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Claire Denise King Claire Denise King passed away 30 March 2006 during a tragic car accident. Although also injured, her children: Haley Paige King and Blake Alexander King survived. Claire, brought joy to her parents, William and Ruth Wheeler Klemt the day she was born in San Antonio, Texas on 16 September 1962. After graduating from Pflugerville High School, where she excelled in music and delighted in serving not only as a twirler, but also as a fashion model, she chose to continue her education at the University of Texas at Austin. She was a member of the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. While at the university, she met her husband, Jeffrey King. They married 30 November 1985 in Austin. In addition to her B.A. degree from UT, Claire earned a Master's Degree from South Carolina State University. A devoted teacher, she instilled a love of learning in countless children from kindergarten age through high school in South Carolina, Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas. She taught first grade in Friendswood ISD for four years. Although recently living in Friendswood, during the past two years, Claire, Jeff, Paige and Blake resided in England where the family relocated for Jeff's employment with Albemarle Corporation. Always the educator, Claire volunteered her time to tutor children in the UK. The family enjoyed traveling the world during their time in Europe. Claire demonstrated her Episcopalian faith as a worshiping member of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Friendswood, Texas. In addition to her immediate family and parents, her sister Deidre Showalter and brother-in-law Trey, and niece Tori of Austin survive her. Also survived by her are father and mother-in-law Franklin George and Phyllis Mae King of Greensboro, North Carolina, brother-in-law Timothy King and his wife Christy of Cary, North Carolina, sister-in-law Samantha Hooker and her husband Jody of Jamestown, North Carolina, and nephews Tyler, Garrett, Bryce, and Aidan Hooker. Grandparents Charles and Lula Mae Klemt and Wilson and Arbelle Wheeler preceded her in death. In honor of Claire, and in lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established at Friendswood Education Foundation - 302 Laurel - Friendswood, Texas 77546. The family will receive visitors on 5 April from 5:00- 8:00 p.m. at Forest Park East Funeral Home - 21620 Gulf Freeway - Webster, Texas. Services for Claire will be held at Friendswood Friends Church, 502 South Friendswood Drive on 6 April at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Forest Park East Cemetery.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Apr. 5, 2006.

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Audrei Polo

August 19, 2012

Claire, I have learned of your legacy through the love and words of your neice Tori. You see, I am her teacher. You and your children are deeply missed by Tori, your sister, and Trey. Prayers for you and yours.

Angela Kitchel

March 30, 2010

I miss you lots, Claire! Can't believe how much time has passed. You would be so proud of Jeff, Paige, and Blake. Jon, Cole, Claire, and I think and speak of you often. Your light burned out too soon. Your family is always in my thoughts and prayers.

Love you~
Angela

Linda Smith

March 18, 2007

Claire,

It has been almost a year and I still think of you so often. Miss you and your beautiful smile, laugh, sense of humor and most of all your friendship. I know that you are so very proud of your family and the brave way that they are trying to go on without you. Love to Jeff, Blake and Paige. Our world is a much better place because you were in our lives even though it wasn't long enough. Still missing you and thinking of you.

Paige & Blake King

September 16, 2006

Happy Birthday, Mom. We miss you. Thank you for your guidance. Hook'em Horns!

Rockleaze Football Club

June 24, 2006

Rockleaze Year 5 won the St Nicks tournament this year 2006 and dedicated the win in honour of Blakes lovely mum Mrs King. May God be with you guys forever.



Jake, Matt, Harry, Jack, Danny, Freddie, Josh, Alex, Ellis

Paige & Blake King

May 14, 2006

Happy Mother's Day. Thank you for everything. We'll love you forever.

Kelli Dyer McLelland

May 5, 2006

Clair was one of the friendliest people I have ever meet. She was full of life and loved to laugh. She was very sweet and eventhough I haven't seen her in years, I will miss her greatly. Jeff, Blair, and Blake you are in my prayers.

Judy Shaw

May 4, 2006

I will always remember Claire. She made a lasting impression on me by her example of vitality, encouragement and compassion. My deepest sympathy to you Jeff, Blake and Paige in your tragic loss.

