Earl William KING

Earl William KING obituary

Earl KING Obituary


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KING, Earl William 82, formerly of Kettering, Ohio passed away surrounded by his family on April 8th, 2013 in Rocky Mount, NC. Earl is survived by his loving wife Phyllis of 58 years. He was extremely proud of his two daughters, Karen Osborne, of Rocky Mount, NC and Jill King of Portland, OR and of his son-in-law, Ron Osborne who was like a son to him. He is also survived by his grandsons Ryan William Osborne and Aaron C. Osborne, his great-grand daughter Audrey Osborne all of Rocky Mount, NC and his sister Jane (Bill) Beverley of Centerville, OH. Earl was a proud Marine who served his country during the Korean War. He loved staying active and enjoyed playing ping-pong, bike riding and rollerblading. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to friends and neighbors. Earl has graciously donated his body to medical research at Duke University to help others. Per his wishes, no memorial services are planned. Memorial donations may be made to Duke University's Welsh-Bohmer Gift Fund (Alzheimer's Research) online at www.gifts.duke.edu.

Published by Dayton Daily News on Apr. 10, 2013.
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I have fond memories at a young age of playing pingpong with my Uncle Earl. I don't believe I won too many games or if I did he probably let me beat him. Later in life enjoyed having him to the lake where we fished and just enjoyed the comradery. My wife Jill and I will miss him dearly. All our best to Aunt Phyllis, my Mom and the rest of his family and loved ones. Mike Owens

Mike Owens

April 10, 2013

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