August 25, 1976 - It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend, Josh King. He passed away with family at his side.
Josh was the older son of Jerry and Rose King, and he grew up on Camano Island with his parents and younger brother Jason. He attended Stanwood schools where he developed many strong and enduring friendships.
As a youth, Josh loved sports. He started playing soccer at a young age and competed for both his school and on select club teams. He ran cross-country for Stanwood High School and competed in the state finals. He enjoyed active sports: hiking, biking, snowboarding. His love for soccer continued as an adult, and he was an avid supporter of Chelsea FC.
Josh developed a strong work ethic which was learned as he milked cows for the Ovenell family. He worked summers as a maintenance helper for the Stanwood School District and also for the Washington DOT.
Josh graduated from Central Washington University and worked for the cell phone industry. As a senior manager at T-Mobile, Josh excelled at building up his team members. He could find talent in anyone and knew how to develop them to their better selves. During company reorganizations, multiple T-Mobile employees literally relocated to be able to continue to work with Josh. Josh was always the first one to arrive at work and the last one to leave. He worked long hours and took on every responsibility that was given to him with grace and humor.
Josh loved to travel. He went on several cruises to the Mediterranean and Caribbean, and loved to relax on the beach and leave his concerns and responsibilities behind. He enjoyed reading, spending time with family and friends, and listening to a variety of good music. He was the best dog dad in the world to his beagle babies Ellie, Finn, and Gracie. He found enjoyment watching birds which was a legacy left to him by his grandmother Thelma and uncle Walt.
Josh brought so much light to the world. His infectious laugh would fill the room, and people would try to make him laugh just so they could hear him.
Josh is survived by his parents Jerry and Rose King, brother Jason King and wife Jaime, beloved nieces Olive and Hazel King, former wife Erin King, aunts, uncles, numerous cousins and countless friends who grieve his passing.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, February 4 at 11:00 am at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Stanwood. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Josh L. King Memorial Scholarship through the Stanwood Camano Area Foundation (PO Box 1209, Stanwood WA 98292, or www.s-caf.org) to help graduating students of Stanwood High School further their education. January 24, 2023

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Published by The Herald (Everett) from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Joshua King

6 Entries

Eileen Moore

February 4, 2023

My deepest sympathies. There are no words to easy the pain of the loss of Josh. Remember the joy he brought as a son, brother, uncle and friend. His spirit and light will continue to shine in all of use who crossed paths.

Douglas Boze

February 3, 2023

Josh,

You’re gone too soon bud. I will always have good memories of us as kids all playing together out in the woods at Peter’s, in the hot tub at Ryan’s, at recess and so on. All my thoughts of you are good ones, I’m praying you’ve found peace. Rest easy.

Michael Pearson

February 1, 2023

Joshua,
You are kind soul and I am lucky to have known you. Thank you for all your support and kind words. I love our kindred love for music genres.
I am unable to attend your memorial. I will be there in spirit. You will always be here in my memory. You made a strong mark on my life. I hope I did the same for you.

Your friend and classmate,
Michael Pearson

Joe T Massey Bruce Mississippi

January 31, 2023

Very sorry to hear about Josh. It is so difficult to have a loved one pass on ahead, but we too will also do the same soon.
May we all be ready, by the grace of our Lord Jesus that tells us in Romans 10:9-10 and John 3:16 that we can have eternal life after this life we now live. May our God give you a special peace and great hope at this time.

Michael and Anne Jones

January 30, 2023

We are so deeply saddened by the passing of Josh. He was a kind and caring soul. Often quiet, but always present. He will truly be missed.

Andrea Thompson

January 28, 2023

Josh was one of the kindest neighbors on Goat Hill. He was always very supportive of the kids fundraising and was always happy to say yes. He was also remembered for his friendly waves going up and down that stressful goat hill road and his huge happy smile.
I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. I’m thinking of all his family.

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