop. You took me to Coney Island and shopping all the time. You never forgot my birthday, even as an adult. I miss you so much and think of you all the time. I am glad Grandma, Grandpa and Dad are with you and I bet you are still looking after them in heaven becase that is how you are. Love and miss you more than words can say. Until we meet again.
S J. Friscia III
April 14, 2014
In memory
With Honor & Respect.
Jim Carlina
September 14, 2012
You and your the fun memories make me smile whenever I think of you
JACKI GOMES-GALLOWAY
September 13, 2012
REMEBERING THE LAUGHS & SMILES. U RAN THAT OFFICE & BIG AL AROUND LU. THAT'S WHAT I WANT TO REMEMBER THIS YEAR THE 11TH ANNIVERSARY. WE WILL NEVER FORGET. NO MORE TEARS. MJB
Anita Johnson
September 11, 2012
We will never forget
Damian van Rossum
February 3, 2012
I am touched by your story, You won't be forgotten! ;)
JACKI GALLOWAY
September 15, 2011
WHAT A SMILE! NO ONE HAD OR GAVE THAT LOOK LIKE U LUCILLE. WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR DAYS AT A&A & HOW YOU JUST FUSSED OVER BIG AL....MISS YOU MUCH
Jim Carlina
September 13, 2011
Lucille, we had a lot of laughs together at A&A. I use to sit at the side of your desk sometimes and just talk and laugh. You are the best!. Rest in peace. You are always remembered.
Mary Katherine Hart
September 12, 2011
Today my school had a prayer service and we each got a name, and I got yours. I'm praying for you and your family.
Annette Tinerino Maxey
September 11, 2011
Aunt Lu, We love and miss you so much. We will never forget. Rest in peace.
Annette
September 11, 2011
We love you Aunt Lu and we will never forget.
BJ Caraccioli
September 9, 2011
Aunt Lu, I can't believe its been 10 years..I love and miss you.
Karen Murray
September 9, 2011
Remembering you as the 10 year anniversary approaches. I love you and miss you...I could never forget.
Karen
September 11, 2010
always will remember your being so full of life and extremely helpful to everyone. you are in god's loving arms now and always.......
jacki gomes-galloway
(former employee A&A)
w. wareham, ma
Karen Merlo
September 10, 2010
Dear Aunt Lu,
You will never be forgotten...you live every day in my heart...I miss you...I wish you were here to see the kids grow up and the Yankees win. I love you.
Karen
Marsha White
September 18, 2009
On September 11, 2009, the members of the Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio TX held a formation run and a 9 hour and 11 minute run to honor those who died in the attacks eight years ago.
I was given Mrs. Lucille T. King's name to run in honor of. I loved reading the story about her bets with her husband. God Bless.
Marsha White
[email protected]
Karen Merlo
September 11, 2009
Dear Aunt Lu,
As they prepare to read the names of those who died on September 11, 2001 I am thinking of you and missing you. I can't believe it's been 8 years. You are always in my thoughts and my heart. I love you.
Karen Merlo
Rob Murray
September 11, 2008
Aunt Lu, Forever in my heart.Always.
Love,
Robert
Karen Merlo
September 11, 2008
Dear Aunt Lu,
You are in my thoughts and my heart. I miss you and I love you.
Ray Murray
September 11, 2007
Dear Aunt Lu, thinking of you today as I do often. I love you. God Bless.
Ray
Karen Murray
September 11, 2007
I miss you Aunt Lu and I think about you everyday but especially today. It's hard to believe it's been 6 years. You will never be forgotten. I love you.
Karen
P Tabbernor
November 25, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
October 31, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
jacki galloway
September 10, 2006
what can i possibly say to Ms. Lu. you were very supportive when we worked together @ A&A. pint size & petite but very verbal & honest. will always remember your energy.
Karen Murray
September 6, 2006
Dear Aunt Lu,
Almost five years have passed and I've come to learn that time simply doesn't heal some wounds. It does, however, keep the wonderful memories of you etched in my heart and my mind. I miss you more than words can say...I know you are with good company and in God's hands. On this 5th anniversary please know that I love you and miss you today and everyday. You will never be forgotten.
Ray Murray
March 18, 2004
I was thinking about you, Aunt Lu, as I do often. You and Uncle Rich are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish I could have talked to you just one last time to tell you I love you, but I'm sure you know.
Doris Leslie
September 11, 2003
Dearest Lu:
On this 2-year anniversary, as I watched the children today reading all the names, with tears running down my face, I picture you sitting out in the Plaza, like you used to do lapping up the sunshine with your humourous self. I miss you Lu, Mary and I talk about you constantly. Believe it or not, we have both been baptised since 9/11, and trying to walk a straight line, that is to say, Mary is always falling off, I know you are laughing about this too (laugh). I hope your family draws strength from God to live thru this terrible loss. I hope, Lu, that you are snug in the arms of Jesus. Ta-Ta, my Friend, RIP until we meet again...
Juanita Daley
September 13, 2002
Ma, I visited Ground Zero to be with you and the others. I tried to be strong but when I heard your name, I cried for them taking you away from us. I know that you would have said to me that it was alright. I held your picture close and remembered all the good times we had from A&A to Aon. The kids haven't forgotten you, they still ask about their "white grandma". Janelle has the answer to that though, grandma is in heaven. She knows exactly where you are. I'm so glad you entered my life at A&A and the memories we shared will never leave me. I have a special bracelet with your name on it, so you see, you are never far from me. I love you so much Ma.
