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Ivan was born in Charlotte, Michigan on July 2, 1928, the son of Harvey and Winifred (Sanford) King. He was a 1945 graduate of Charlotte High School and attended Michigan Tech University, Michigan State University, and Texas A&M studying Civil Engineering. Ivan proudly served his country during World War II in the US Army. In 1947 he married Melody Hussey, and they enjoyed 65 years together until her passing in 2012.
Ivan was an entrepreneur, working as a receiver for a number of businesses. He is one of the founding owners of Flexfab, and he owned and operated King's Appliance. He was previously a member of the Masonic Lodge and the Elks.
Ivan enjoyed his farm, gardening, traveling with his wife, and spending time in his home in Florida. He liked carving and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Ivan is preceded in death by his wife Melody King, his son Curtis King, and brothers Richard and Robert King.
He is survived by his sons Tim (Jackie) King, Mike (Jeanne) King, Dan (Tammi) King, Brad King; grandchildren Beau King, Jennifer (King) Barrett, Jessica (King) Murphy, Brenda (Vrooman) Hubbell, Elizabeth (King) Whittle, Curtis King, Jr., Ashtin, Bradan and Carson King, Danielle (King) Nurenberg; 19 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; brothers Vincent and Tom King; and several nieces and nephews.
A private family memorial service has been planned. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence, visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.
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