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Archibald King Obituary
AGE: 84 • Spring Lake
Archibald E. King, Jr., 84, of Spring Lake, died on August 19, 2015 at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, NJ. He was predeceased by his parents, Archibald & Anna King. He is survived by his wife, Marion, their four children: Archibald (Anne), George (Gail), Charles (Cathleen) and Reverend Andrew King. He is also survived by his eight grandchildren: Thomas, Alexander (Rebecca), Coulter, Mary, Harry, Barrett, Archibald and MacArthur.
He was a graduate of Georgetown University and of Columbia University School of Law. He began commissioned service in the US Navy upon his graduation from Georgetown University and served on several ships during the Korean War. Following active duty, he continued his service in the US Naval Reserve, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Following a distinguished legal career, he retired in 1990 from JCPenney as an Assistant General Counsel and moved to Spring Lake, NJ.
Until his retirement, he had been a lifelong resident of New York City and was an active member of his community. He was a founding member of the Turtle Bay Association. He served as Chairman of the Vanderbilt YMCA Board of Directors. The Vanderbilt YMCA dedicated their Early Childhood Center to him in recognition of his tireless work and support.
Guided by his deep faith and strong principles, he devoted his life to his family and friends, his community and his country. He enriched the lives of all who knew him.
Visiting will be Sunday, August 23rd from 3 - 5pm at the O'Brien Funeral Home, 2028 Hwy 35 at New Bedford Rd., Wall. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday, August 24th, at 9:00 AM at St. Catharine Church, 215 Essex Ave., Spring Lake. Interment will be private. Inquiries may be directed to the O'Brien Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Vanderbilt YMCA in support of the Archibald E. King, Jr. Early Childhood Center, c/o Vanderbilt YMCA 224 East 47th Street, NY, NY 10017.
For more information, visit www.OBrienFuneralHome.com.
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Pam and Bob Delaney
August 25, 2015
Marion
We are so sorry to hear of Arch's passing. He suffered a long time and is now in peace. We were in Colorado over the weekend and regret we were not able to pay our respects in person. Sincerely, Pam and Bob
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