Juanita
jacki g. galloway
September 12, 2002
how could i possibly forget u on this 9/11 anniversary? u are unforgetable with your very caring nature. always willing to go the extra mile to get something done or to help out in anyway u could. very dedicated, honest & open with her feelings. that's the Lu I will always remember,when we worked together at A&A know that your family & friends miss & will love & honor u always. we will never forget. in love & friendship.
Ed Blatz
September 11, 2002
Lucille, we became friends at A&A, and I was so happy when you came to AON. You were always so kind and friendly, and I enjoyed our many conversations. You were as asset to both A&A and AON, and are missed. I have thought of you often since I retired 3 years ago, and I will never forget you, and I will keep you in my prayers. My deepest sympathy to your family.
Ed
Alex Henderson
September 10, 2002
In memory of Lucille T. King.
Susan Reeves
September 10, 2002
My daughter Helen, who is four years old, received your name at church this Sunday. You and your family have been in her thoughts and prayers all week. May God bless and keep you all.
Karen Kelly
September 9, 2002
Dear Aunt Lu,
I want you to know how much I love you today and forever. It's still hard to believe that you are not here. Words can't describe how much your family misses you. We are helping each other and we take comfort in knowing that you are our guardian angel watching over us. I can only thank God that I had you for as long as I did, although, it wasn't nearly long enough. May God bless you and keep you close to his heart like I do to mine.
All my love,
Karen
Robert, Nancy, Dustin and Laura Sutton
September 9, 2002
In memory of Lucille T. King
We did not know Lucille, but my husband is the brother of Cam Sutton who works for Aon. I came across this on the internet and wanted to express our deepest sympathy. I have thought of all the lives lost that day and especially of the ones from my brother-in-laws office and it still hurts deeply. Our deepest deepest sympathy to the family.
Nancy Sutton
Diane (Tinerino) Sloan
September 3, 2002
Cousin Lucille, a day does not go by that I don't think of you and your wonderful smile. I will always remember you - especially on July 4th - we did have great times at the Tinerino Family BBQ. God Bless you. Cousin Diane
Victoria (Quinones) Riggio
August 21, 2002
Dear Lu,
I still think of you everyday as I pass the WTC site on my way to and from work. I remember you as were were growing up together as friends, maturing into women. What a shock it was to learn that you were among those lost to us. I will miss receiving your Xmas and birthday cards wherein we kept in touch. I will always keep you in my prayers.
In loving memory, Vicki
Ray and Emily Murray
May 26, 2002
Dear Aunt Lu,
Emily and I wanted to tell you that we love you, and we miss you. We think and talk about you a lot. We get sad, but then we feel better because we know that you're an angel in heaven. God Bless You
Ray and Emily
Angie Campbell
May 2, 2002
God Bless you and keep you forever more.
February 12, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL WOMAN AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01.MAY GOD GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
JOANNE REGINA
February 12, 2002
LU
I WILL NEVER FORGET ALL THE TIMES WE LAUGHED AND CRIED. ALL THE PEOPLE THAT KNEW US DEFINITELY THOUGHT WE WERE CRAZY (WHICH WE WERE). I REALLY MISS YOU. NO ONE CAN REPLACE A SISTER LIKE YOU. I CONSTANTLY TALK TO YOU KNOWING THAT YOU HEAR EVERYTHING I SAY TO YOU. MY WORLD ALSO ENDED ON SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2001, WHEN YOU LEFT US ALL. I LOVE YOU AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU.
YOUR REDHEADED BEST FRIEND AND SISTER, JOANNE
Teresa Jahn
December 27, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Don Wright
December 19, 2001
While I was still working in NYC Lucille and I sat about 15 feet apart. I saw her every day and she was absolutely one of the nicest and kindest people I have ever known. She would always say good morning with a bright smile. She was a beautiful person who will be sorely missed.
Jim Carlina
December 17, 2001
Lucille, we had a great deal of laughs together while at A&A. I'll never forget those days and the conversations we had at your desk. You will never be forgotten. May God bless you.
Robert Murray
December 13, 2001
To my Aunt Lu's AON Family,
Thank you all for your kindness and compassion. You are all in our thoughts and prayers EVERY DAY. I hope you are all doing well. You have touched our hearts more than you can ever know.There's not a day that goes by that I don't think of Aunt Lu, or her friends from AON and the people she worked with. God Bless You All.
Forever in our Thoughts,
Rob and Michelle
Juanita Daley
December 12, 2001
Ma, you don't know how much I miss you. I couldn't think straight when I called and found out that you were no longer with us. I've grown so attached to you that I find it hard to know that I can't call you everyday whenever I need to. My kids have grown up around you and you know what you had them call you - their white grandma. I'm so honored you felt that way about them. I'll keep my chin up like you said and know that you are still looking out for me. I will forever keep you in my heart and please know that you are loved now and always. Rest in peace Ma, until I see you again.
Juanita.
jacki galloway
December 7, 2001
i was stunned to find out that u were no longer w/us. i will always remember your laughter & caring nature of people & especially me when the csu unit was formed back in 1986 w/ A&A. i will carry these memories w/me forever. Lucille you will be missed. may god bless u & hold u close.
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