John King Obituary
Surviving is sister, Jovana King of Jacksonville, brother, Ronald Smith of Jacksonville; mother, Karen Ketzbeau of Jacksonville; niece, Rebecca; nephew, Kaiden; cousins, Bryon, Jesse, Terrence Danielle, Eric, Alanna and Terri and other loved ones he left behind, Vivian K., Akkya B. Joe K., Shalaena K and many more. He was preceded in death by his father, John Sr. and aunts, Ethel, Susan and Cynthia.
John was intrigued with anything that had to do with wires, like connecting speakers. He enjoyed cutting lawns and most of all, making money.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Daws Family Funeral Home in Jacksonville is in charge of arrangements.
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