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Michael King Obituary
EASLEY — Michael E. King, 68, husband of Frances Taylor King, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2017.
Born in Greenville County, he was the son of the late James C. King Jr. and Nora Faye Looper King.
Mike was a graduate of Easley High School and a 1971 graduate of Clemson University with a degree in Horticulture. He was formerly employed at Wade Hampton Nursery, Supervisor of grounds at St. Francis Hospital, Thornblade Country Club, Southern Wesleyan University and was retired from AnMed Health Medical Center.
He was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church where he was a former choir member and Sunday school teacher of the Home Makers Class and Sonshine Men's Class.
A special thanks to Dr. Ed Lominick for guidance and friendship over the last 30 years. To Dr. Lawrence Weston, who could help prepare you for the journey. To the staff at MUSC, Dr. Adrian Van Bakel, LVAD team and Lab, thanks for five wonderful years of dreams that Mike thought he would never get to witness. And, to our family, friends and church family at Rock Springs Baptist Church.
Surviving in addition to his wife, are two sons, Jason King (Erica) of Easley and Josh King of Montrose, Minn.; two precious granddaughters, Maddie King and Kennedy King; and a sister, Carol King of Greenville.
A service to celebrate Mike's life was held on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at 4 p.m. at Rock Springs Baptist Church.
The family will receive friends prior to the service on Tuesday, from 3 p.m. until 3:45 p.m. at the church.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to Rock Springs Baptist Church, 201 Rock Springs Road, Easley, SC 29642.
The family will be at the home of Jason and Erica King, 213 Latham Road, Easley, SC 29640
Condolences may be expressed online by visiting www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Michael King
Stephanie Motes
April 1, 2017
May God shower his Love for you all. Our thoughts and prayers are will
Jeff, Stephanie, Macalyn Motes
Carla Oaks
April 1, 2017
Fran, May you find peace during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mike Freeland
March 29, 2017
May the God of our fathers wrap his gracious loving arms around each member of the family. Praise God for the abundant life of Mike and the memories shared in the last five years of his journey. Francis know we love you and are praying for you and the entire family. We know that Mike has been lifted up on eagle wings as God has promised. May God bless and keep you.
Mike & Carolyn Freeland
Hershel and Sandra
March 29, 2017
Dear Fran and family... So sorry to hear of Mike's passing....However it makes us all more homesick...He was such a good christian man and we know all of you will miss him so much. Our love and prayers are with all of you. Love, Sandra and Britch
Carolyn Keasler
March 29, 2017
Prayers and sympathy to you Fran and your precious family. Mike will certainly be missed.
Love in Christ,
Jimmy Gibson
March 28, 2017
God speed Mike.I know you are in heaven cruising in your Mustang.
Dale & Kay Wood
March 28, 2017
Fran, Jason & Josh, So sorry to hear about Mike. We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you guys and know Mike will be greatly missed. We will always remember our camping trips and tents tied to trees. God keep you close.
Dale & Kay Wood and family
Mike/Susan Holcombe
March 28, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Steve Huffman
March 28, 2017
I was so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Patti & Jacob Rackley
March 28, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for you all during the days ahead.
Bryan and Dana Teat
March 27, 2017
Jason and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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