Dom Millar

April 28, 2006

Geoff, Blake and Paige,



We were all shocked and saddened to hear the news. Claire was a great part of the end of season tournament fun. Our thoughts are with you, Dom, Pip, Jack and Frannie Millar

Richard Farrow

April 28, 2006

Dear Jeff,Blake & Paige

We have been away and the Farrow family were shocked to hear the tragic news.Claire was always a bright,cheerful and positive supporter of Rockleaze Rangers,it was a privelege to have known her. She was so obviously a fantastic mum to Blake and Paige and they will be her legacy, part of her will always be there through them.Last week at Rockleaze the Year 5 group held a moments reflection in memory of Claire and to think of Jeff, Blake and Paige, it was very poignant.All our thoughts ,love and prayers are with you,from Richard, Rebecca, George, Isabelle and Henry

Harry Hawkes

April 26, 2006

Dear Blake,



I am still shocked and sad about your mum. I am thinking of you and your family.

max brooks

April 25, 2006

dear blake.i am sorry about your mummy.i hope you and your family are coping.thinking of you.from max brooks.rockleaze.england.

Darrell, Rachel, Harry & Georgia Hawkes

April 24, 2006

Dear Jeff, Paige and Blake,



We are so sorry about your tragic loss. We will remember Clare as a ray of sunshine on what was usually a cold and gloomy Saturday morning. Our thoughts are with you.

Ope Obakin

April 24, 2006

Dear Blake,

I am sorry to here about the loss of your mum and all of us in Bristol are thinking of you now and I wish you and your sister a speedy recovery. God bless your family.

Love from your good friend.

Ope Obakin R.R.F.C (Bristol England)

Kunle, Kemi,Ope andTobi Obakin

April 23, 2006

Dear Jeff,Paige and Blake, We are very sorry to hear about the death of Claire,she was a lovely lady and very friendly, she touched our life here in England during the Rockleaze Rangers football tournament in Bristol England,she will be sadly missed. I pray that God will comfort the whole family. Blake Ope say's hi and he still in shock he will miss Claire, we hope you and your sister are getting better.God Bless. The Obakin's

Steph Herbert

April 23, 2006

To Paige,

I am so very sorry to hear about your tragic news.

Today in chapel we said a prayer for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and we all miss you in Hallwards. Remember we are all here for you. Love to you and your family.

Wendy Bowring

April 17, 2006

Everyone at Butcombe who knew the King family is shocked and saddened by the tragic news. Our love and condolences are with you at this time.

Carol Chew

April 16, 2006

Jeff,Paige,and Blake,

Claire inspired so many people in so many ways. She shared her love and laughter with all and made a lasting impression on everyone she met. We continue to keep you all in our prayers for comfort and healing. Jim, Carol, Kevin, Sarah and Brian Chew

Keith,Julia,Danny,Alice Sharp (R.R.FC)

April 14, 2006

Jeff,Paige,Blake

we are so sorry to hear of your tragic loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless

Beverly, Oscar and Noah Arron

April 12, 2006

To Jeff, Paige and Blake

We are so sad about Claire. She was funny, kind, generous and honest and brightened up our lives. We hope you'll be back in the UK in the future and come and visit.

jayne meehan

April 12, 2006

We only heard last night of your loss. we all have such fond memories of clare. I will remember the sunny person in the playground. Jasper would like especially to send blake his love at this time.

Lisa Dutton

April 11, 2006

Jeff, Paige & Blake,

Our hearts go out to you. Please do not hesitate to call if there is anything we can do to help. We are here for you. You remain in our prayers...

Lee Douglas

April 11, 2006

Jeff, Hailey and Blake. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Our sympathies and prayers are with you. God Bless.

Year 5 Rockleaze Rangers Bristol UK

Bob Cowley

April 9, 2006

Jeff, Paige and Blake.

Deepest sympathies for your tragic loss. Our prayers are with you.

