Kenneth Albert King
June 1, 1933 ~ August 3, 2018
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"He fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith. Now, he has gone to claim the cross of righteousness in his eternal home in Christ Jesus whom he so diligently served."
ROCKY MOUNT - Kenneth Albert King, age 85, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, August 3, 2018 following an extended illness. Born in Wake County, NC on June 1, 1933, he was the son of the late Orell and Edith King. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Charles O. King; and his infant daughter, Lisa Diane King.
Kenneth grew up in Wilson, NC and graduated from Charles L. Coon High School in 1951. He worked in the retail business in Wilson until enlisting in the US Army in 1953, serving in the Occupation Forces in Nuremberg, Germany for 21 months. Upon his return to the states, he married the love of his life, Peggy Ward. He continued his retail career with J.C. Penney, Sears, Remnant Shops of N.C. and retired from Heilig-Meyers Furniture after 29 years. After retirement, he worked at House of Lights of Wilson with his son.
Joining First Christian Church in 1955, he became active in every aspect of church life. He served as an elder and was named Elder Emeritus several years ago. He served as Chairman of the Church Board, Church Treasurer, President of C.M.F, Co-Founder of J.Y.F. and Charter Member of the Fellowship Sunday School Class and also a Sunday School Teacher.
Kenneth enjoyed raising a garden and keeping an immaculate yard. His greatest joy was weeklong family vacations at the beach and flounder gigging with all the boys. His little doggie buddy, Marley, was his love.
Kenneth's family was his pride and joy. He was the best husband, dad, and grandpa in all the world. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his devoted wife of 63 years, Peggy Ward King; two sons, Kent King of Elm City and Gary King and wife, Debbie, of Elm City; and daughter, Laura Russ and husband, Jay, of Nashville. He is also survived by grandsons, Kenneth Russ and wife, Chelsea, of Greenville, Gaston King of Elm City, Austin King of Asheville, Wesley King of Elm City; and granddaughters, Jenna King of Dinwiddie, VA, Crystal Russ of Nashville; and two great-granddaughters, Kennedy Harrell and Harlynn Cone.
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 11:00 AM at First Christian Church, 1101 West Haven Blvd., Rocky Mount, NC 27803 with Rev. Michael McHarg and Dr. John Browning officiating. Burial will follow the service at Pineview Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and other times at the home of Kenneth and Peggy.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made to First Christian Church, 1101 West Haven Blvd., Rocky Mount, NC 27803.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Tuesday 8/7, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and other times at the home of Kenneth and Peggy.
Service
First Christian Church of Rocky Mount
1101 West Haven Blvd.
Rocky Mount, NCC 27803
Wednesday 8/8, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 11:00 AM at First Christian Church, 1101 West Haven Blvd., Rocky Mount, NC 27803 with Rev. Michael McHarg and Dr. John Browning officiating.
Cemetery
Pineview Cemetery
761 N. Raleigh Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
Wednesday 8/8, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Burial will follow the service at Pineview Cemetery.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Peggy and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Good Lord give all of you the strength needed to get through the next days, weeks, months and years Kathy Jolly
Laura and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We have you in our prayers
In memory of Kenneth Albert King, Becky Henry lit a candle
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
The memories would fill a book. Every time I think of my Uncle Kenneth, I hear his laughter. That is a wonderful memory to hold. The legacy he leaves is his family, and they are a beautiful reflection of the man he was. In loving memory of my favorite uncle.
In memory of Kenneth Albert King, Frank & Sheila Cooke lit a candle
Kenneth A. King – Husband, Father, Uncle, Grandfather, friend to many, US Army Soldier. Strong and caring, ever the good man! Love you Uncle Kenneth. God rest your soul. Forever in our hearts…
In memory of Kenneth Albert King, Gina G Walker lit a candle
Love and prayers to Peggy, Kent, Gary, Laura and your families.
Mrs. King and Family, I pray that you will be comforted with treasured memories and filled with peace as you grieve the loss of Mr. King. Pamela Sharpe Hughes (Piano student of Mrs King)
My prayers are with y’all at this most difficult time. Mr Kenneth is such a large part of the family and a cornerstone of his church family also. A Godly Man a Christian example to every life he touched. I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers as God guides you through most difficult days. Much Love~
My prayers are with y’all at this most difficult time. Mr Kenneth is such a large part of the family and a cornerstone of his church family also. A Godly Man a Christian example to every life he touched. I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers as God guides you through most difficult days. Much Love~
My prayers are with y’all at this most difficult time. Mr Kenneth is such a large part of the family and a cornerstone of his church family also. A Godly Man a Christian example to every life he touched. I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers as God guides you through most difficult days. Much Love~
Let the light of this candle be the beacon for the world for honoring Kenneth and his faith in action for all those to follow him. Recall John 812, Psalms 234, and 1 Corinthians 1555, 57
A true Christian who was a model in many ways, Kenneth will be missed. I know he in heaven now, looking down and continuing to do God’s will. Our heartfelt prayers extend out to the entire family for God’s strength to deal with his loss, and also to show the world how an active faith in Christ can be our beacon and bedrock.
Our family was deeply saddened to learn of Mr. King’s passing. My children love to simply spend time talking and enjoying you both. We will cherish his memory and know he will live on through your works.
I am very sorry to hear about the death of Mr. King. Death brings forth sorrow, pain, and loss. We miss spending time with our love ones and talking to our love ones. I pray and look forward to a time when death will be no more. Stated at Rev. 214, there will be a time when God will wipe away our tears and the former things will have passed away. Keeping the family in my prayers.