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Larry King Obituary
Larry King, 77, of Dayton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret King; his wife, Mary Kay King; his daughter, Deborah Shelton; and his son, Leslie Auston Sykes.
Though he is deeply missed, Larry leaves behind a lasting legacy of love, resilience, and quiet strength that continues in the hearts of his cherished family and many dear friends. A proud veteran, Larry honorably served his country for over 28 years in the Armed Forces. He lived a life marked by duty, discipline, and unwavering dedication.
Above all, Larry will be remembered for his gentle spirit, boundless patience, and humble heart. He never met a stranger and had a way of making everyone feel welcome. He was a devoted husband, a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and a lifelong fan of the Tennessee Volunteers-faithfully cheering them on through every win and loss.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Hospice of Chattanooga and Integrity Health Care for their compassionate care and support over the past two years. Your kindness made a profound difference.
Friends and family are invited to gather for visitation on Friday, September 19th, 2025 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services, with a graveside service to follow in the Decatur Cemetery with Lee Shelton officiating.
Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the King Family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
163 Arrants Ave. P.O. Box 605, Decatur, TN 37322
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