Rockleaze Football Club

April 9, 2006

Jeff, Hailey and Blake we are sorry to here of your loss. we are all thinking of you at this time and may God Bless you and keep you during this time.

Matthew Taylor

April 9, 2006

Blake i am sorry to here about the loss of your mum and i will make sure my next goal is in honour of you and your mum. Hope you get better soon.

Derek and Desree Taylor

April 9, 2006

May God give you strength through this time of great loss. A loving wife, loving and caring mother and a dear friend to all she met. May her LIFE live on through our great memories we have.

Michelle Burchfield

April 8, 2006

Jeff,Paige and Blake,

Claire was a wonderful mother, wife, teacher, friend, and inspiration to all who knew her. She touched my life through my mom Brenda Burchfield in many ways. I will never forget her. May God bless you and keep you at this time.

Austin (Fusion '94) Luttrell and family

April 8, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time.

Ray and Linda Smith

April 7, 2006

Jeff, Paige, and Blake,



Words cannot express how much the loss of Claire has impacted us. We loved her and will miss her so much. She was so beautiful and her radiant personality touched everyone who met her. Her legacy will live on in Paige and Blake and the values that she has instilled in both of you and the love that she had for you will be what carries you through the rest of your lives. She was a wonderful wife and mother to you and a special friend to us. We love you guys and will be there for you whenever you need us.

Houstonians 93/94 boys soccer team

April 7, 2006

King family--we were so sorry to hear about your wife and mother. Please know that we share in your sorrow and that we are thinking of you and praying for you.

Brad, Trish, Alex and Reagan Ramsey

April 7, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Carol Fellenstein

April 7, 2006

Dear Jeff, Paige and Blake,

Our sympathies and prayers are with you.

Jim, Carol, Brian and Erik Fellenstein

Houstonians 93/94 Boys soccer team

April 6, 2006

King family--we were so sorry to hear about your wife and mother. Please know that we share in your sorrow and we are thinking of you and praying for you.

Sherree Orrick

April 6, 2006

To the family of Claire - My heart was sadden when I received news of Claire. I met Claire when she taught at Taylor. She was so refreshing and pure. She cared about her students and was always trying to build character in her students by her example. Claire gave of herself and shared her love with many at Taylor. I felt blessed having known Claire. May the Lord bless you and your family now and also in the days ahead.

Donna Rizos

April 6, 2006

May the Lord give you and your family His peace and comfort. May He continue to heal your children.Praying for you and your family.

Michael Aranda

April 6, 2006

Jeff and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Becky Vaughan

April 6, 2006

Jeff and family, I am so truly sorry about the loss of Claire. I taught across the hall from her at Taylor and she taught me how to smock my grandchildren's clothes. I thank God that I got a chance to know her. I will be praying for you all.

Belinda Fischer

April 6, 2006

With deepest sympathy for your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen O'Connor

April 6, 2006

Jeff,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your mother is such a lovely lady.. Claire's Mother Ruth and her sister Deidre are really sweet ladies, after meeting them at the visitation.

Christy Hoyle

April 6, 2006

I had the pleasure to be a student of Ms. King's when she taught in Taylor, Ar. She was in inspiration to me as both a mother and a teacher. My thought and prayers are with your family.

Denise Pennacchi

April 6, 2006

I met Claire when my daughter was on the Clear Lake Rockettes. She was a sweet lady. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Jon & Angela Kitchel

April 6, 2006

Claire was sunshine on a cloudy day! She had a love of life that was contagious. We will miss her, but the imprint she left on our lives will live on forever.

Much love-

Jon, Angela, Cole & Claire Kitchel

Maricella Ovalle

April 6, 2006

Mr. King-



I had the pleasure to meet you and your extended family on Friday at the hospital. On behalf of the nurses and I we just want you all to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Anne Smith

April 6, 2006

I didnt know Claire for very long but was touched by her great love for her family and friends.

Mandy Hartley

April 6, 2006

Thinking of you and sending you our sympathy love and best wishes

S Armstrong

April 5, 2006

Your family is in our prayers. We will always remember Claire with her bright smile.

