Ronald J. King

1938 - 2024

Ronald J. King
10/14/1938 - 11/22/2024


Ronald Jay King passed away on November 22, 2024 and went to be with his Lord at the age of 86 years. Born on October 14th, 1938 in Lovington County, New Mexico, Ronnie is preceded in death by his father Jim F. King, mother Maude Robinson King and brother Jimmy King. Ronnie is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Karen Veazey King, brother Carey King, his sister-in-law Liz Veazey, and brother-in-law Gary Veazey. He is affectionately remembered by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and his two God daughters Mary Eden Rigamonti and Lily King Veazey. Karen would like to extend a special thanks to Ronnie's nieces, Nancy Fitts and Cindy Ingram, and nephew Ben Veazey for their help and support during his illness.
Ronnie grew up in Big Spring, Texas and graduated from Big Springs High School where he received many honors and awards. He was president of the student body, a senior representative of Who's Who and a member of the popular quartet The Sportsmen. He also played high school football for two years and was a member of the track team.
After graduating from TCU with a degree in Economics and completing the Ranch Training Program, Ronnie went to work in the banking industry for Midland National Bank before transitioning into the corporate world as an accountant. Ronnie married Karen Veazey in 1965. They lived in Mobile, Alabama, Dallas, Texas and Shreveport, Louisiana before making their way back to Midland. Ronnie started his oil and gas career with Hillin Simon Oil Company and later worked for Collins and Ware as Vice President of Land finishing his career in 2015 working as a surface and mineral landman for Chevron Oil Company.
Ronnie loved playing golf and, on any weekend and sometimes during the week he could be found on the golf course playing with buddies.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 on December 17, 2024 at The Episcopal Church of the Holy Trinity located at 1412 West Illinois, Midland, Texas and officiated by Father Bob Hennigan.
The family wishes to extend their thanks to the staff of Midland Memorial Hospital and Home Hospice of Midland. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Home Hospice of Midland or the charity of their choice.