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Kelly KING Obituary
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KING (Hungerford), Kelly Ann Of Knoxville, TN, age 49, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 11, 2016, after more than a two year courageous fight against triple negative breast cancer. Kelly was born in Cincinnati, OH on June 7, 1966. She graduated from Alter High School in 1984 and from the University of Tennessee in 1988, obtaining a BA degree with a major in English. In 1990, Kelly married David King of Pigeon Forge, TN. She is survived by her husband and three children, Hunter (21), Morgan (19), and Braden (17), as well as her parents, Rick and Barb Hungerford, of Bluffton, SC; mother-in-law, Connie King, of Cincinnati, OH; brother, Mike Hungerford and fiancee, Cari Pisano, of Sandusky, OH; sister Keira Blazer and husband Rand, of Potomac, MD; sister Krista Donenfeld and long-time boyfriend, Scott Siens, of Kettering, OH; and sister-in-law, Cindy King, of Cincinnati, OH. Kelly also leaves seven nieces and nephews who all adored her and lifelong friend, Cyndi Scarpelli and husband Tom, of Dayton, OH. Kelly was preceded in death by her father-in-law, James King, and brother-in-law, Dale King, of Sevierville, TN. Kelly was a vibrant and beautiful woman, who was happy, friendly and outgoing, instantly likeable by all who met her. She was a beloved substitute teacher and avid scrapbooker and fought her illness to the very end with determination and courage. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Fairview Baptist Church, 7424 Fairview Road, Corryton, TN, on Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow the service at the church's cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in Kelly's memory may be made to Susan G. Komen Foundation, Knoxville, or Knoxville Comprehensive Breast Center.
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Ann Bernard
February 19, 2016
To Barb and Rick, and all of the Hungerford and King family,
I was saddened to hear of Kelly's passing. It has made me reflect back to our elementary school days in Englewood. It is hard to believe such a beautiful person is gone so soon. My sympathy and prayers go out to all of you. We all know there are angels above us and she is now one.
Ann (Gabriel) Bernard
February 19, 2016
To Barb and Rick, and all of the Hungerford and King family,
I was saddened to hear of Kelly's passing. It has made me reflect back on our elementary school days in Englewood. It is hard to believe such a beautiful person is gone so soon. My sympathy and prayers go out to all of you.
Never forget there are angels above us and she is now one.
Dave King
February 17, 2016
The King family would like to express our sincere thanks to all who loved and supported Kel during her battle with breast cancer. She has won and will receive her reward from her Savior! You have enriched her life as she has enriched yours. Love to all from Knoxville Tenn.
Trish Russell
February 17, 2016
Kelly truly was a beloved substitute teacher and that makes her a truly rare and special individual. I had the great pleasure of meeting her at HES. She is the uncommon sub that became part of the staff. She touched many lives there, children and adults alike. Her strength and bravery and joy for life these past two years, well, she left a tremendous gift for those of us left behind. To Kelly's family, you have my thoughts and prayers. Thanks for sharing this extraordinary woman with us.
Christi Brendlinger
February 16, 2016
Kelly was a woman of strength, courage and dignity. Her love, kindness, and grace under pressure were unparalleled. What an amazing fighter! Although I only knew her a short while, I treasured her. She was simply delightful and I will surely miss her. Sending my heartfelt condolences to Dave and all of her family and friends. Until we meet again... Christi <3
February 15, 2016
Doesn't seem real. She was such a great person. Kelly and I had great fun growing up as cousins and lots of fond memories. Lynne Potter
Together......On top of the world!!!!
Cyndi Scarpelli
February 14, 2016
Kel & I have been "best friends" for 35 years..... since we were 15 yrs. old! We loved each other like sisters, and our bond will never diminish. The AMAZING, fun times we had growing up together, literally give me a lifetime of memories with her!
Dave, Tom, Kel & I were the "4 Muskateers"......and truly spent our lives together!!!! EVERY memory I have practically includes Dave & Kel......& Hunter, Morgan & Braden!!!
Though the distance has widened for our friendship now, it will not matter one bit.......for the LOVE I have for my "best friend" will continue to grow & be strengthened! She's become my guardian angel, for which one day she will help fit me for my wings, when I join her in HIS Glorious Kingdom!
Be JOYOUS for her, for she's starting her eternal journey, & ohhhh what a ride it will be.....
Love you Kel........ to the moon & back
XXXOOO
Cyn
Tom's 50th Birthday Celebration, Feb. 2015
Tom & Cyndi Scarpelli
February 14, 2016
Thanksgiving Day 2015, Ft Myers Beach FL
Tom & Cyndi Scarpelli
February 14, 2016
The 4 Muskateers, Ft Myers Beach FL Nov. 2015
Tom & Cyndi Scarpelli
February 14, 2016
Rhonda E. (Kuntz) Krogh
February 14, 2016
Our family was so saddened to hear this news. Kelly and I shared a great friendship in our college days and were classmates at Alter. I have some great memories to keep of her and her wonderful family. May God bless and keep you close during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With great sympathy,
Chuck Scherbauer
February 14, 2016
Dear Rick and Barb and family I'm so sorry to hear about Kellys passing. I hope that the love of family and friends will comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead.
Ann Margaret Chapman (Bogle)
February 14, 2016
I knew you in our youth at Alter. You had a beautiful spirit then and it sounds as though that loving spirit grew ten-fold as the years passed. May your light shine through all those you have touched in your short time on this earth. I pray you are at peace and resting in Jesus' loving arms.
Renee Purman
February 14, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the Hungerford/King family and to all who knew and loved this dear sweet young woman.
Gary and Renee Purman
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