The Armstrong Family

Shelly Kelly

April 5, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Claire gave our daughter, Harley, the gift of loving to learn after teaching her Pre-K. God bless you all.



The Kelly Family

Steve, Shelly, Brennan, Harley & Cole

fusion soccer assoisiation sherman family

April 5, 2006

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Robin Dudash

April 5, 2006

Claire was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met. I am sure I can speak for all the Clear Lake Rockette family when I say that it was a pleasure to have known such a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the King family.

Maggie & Charlie McCarty

April 5, 2006

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Beverly Stroman-Spires

April 5, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with each family member as you deal with the loss of your wife, mother, daughter, granddaughter, and sister. May God's peace and comfort be yours.

Tara Williamson

April 5, 2006

Jeff, we as you, are still in shock. I was so looking forward to getting together for a reunion at the end of this month. I do want your new address and phone number to talk with you and the children when you can.

Tara and Rick Williamson and boys

Bruce and Terri Foley

April 5, 2006

May God bless you and give you strength during this difficult time.

Please know your family is in our hearts and prayers.

Aunt Joan& Uncle Mike Loupos

April 5, 2006

We will miss her. She was a great person and leaves a tremedous legacy for her children and all who knew her. Love to Jeff, Paige, and Blake

Carole Corgill

April 5, 2006

I remember Claire as the bright, happy teenager and my daughter's (Michelle (Jones) Aldridge) good friend at PHS. Our prayers are with all the family. God bless each of you.

Sandy Knight

April 5, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kim Cole

April 5, 2006

We write this in memory of one of the greatest influences on my daughter's life - Claire King. She was a beautiful teacher, a beautiful friend, and a beautiful person. We will miss her greatly - we wish you peace in this difficult time.
Love,
The Cole Family
Bill, Kim, and Katie

Karen Drake

April 5, 2006

With deepest sympathy.

Mandy Uldack

April 5, 2006

My condolences are with all of you durning this difficult time.

Mandy Uldack

Andrew and Debbie Sterling

April 5, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers for God to be with all of you.

Mayor Hal Baldwin

April 5, 2006

Bill,

We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter, Claire. Please know that the thoughts and prayers of all in Schertz are with you and your family.

DIANE

April 5, 2006

My prayers are with you at this time of sorrow during this tragic time in your lives.

Srini, Lata and Aditya Srivatsan

April 5, 2006

Our deepest sympathies on this tragic loss. We pray God for solace to the King family.

Annabel Dixey

April 5, 2006

We are thinking of you all at this very sad time. We will not forget Claire's help to Sebastian ,she enriched the lives of everyone she knew here in Bristol and we send our sincere sympathies to all the family. With love from Ian, Annabel, Jack, Sebastian and Dominic Dixey.

Scott Senften

April 5, 2006

With our deepest sympathies, God bless

Joe & Christina Houghton & children

April 5, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes to Claire's family. We had an opportunity to know Claire; she was a beautiful woman both in and out, with a special love for children. She will be truly missed.

Sue Fisher

April 5, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you & your family.

Sue, Jim & Jacqueline Fisher

Cathy Allen

April 5, 2006

Taylor, Blair & Cathy Allen will forever remember Mrs. King as a wonderful teacher and friend who helped us through the 1st Grade. We love her and will miss her. God Bless

Jennie & Steve Elliott

April 5, 2006

You are all in our thoughts and prayers right now.

Arnold Robertson

April 5, 2006

Hello Jeff,i was truly sadden when i heard what had happen to you and your family.May God look down on you and your family and give the family strength to get through the loss of Claire.You and your family will be in my paryers.

Friends for life Arnold Robertson

Rosalyn Leech

April 5, 2006

With love and sympathy

Karen Pickles

April 5, 2006

On behalf of the girls and staff at Hallward's House, Clifton College, UK; Karen and Jeremy Pickles would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and our prayers and thoughts are with them at this very difficult time.

Johanna Slatton-Buell

April 5, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Johanna, Bruce, Nicholas and William

Judith Hood

April 5, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

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