John King Obituary
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John was born on February 26, 1954, to the late Richard and Nova King in Columbus, Ohio. During his working career, he spent 30 years with Nationwide Insurance Company and most recently, the last 19 years with Commercial Works Inc. In his personal life, John was an avid camper, hunter, and fisherman. He would affectionately often be remembered saying, "It's beer-30." John will be dearly missed.
He is survived by his loving wife who he has been with for 23 years, Robin E. King; his children, Joseph King (Megan), John King, Russ Nichols (Lindsay), and Regan Nichols; his grandchildren, Rylan (Richard) Nichols, Bradey King, Bryden Wickle, and Aubrie King; his brother, Michael King (Kelley); his sister, Mary King; and his very special friend, Matt Campbell.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Dick and Nova King; his two sets grandparents, Lester and Edna Foster, and Fred and Marie King; and his best friend, Jeff Klien.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00PM and from 6:00PM to 8:00PM on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel, 2133 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC. A funeral service for Mr. King will be held at the funeral home on Friday, October 6, 2023, at 10:00AM, with burial following the service at Forest Hills Cemetery, 4290 Old York Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Mr. King's name to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692. Dallas, TX 75284-0692.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jacqueline Miller Linville
October 7, 2023
I went to Hugh school with John and he was a gentle kind guy who liked to laugh and enjoyed Mr. Erwin's political science class for the stories he told. Our teacher was interesting. May God bless him and his family. J. Miller Linville, 10/7/23. RIP
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October 6, 2023
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Bill Dyer
October 5, 2023
My heart goes out to Robin and the family. John was one of my best friends growing up and will be missed by all that knew him. RIP buddy.
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