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William King Obituary

William E. King

William E. King of Virginia died on Monday, October 6, 2025.

He was born February 22, 1931, in Cloquet, Minn.

He is survived by Laurie King of Lakeville, Minn.; two grandchildren: Tyler and Jayme; and numerous nieces and nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ideal and Daniel; his wife Zoe, sons: Bradley and Timothy; three sisters: Elaine, Doris and Carol; four brothers: Norman, Donald, Duane, and Herb; and special niece Kay Zika.

A private family service will be officiated by Jared Bangs at Mlaker Funeral Home with the American Legion Post #480 presenting the flag.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to the American Cancer Society-Hope Lodge, 2500 4th Ave S., Minneapolis, MN 55404.

Online condolences to www.mlakerfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Mesabi Tribune from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2025.

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